Veterinary Surgeon Core - Garden vets - Keele

Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal Hospital Check below to see if you have what is needed for this opportunity, and if so, make an application asap. Garden Vets Hospital | Keele Full Time | Core Hours | 4-Day Week Take Your Veterinary Career to the Next Level Are you an experienced Veterinary Surgeon looking for a hospital environment where you can challenge yourself clinically, work alongside an exceptional multidisciplinary team, and have access to outstanding facilities every day? At Garden Vets Hospital , we're passionate about delivering exceptional patient care, investing in our people, and creating an environment where veterinary professionals can thrive. As our hospital continues to grow, we're looking for a talented Veterinary Surgeon to join our Core Hours team. If you enjoy a varied caseload, modern facilities, supportive colleagues and genuine opportunities for professional development, we'd love to hear from you. Why Join Garden Vets Hospital? Located on the beautiful Keele University campus , Garden Vets Hospital is a purpose-built, state-of-the-art veterinary hospital providing exceptional care 24 hours a day, 365 days a year . Our hospital offers advanced diagnostic imaging, modern surgical theatres, dedicated inpatient facilities and a collaborative team of experienced veterinary surgeons, nurses and specialists. As a teaching-focused hospital, you'll also play a role in supporting and inspiring the next generation of veterinary professionals. Every day brings something different, with a diverse caseload that allows you to fully utilise and develop your clinical skills.

The Role

This is a full-time Core Hours position, ideal for an experienced Veterinary Surgeon who enjoys both consulting and medicine within a busy hospital setting. You'll manage a varied caseload, work closely with an experienced multidisciplinary team, and provide outstanding care from initial consultation through to treatment and discharge. Your responsibilities will include: Managing consultations independently. Working up medical cases and developing treatment plans. Triaging emergency patients. Performing routine surgical procedures. Assessing and managing medical and surgical patients from admission to discharge. Managing inpatient care to a high clinical standard. Prescribing safely and appropriately. Working collaboratively with colleagues across all clinical disciplines to deliver exceptional patient outcomes.

About You

We're looking for an experienced Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon who is confident making clinical decisions and enjoys working within a fast-paced hospital environment. This role is not suitable for a newly qualified Veterinary Surgeon , as you'll need to be need to be comfortable working with a good level of clinical independence from day one. You'll ideally have: Experience in small animal practice within a hospital or busy first-opinion environment. Strong medical and consulting skills. Confidence working up cases independently. Experience performing routine surgery. Excellent communication and client care skills. A collaborative approach and passion for delivering outstanding patient care. A commitment to continued learning and professional development. Working Pattern - We believe a healthy work-life balance is essential. Core Hours Full-time. Four-day working week. Shifts between 7:30am and 7:30pm . Typical shifts: 7:30am - 6:30pm 8:30am - 7:30pm Weekend Rota 1 in 4 weekends. Saturday & Sunday: 8:00am - 7:00pm . Time off in lieu for every weekend worked. We also have a non-core hours role - please still apply if you would like to discuss! Why You'll Love Working Here: Purpose-built, state-of-the-art veterinary hospital. Interesting and varied medical and surgical caseload. Supportive multidisciplinary team. Modern diagnostic and surgical facilities. Four-day working week. Time off in lieu for weekend work. Opportunities for continued professional development. Collaborative culture where your ideas and expertise are valued. Opportunity to contribute to the development of future veterinary professionals. xehkeey Ready for Your Next Challenge? If you're an experienced Veterinary Surgeon looking to work in a progressive hospital where you'll be supported, challenged and encouraged to develop your career, we'd love to hear from you. Join Garden Vets Hospital and become part of a team that's dedicated to providing exceptional care for every patient, every day.