Job Description

Veterinary Surgeon – Barnsley

• A leading Small Animal Hospital and Emergency Services Clinic in the vibrant market town of Barnsley, South Yorkshire
• Centre of excellence, boasting a wide range of state-of-the-art diagnostic and treatment facilities including a CT scanner, flexible and rigid endoscopes, and advanced ultrasound capabilities
• Certificate holders in Advanced Veterinary Practice, Diagnostic Imaging, Ultrasound, and postgraduate training across a variety of specialisms
• Full-time role offers an average of 41.5 hours per week, structured as three weekdays and alternate weekends
• Generous salary up to £65,000

Are you a Veterinary Surgeon looking to take the next step in your career, or perhaps you're newly qualified and ready to begin your journey in a supportive and advanced clinical environment? Our client, a leading Small Animal Hospital and Emergency Services Clinic in the vibrant market town of Barnsley, South Yorkshire, is looking for someone like you to join their exceptional team.

Established in 2002, this 24/7 hospital has developed into a centre of excellence, boasting a wide range of state-of-the-art diagnostic and treatment facilities including a CT scanner, flexible and rigid endoscopes, and advanced ultrasound capabilities. The hospital provides an extensive range of services such as neurosurgery, orthopaedics, minimally invasive procedures, stem cell therapy, chemotherapy, and a comprehensive first-opinion practice. Their dedication to clinical excellence is recognised through four prestigious RCVS awards.

You would be joining a highly experienced and passionate team comprising 15 Veterinary Surgeons, 24 Registered Veterinary Nurses, 3 Student Veterinary Nurses, 5 Animal Care Assistants, and a well-established support team. Among them are certificate holders in Advanced Veterinary Practice, Diagnostic Imaging, Ultrasound, and postgraduate training across a variety of specialisms. The collaborative nature of the team and the integrated approach to first-opinion and referral cases make this an outstanding environment for continuous learning and development.

They are seeking a committed and enthusiastic Veterinary Surgeon to join their first-opinion day team. Whether you are recently qualified or bring years of experience, what matters most is a passion for high-quality patient care, the confidence to manage routine surgical and medical cases, and the desire to contribute positively to a skilled and welcoming team.

This full-time role offers an average of 41.5 hours per week, structured as three weekdays and alternate weekends, resulting in an average of four working days per week. Outside of work, Barnsley offers an excellent quality of life with its beautiful countryside, exceptional transport links, and highly rated schools – including 19 primary schools rated ‘Outstanding’ by Ofsted. The town also boasts a lively mix of markets, shops, cultural venues, and local eateries, making it a great place to live, work, and unwind.

If you’re excited by the opportunity to grow within a forward-thinking, well-equipped, and genuinely supportive veterinary hospital, we’d love to hear from you. Get in touch today to find out more about this fantastic role.

The Package:

• A fantastic salary up to £65,000 DOE
• Generous CPD allowance to support your professional development
• Contributory pension scheme
• Paid memberships (RCVS, BVA, VDS)

For more information or for a confidential chat, please contact Lily on 01904 570056 or email l.thorpe@purovets.com

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And don't forget, if this position is of no interest to you but you know someone who may be interested, please pass on our details. We offer £250* for every successful candidate referral. *Terms and conditions apply.

Ref no: JOB-52943