Veterinary Surgeon — Charity Hospital Caseload, Busy Varied Caseload, Strong Team Collaboration, CPD Support
2 weeks ago 
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Salary
£62,000
Company
Global Veterinary Careers (GVC)
Contact
Iain Anderson
Essex, United Kingdom
Who They Are
GVC is supporting a modern, well-equipped small animal hospital in Basildon operating within a charitable care model, supporting pets and owners who may be facing financial hardship. The hospital is highly collaborative and supportive, with regular case discussion, shared learning and a strong team culture focused on delivering outstanding care while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.
What You’ll Do
This role suits a confident, adaptable Veterinary Surgeon who enjoys variety and a busy caseload. You’ll:
- Manage a broad mix of consultations and clinical casework, making sound decisions in a fast-paced environment
- Discuss treatment options clearly and pragmatically, tailoring recommendations to the pet’s needs and the owner’s circumstances
- Work closely with an experienced team, contributing to knowledge-sharing and collaborative case management
- Maintain high standards of patient care and client communication while supporting the ongoing development of the service
Working pattern & package
- Full-time, permanent (part-time applications also considered)
- 37.5 hours per week
- Salary £49,000–£64,000 (including allowances)
- Weekend working is typically around nine weekends per year
Facilities
The hospital includes:
- Separate dog and cat kennelling facilities
- In-house radiography, ultrasound and endoscopy
- Piped gases
- Extensive orthopaedic equipment
What You’ll Gain
- Flexible working options
- CPD: 5 days + £1,000 per year and RCVS fees paid
- Extensive internal CPD programmes + discounted access to major veterinary events
- 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, with option to buy/sell up to five days
- Three paid special days off annually (Volunteering, Celebration and Wellbeing days)
- Pension options with employer contributions starting at 5% and rising to 10%
- Life assurance (4× annual salary)
- Employee Assistance Programme + 24/7 wellbeing support and private medical cover included
- Retail/holiday/lifestyle discounts via a staff benefits platform
- Enhanced family leave policies
- Pet-related benefits (insurance discount and access to staff veterinary services)
If you’re looking for a Basildon role where you can deliver high-quality care to a varied caseload, in a team that prioritises collaboration and purpose-led work, contact GVC. Send your CV and availability, or message/call for the full brief.
Tel: 0330 1135 222
Address:
Essex, United Kingdom