Join A Independent Practice In The Centre Of Bristol - Small Animal Vet - Salary Up To £70K
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Salary
£45,000-£75,000
Company
Global Veterinary Careers (GVC)
Contact
Stephanie Hellier
Bristol, United Kingdom
Veterinary Surgeon in Bristol, Independent
Salary: £50,000–£70,000 DOE
4-day week • 39 hours • 1:4 weekends
Join a modern, forward-thinking small animal practice in Bristol, South West England, offering an excellent opportunity for an experienced Veterinary Surgeon with strong general practice skills. This role is perfect for someone who enjoys a varied caseload, great clinical freedom and working within a supportive, well-structured team.
The Opportunity
You’ll be a key part of the veterinary team, providing high-quality first-opinion care, delivering preventive services, and supporting pets and their owners with outstanding customer service. This role offers dedicated admin time, a healthy work-life balance, and flexibility where needed.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver high standards of clinical and surgical care
- Provide diagnostic workups, medical management and routine surgeries
- Offer excellent client communication and support
- Work collaboratively with the wider clinical and non-clinical team
- Promote pet wellbeing and proactive healthcare
Role & Rota
- Full-time, 39 hours per week
- 4-day working week with a consistent set day off
- 1:4 weekend rota
- 9-hour shifts with a mix of consults and surgery
- Dedicated 1-hour admin time built into each day
Shift patterns include:
- 8:00–17:30
- 9:30–19:00
- 10:30–20:00
- 15-minute consults
- Flexibility available—rota can be discussed to suit individual needs
Team & Facilities
- Supportive team of 5 vets and 6 RVNs, plus dedicated client care staff
- Modern, spacious, purpose-built premises
- 6 consult rooms, 2 theatres, imaging suite, dental suite
- On-site equipment includes: biochemistry, haematology, urinalysis, microscopy, X-ray, dental X-ray, ultrasound, orthopaedic kit, tonopen
Benefits
- Competitive salary plus bonus opportunities
- CPD allowance with certificate support
- Enhanced parental leave
- Income protection
- Employee assistance & wellbeing support
- Staff discounts
- 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
- Professional memberships paid
Why This Role?
This is a great fit for a vet seeking a supportive environment, excellent clinical standards, and the chance to grow professionally while working with purpose-built facilities and a friendly, experienced team.
Local highlights include Bristol Harbour, Clifton Suspension Bridge, art and culture hotspots, green spaces, independent eateries, and great transport links.
Interested? Apply now or contact me for a confidential chat:
📩 [email protected]
📞 01392 793069
Tel: 01392793069
Address:
Bristol, United Kingdom