Veterinary Surgeon

Are you looking for a challenging role in a busy local veterinary hospital, but want the peace and quiet of the countryside? Look no further than Medivet Dorchester, just a stone's throw from the Jurassic coast and all the sights and activities it has to offer. We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to join our dedicated team, with a focus on excellent customer and patient care.

We have an exciting opportunity for a n experienced Veterinary Surgeon to join our friendly and experienced team at Medivet Dorchester 24 Hour, a recently refurbished, multi-disciplinary hospital located just a short drive from the stunning Jurassic Coast. Dorchester 24 Hour has a strong regional presence, providing the out-of-hours care for five Medivet branches and seven non- Medivet practices which gives scope for a wide range of clinical cases .

You will be working within a highly skilled and supportive team, which includes certificate holders in cardiology, diagnostic imaging, internal medicine, dermatology, and emergency and critical care . This creates an excellent environment for professional development, collaboration, and learning , and provid ing all round care for our patients , from first opinion work to more advanced and challenging cases.

Our hospital is fully equipped to deliver exceptional patient care, with facilities including: CT scanner (supporting internal and outpatient referrals) Laparscopic surgery Digital x-ray and ultrasound Dental X-ray Endoscopy Two sterile surgical suites Dedicated in-house laboratory Hydrotherapy unit (staffed two days per week) Peripatetic physiotherapist Isolation facilities Separate dog and cat wards, with ISFM Silver Cat Friendly status 24/7 care supported by an ECC-certified night vet and experienced nursing team This is an excellent opportunity for a confident veterinary surgeon with a general practitioner skills, but with strong surgical skills and a keen in interest in advancing their professional abilities.

As the out-of-hours provider and hospital in the area we remain co m mitted to providing excellent first opinion client care and therefore the role will also involve routine consultations and varied inpatient care . Candidates should have at least 2 years proven UK experience to thrive in this busy, forward-thinking hospital environment while enjoying the lifestyle benefits of the Dorset coast.

As primarily a first opinion practice the successful candidate must also be keen to provide excellent client care both in the consult room and in managing medical and surgical cases, but with a strong team to lean on can feel supported with more complex and challenging cases. This role is full time, with the option for part-time, working an average of 39 hours per week with 1 in 6 weekends included within this rota which are a core feature of this role as we firmly believe in fairness across the team.

If you are passionate about high-quality veterinary care and want to be part of a dynamic, high-performing team, we would be delighted to hear from you. Please contact stuart.bond@medivet.co.uk for a friendly initial conversation. Your career means more than a rota and a job title, that’s why we offer: Health and wellbeing Private Medical Insurance and Health Cash Plan from day one 24/7 counselling and wellbeing support Life Assurance 3 x salary Annual leave 5 weeks’ annual leave plus Bank Holidays, rising with length of service Extra ‘Day for You’, a paid day off just for you Learning and development £1,500 CPD allowance (pro-rata) plus 3 days’ paid leave per year Access to Clinical Communities, internal CPD and our 24-hour hospitals Funded certificates and internal career pathways Additional support RCVS, VDS and BVA fees paid Relocation support and Visa sponsorship available Sabbatical options based on length of service Lifestyle Cycle to Work Season Ticket loans Discounts on Medivet products and services About you You’re a qualified MRCVS with a passion for clinical excellence and client care.

You’re a team player who wants to make a real difference in a practice that values and supports you. What you’ll be doing Typically, in this role, you’ll: Deliver exceptional clinical care to patients in consults and surgery to the highest standards of regulatory, practice and operational compliance Develop tailored treatment plans with clients Work collaboratively within a supportive team Share your skills and support our Medivet communities’ development