Veterinary Surgeon

Veterinary Surgeon - Dental-Focused Role in a Modern Hospital

On site : 1
Salary range high : 70000
Salary range low : 45000
Region : UK

West Yorkshire, United Kingdom

• Veterinary Surgeon
• Permanent
• £ GBP 45K - 70K
• Posted 7 months ago

Dental-focused vet role in a modern 24-hour hospital with advanced imaging, strong nursing support, no OOH, and funded certificate development.

This is a Tier-III accredited small animal hospital based in West Yorkshire
, equipped to deliver high-quality first-opinion and intermediate-level procedures. The hospital has been recognised for outstanding standards across all RCVS Practice Standards Award categories, supported by a skilled clinical team including dedicated dental nurses and experienced RVNs.

Facilities include a well-equipped dental suite
, a new CT scanner, high-spec ultrasonography and radiography, multiple theatres, and modern consulting spaces. The hospital benefits from an onsite dedicated night service, ensuring continuity of care without out-of-hours duties for the day team. Located centrally with public transport access and countryside nearby, the area is well connected to local towns and cities.

• Perform first-opinion dentistry, including extractions and advanced dental procedures appropriate to your experience level.
• Support wider clinical activity by contributing to routine surgeries and first-opinion work when required.
• Carry out evening consultations as part of the structured hospital rota.
• Utilise modern diagnostics, including CT, radiography, dental imaging, endoscopy, and advanced ultrasound.
• Communicate clear, evidence-based treatment plans to clients.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation in line with RCVS requirements
  .
• Collaborate with a specialised dental nurse and experienced clinical team to deliver coordinated patient care.
• Work four days per week
  , plus 1 in 4 Saturdays
  , with no out-of-hours commitment
  .

• Competitive salary up to £70,000 (depending on experience and clinical level).
• Access to a varied caseload supporting development in:
  • Dental surgery
  • Oral medicine
  • Imaging and diagnostics
  • First-opinion surgical procedures
• Funded and encouraged certificate study
  , including support for dentistry-focused qualifications.
• Strong clinical infrastructure, including:
  • Modern dental suite
  • CT and advanced ultrasonography
  • Dedicated surgical theatres
  • Experienced dental nursing support
• A comprehensive benefits package, including:
  • 5 weeks' holiday plus bank holidays and birthday leave
  • Paid RCVS and VDS fees
  • CPD allowance with 4 paid CPD days annually
  • Access to internal CPD at certificate-holder level
  • Pension contributions
  • Life assurance
  • Enhanced sickness and family leave
  • Employee wellbeing support
  • Electric car salary sacrifice scheme
  • Staff discounts
  • Cycle to Work scheme

• RCVS Registration - eligibility to practise as a Veterinary Surgeon in the UK.
• Dental Competence - confidence undertaking dental procedures within first-opinion practice.
• Clinical Capability - ability to manage consultations and routine procedures safely.
• Diagnostic Reasoning - ability to develop treatment plans supported by imaging and clinical findings.
• Team Collaboration - ability to work alongside dental nurses, RVNs, and the wider veterinary team.
• Commitment to Continued Development - enthusiasm for CPD or pursuing a dental certificate.