Small Animal Vet Surgeon Job, Birkdale, Merseyside, England

Job Description: Our client is seeking an experienced Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon to join a well-established first-opinion practice on a full-time, permanent basis, with part-time applications also considered. The role offers the opportunity to build continuity with clients, manage a varied caseload and work alongside experienced veterinary colleagues, including certificate holders in ophthalmology and surgery.

The successful applicant will work a four-day week and should be confident handling consultations, routine surgery and occasional sole-charge responsibilities. This position would suit a dependable clinician who enjoys sharing knowledge, contributing to a supportive workplace and delivering consistent standards of patient care.

• MRCVS registration with solid first-opinion clinical experience
• Confidence working both independently and alongside another vet
• Competence across routine consultations and surgical procedures
• A collaborative approach to supporting veterinary and nursing colleagues
• Official Veterinarian status would be beneficial but is not essential

• Permanent full-time role with part-time arrangements considered
• Four-day working week from 8:00am to 6:30pm
• Saturday morning rota with no full weekend requirement
• No out-of-hours duties or bank holiday work
• 6.6 weeks of paid annual leave including bank holidays
• £1,750 annual CPD allowance plus five paid CPD days
• RCVS and BSAVA memberships funded
• Two additional professional subscriptions included
• Professional indemnity cover provided
• Annual pay reviews and ongoing career development opportunities