Veterinary Surgeon - Large Hospital Team - No Sole Charge, 1:5 Weekends
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Salary
Up to £65000
Company
Global Veterinary Careers (GVC)
Contact
Angel Mason
Cardiff, United Kingdom
Experienced Veterinary Surgeon – 24/7 Hospital – South Wales
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Experienced Veterinary Surgeon to join a busy, well-equipped 24/7 veterinary hospital in South Wales. This role offers a fantastic balance of first-opinion GP work and complex hospital cases, ideal for a confident vet looking to develop within a supportive, progressive environment.
The Role
Full-time position – up to 36 hours per week across 4 days
Mix of consulting, inpatient care and surgical caseload
Exposure to a diverse and complex caseload (including referrals from ~40 local practices)
1 in 5 weekends (9-hour shift, mainly consulting)
1 x 12-hour bank holiday shift per year
No sole charge – always supported by experienced vets and a large clinical team
Opportunity to mentor and support less experienced colleagues
Flexible working options available
About the Practice
Large, state-of-the-art 24-hour veterinary hospital
Extensive facilities including:
CT scanner
Advanced ultrasound
Endosurgery equipment
In-house laboratory (including TEG & blood gas analysis)
Dedicated orthopaedic, soft tissue & exotic theatres
ECC wards and inpatient care facilities
Modern dental suite
Rehabilitation services (physiotherapy & hydrotherapy)
Strong, collaborative team of experienced vets, RVNs, ACAs and support staff
Committed to clinical freedom, development and high-quality patient care
About You
Experienced Veterinary Surgeon with strong clinical skills
Confident managing a varied and sometimes complex caseload
Comfortable working both independently and within a team
Keen to contribute to a supportive environment and mentor others
Passionate about delivering excellent patient and client care
Why Apply?
Work within a busy hospital environment with excellent case continuity
Access to advanced equipment and a highly skilled team
Genuine support for clinical development and certificate study
Excellent work-life balance with structured rota and flexibility
Opportunity to live and work in a diverse, scenic area of South Wales with easy access to city, coast and countryside
Salary & Benefits
Up to £65,000 (dependent on experience and qualifications)
Minimum 6.6 weeks’ holiday (including bank holidays, with buy/sell options)
£1,750 CPD budget + 5 days CPD leave
Certificate support available
RCVS & VDS fees paid + 2 additional professional subscriptions
Enhanced maternity & paternity leave
Optional private health insurance
Life assurance
Paid volunteering day
Relocation support available
📍 Location: South Wales
💼 Employment type: Full-time, Permanent
🕓 Hours: Up to 36 hours per week
To apply or learn more, contact:
Angel Mason | Global Veterinary Careers | 01392 793 153 | [email protected]
Tel: 01392 793153
Address:
Cardiff, United Kingdom