Certificate holder Veterinary Surgeon Vacancy, Mossley, Oldham, £65k

Veterinary Surgeon Opportunity for certificate holder at 24-Hour Centre
Salary: Up to £65,000 per year
The Location:
Located on the East of Manchester, this thriving 24-hour centre is looking for a passionate veterinary surgeon to join our team as they expand to meet the growing demand for patient care. They are renowned for leadership in minimally invasive surgical techniques, and are continuing to build on these strong foundations. The clinic offers a perfect balance of city and rural life, with excellent links to Manchester, Liverpool and the stunning Pennines just a stone’s throw away.
The Opportunity:
They are looking for a talented veterinary surgeon, ideally with a Medicine or ECC certificate, to join a highly motivated and skilled team. However, they welcome any candidates eager to work in a practice that fosters clinical freedom and provides top-tier care to pets across the Manchester area. The state-of-the-art facilities include a large prep area, imaging suite, bespoke dog and cat wards, and a separate isolation area, ensuring the best possible care for every patient.
With a strong surgical reputation, they are also proud to offer endoscopy, ECG, digital x-ray, ultrasound, and keyhole surgery facilities. A collaborative approach with a dedicated OOH team ensures excellent handover and seamless patient care.
They’re committed to offering a work-life balance, with a 4-day week and no out-of-hours work. You’ll also have the option of either a 1:3 Saturday rota or 1:6 full weekends on site. They are flexible and can accommodate school-friendly hours or other flexible working arrangements.
Key Benefits:
•    Private Medical Insurance from day one.
•    Health cash plan covering dental, physio, and optical services, with 24/7 Private GP Service.
•    Life Assurance: 3x salary.
•    24-hour counselling support available by phone or in person.
•    5 weeks of annual leave plus Bank Holidays, increasing to 6 weeks with length of service.
•    An additional ‘Day for You’, a paid day’s leave for personal use.
•    Clinical CPD: £1,500 per year plus 3 days of paid leave.
•    Funded certificate opportunities and access to internal CPD.
•    VDS, RCVS, and BVA fees paid.
•    Sabbatical opportunities based on length of service.
•    Interest-free Season Ticket Loan and Cycle to Work scheme.
•    Tier 2 Visa sponsorship and relocation support available.
Your Role:
As a key member of our team, you will:
•    Deliver exceptional clinical care to patients during consultations and procedures.
•    Provide clear, empathetic updates to clients.
•    Maintain professional excellence, ensuring compliance with regulatory and practice standards.
•    Create accurate, tailored care plans with clear cost estimates.
•    Support, mentor, and develop your team, helping to maximize their potential.
•    Ensure smooth handovers for patients requiring out-of-hours care.
•    Share best practices across the Medivet community to promote continuous learning and growth.
Your Skills and Experience:
•    RCVS-registered Veterinary Surgeon.
•    Proven experience in delivering outstanding care to patients and clients.
•    Strong team player with the ability to demonstrate clinical leadership.
•    Experience in supporting nurse consults and schedule 3 procedures to enhance clinic efficiency.
•    Adept at using coaching and influencing skills to foster a positive and productive clinical culture.
To learn more about this exciting opportunity or wish to apply, please don't hesitate to contact View email address on brightleaf.co.uk or give us a call at View phone number on brightleaf.co.uk. We are dedicated to assisting talented Small Animal Veterinary Surgeons like you in finding the ideal job.

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