Veterinary Surgeon

Veterinary Surgeon

Location: Sunderland, North East

Salary: £35K – £65K / Year

Prospect Health is proud to be working on behalf of a highly respected veterinary organisation in search of a compassionate and skilled Veterinary Surgeon to join their modern and well‑equipped hospital in Sunderland.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a vet looking to make a real impact by delivering high‑quality clinical care to pets in need, while working within a team driven by purpose, collaboration, and compassion—not sales targets.

• Work with a passionate and dedicated team in a hospital setting that sees a wide variety of clinical cases every day
• Focus on achieving strong clinical outcomes rather than meeting commercial targets
• Collaborate with a supportive group of veterinary professionals who share knowledge, skills, and case discussions
• Flexible working options are available, including full‑time, part‑time, and hybrid models to support your work‑life balance
• Be an advocate for client engagement, resource efficiency, and the continued improvement of clinical services
• Modern facilities including separate dog and cat wards, in‑house radiography, ultrasound, endoscopy, piped gases, and extensive orthopaedic equipment
• A varied caseload with support from experienced colleagues with broad clinical interests
• Flexible weekend rota with enhanced pay and compensatory time off during the week

• RCVS‑registered Veterinary Surgeon
• Comfortable managing a busy and varied caseload
• Excellent communication skills with a collaborative and adaptable approach
• A genuine desire to make a positive difference in the lives of pets and their owners
• Passionate about clinical care and open to mentoring and leading by example

• Competitive salary depending on experience
• CPD Allowance: £1,000 + 1 week per year
• Full RCVS fees covered
• Access to internal CPD programmes and discounted rates for major veterinary events (BSAVA, LVS)
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays, with the option to buy or sell up to 5 days per year
• Additional Wellbeing Day to use as needed
• Enhanced pension contributions (starting at 5% up to 10%)
• Life assurance (4x salary)
• Employee Assistance Programme and 24/7 access to a dedicated Wellbeing Centre
• Discounts on a wide range of retail, leisure and travel products
• Inclusive working environment with strong commitments to diversity and flexible working

If you're a veterinary surgeon looking for a values‑driven role where you can combine excellent clinical care with a deep sense of purpose, this could be the perfect next step in your career.

For more information or a confidential conversation, contact the Veterinary Division at Prospect Health or click ‘Apply Now’ to begin your application.