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About the Role

Wood Street Vets is seeking an experienced and confident Veterinary Surgeon for their Barnet Hospital. This role offers the opportunity to manage complex cases, work to a high standard, and guide others within a supportive team environment. The hospital boasts modern facilities and a diverse patient base, including cats, dogs, rabbits, small furries, and occasional chickens, with a range of surgical procedures from routine operations to advanced techniques.

Responsibilities

Manage a diverse caseload of cats, dogs, rabbits, small furries, and occasional chickens, along with wildlife.
Perform surgical procedures ranging from routine operations to laparoscopic work, orthopaedics, thoracic surgery, BOAS, and dentistry.
Utilize in-house capabilities including radiography, dental X-ray, ultrasound, rigid and flexible endoscopy, laparoscopy, electro and radio surgery, stapling, orthopaedic kits, ventilators, and advanced monitoring.
Work up cases thoroughly and take the lead on areas of passion.
Advance skills and continue professional development.
Work alongside highly capable RVNs who run their own clinics and support surgeries.
Mentor newer graduates if interested in guiding the next generation of vets.

Requirements

Experienced, confident Veterinary Surgeon.
Proactive clinician who enjoys managing complex cases.
Ability to work to a high standard and guide others.
Full-time applications only.
Must be able to work 42 hours across four days.
Must be able to work 1 in 3 Saturdays.
Must be able to accommodate sole charge shifts.
Must be working towards or interested in starting a certificate.

Skills

Veterinary surgery
Clinical management
Surgical procedures
Radiography
Dental X-ray
Ultrasound
Endoscopy
Laparoscopy
Orthopaedics
Thoracic surgery
Dentistry
ECC
Mentoring

Location

Barnet

Work Type

Full-time
Fixed Term - 12 months

Experience Level

Experienced

Education Level

Veterinary Surgeon qualification

Salary/Compensations

Up to £65,000 DOE

Benefits

6.8 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 pets
Support for career development opportunities
Wellbeing initiatives
Access to world-class learning resources
Full support for those working towards or interested in starting a certificate

About the Company

Inspiring Vet Care is the UK’s number one vet care provider, trusted with the care of over 2 million animals.
Wood Street Vets has been part of the local community for more than 100 years.
The company is committed to supporting its people through career development, wellbeing initiatives, and learning resources.
The team is friendly, engaged, and involved in the community, valuing collaboration, open communication, and a supportive culture.