Veterinary Surgeon

Briar Dawn Veterinary Centre is searching for a Veterinary Surgeon to join their team in Oldham, Lancashire. We are located at the gateway to the Pennines and are very accessible, with vets based in the city (Manchester), or others choosing a more rural life!

Our modern, small animal veterinary practice is well-equipped with the latest technology, including dental radiography, digital x-ray, and referral-level ultrasound equipment with cardiac and abdominal probes, endoscopy, bronchoscopy, plus rhinoscopy equipment for those with a medical interest. We have a TTA kit and electro-cautery, plus a tonometer and slit lamp.

Why us

The practice is supported by a team of forward-thinking professionals who provide the best clinical care possible for their patients. With 20-minute consultations as standard, this full-time position (40 hours over 4 days, plus 1 in 3 Saturdays) offers a great work-life balance, with no on-call duties or OOH required.

The successful Veterinary Surgeon will be joining a supportive and welcoming team of Vets, Nurses and Receptionists, with the support of both the Practice Director and Clinical Director. The team works closely together, sharing knowledge and discussing cases, while the Nurses are always on-hand to provide additional support. We value our nursing team; they are proactive and keen to utilise all their professional skills and develop alongside our vets.

The receptionist team is highly organised, helping to ensure that the day runs smoothly and the clients are well taken care of.

The role

If you're a Veterinary Surgeon seeking a great work-life balance, a supportive team, and strong professional development, this could be the role for you.

We're looking for a skilled GP who is confident in consults and surgery, with a solid caseload and the ability to perform all routine GP ops, including GDVs, ex-laps, and C-sections when needed.

You should be proactive, a team player, and comfortable mentoring younger vets. Strong communication skills and a customer-focused approach are essential, along with the ability to teach and perform first opinion procedures confidently.

Hours and salary

Working hours are approximately 40 hours over 4 days, plus 1 in 3 Saturdays.

Salary for this Veterinary Surgeon role is up to £74,000, depending on experience, plus benefits.

The successful Veterinary Surgeon will have access to support from Vet Oracle; a unique range of digital teleservices, led by veterinary specialists and referral clinicians who provide interpretations and clinical advice in their respective disciplines; including medicine, radiology, cardiology, dermatology, oncology, neurology, ophthalmology, dentistry

Alongside this, you will also have access to a wide range of benefits, which include:

Holidays, pensions, discounts, parental leave, fee payments…plus more that you can view via our what-we-offer page.

If you'd like to visit the practice and meet our amazing team for a cuppa and informal chat, or to arrange a confidential chat about this role, contact Dave Vaughan on 07780 436 395 or at david.vaughan@cvsvets.com 

Or, if you feel this is the ideal role for you, please click Apply Now, upload your CV, and we'll be in touch.

CVS is committed to being a fully inclusive place to work where all our colleagues are encouraged and supported to be themselves, where difference is celebrated and where everyone feels able to deliver their best. We are also determined to build a workforce that is more representative of our diverse communities and the people we provide our services to.