Animal Veterinary Surgeon

Bristol, EnglandPrimary Care - Vet Surgeon – Small Animal /Zetland Vets, Redland [1219] /On-siteAt inspiring vet care, our people are at the heart of everything we do. As the UK's number one vet care provider, we're trusted with the care of over 2 million animals, delivering our purpose of healthier animals and happier owners.This role will involve providing holiday and sickness cover across our eight sites, offering plenty of variety and the opportunity to work with different teams. We're looking for a confident Veterinary Surgeon who is comfortable with routine surgery, consulting and working sole charge when required.Practice Highlights* Be well supported by our friendly team* We have certificate holders in Surgery, Cardiology, Feline medicine and Small Animal Medicine, we encourage professional growth* Within our team we can offer a wealth of experience and qualifications in handy subjects such as Behaviour, Pain Management and AcupunctureHow You'll Make a DifferenceAs a Veterinary Surgeon, you'll work collaboratively with the wider practice team to deliver a high standard of patient and client care across a varied and rewarding caseload.Inpatient/ward shifts involve looking after our inpatients including any investigation required* Seeing any urgent/emergency appointments throughout the dayWorking Pattern* 38.7 hours per week* Four days per week 8.30am-6.30pm with occasional late shifts 10.30am-8.30pm.* Saturday shifts (3 in 11): Fishponds - 9am-4pm, consulting only, Zetland Hospital - 8.30am-5.00pm, either consulting only shift or ward/inpatient/emergency shiftYou Might Be a Great Fit If...You are a confident and motivated veterinary surgeon who enjoys working as part of a team and is committed to delivering high-quality patient and client care. A Veterinary degree and registration (or eligibility to register) with the RCVS* Experience working in clinical practice with growing confidence in routine medical and surgical cases* Strong communication skills and the ability to build effective relationships with clients and colleagues* A proactive approach to learning, with openness to feedback and development* Professionalism, reliability, and the ability to work both independently and collaborativelyHow We'll Support YouAt inspiring vet care, we're committed to supporting your ongoing development and well-being. When you join us, you'll benefit from:* Clear career pathways with progression opportunities across primary care, referral, leadership, and specialist roles* Funded learning and development, including CPD allowance and access to IVC academy training centres & role-relevant courses* 1,250 annual Care Fund for every vet* Access to mentors, regional clinical coaches, and peer networks* Support to develop clinical interests and expand your capabilities* A collaborative, values-led culture focused on care, community, and continuous improvementWhat We Offer Our Team* 6.6 weeks' holiday, including bank holidays* Private medical insurance* Enhanced family leave and pay across maternity, paternity, adoption and surrogacy* BVA membership, VDS cover & RCVS fees* Cycle to Work and Green Car schemes (eligibility applies)* Retail discounts and cashback offers* Reduced-cost veterinary care for your own petsWe're committed to supporting our people through career development opportunities, wellbeing initiatives and access to world-class learning resources.Whether you're just starting out or looking to take the next step in your career, inspiring vet care offers the support, opportunity and community to help you grow.0 - 65,000 a yearUp to 65,000 pa FTE/DOEWe may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.