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Equine Vet Surgeon

J933685 York Yorkshire & Humberside £50K - £70K / Year

Equine Veterinary Surgeon, York
Competitive Salary DOE, 4-Day Working Week, Independent Veterinary Practice, Leadership & Partnership Opportunities

Are you an experienced Equine Veterinary Surgeon looking for a new challenge where you can genuinely make your mark? Would you like the opportunity to help shape the future of a growing equine service, enjoy complete clinical freedom and potentially progress into a leadership or partnership position?

Prospect Health is working with a well-established, independent veterinary practice near York, North Yorkshire, to recruit an experienced Equine Veterinary Surgeon to join its friendly and supportive team.

This is an exciting opportunity for a confident equine or mixed practice Vet who is passionate about providing high-quality clinical care and would welcome the chance to have a real influence on the development of a thriving equine department.

Our client is flexible in its approach and is happy to tailor the position around your clinical interests and ambitions, whether you are looking for a predominantly equine role, a genuine equine and small animal mix, or primarily equine work with occasional small animal cases.

The Opportunity

Joining an established and growing equine team, you will have the chance to become an integral part of a genuinely independent veterinary practice that values clinical freedom, collaboration and long-term client relationships.

The practice has an excellent reputation within the local equestrian community, looking after a loyal client base and providing comprehensive first-opinion equine veterinary care.

With continued investment in facilities and equipment, our client is keen to recruit a Veterinary Surgeon who would enjoy contributing to the ongoing development of its equine services.

Key aspects of the opportunity include:

• Working with an established and supportive equine veterinary team
• Managing a varied equine caseload with the freedom to develop your clinical interests
• Helping shape the future direction and clinical development of the equine department
• Potential to progress into a leadership position within the team
• Opportunity for future partnership for the right candidate
• Clinical independence without corporate protocols or sales targets
• Support for new ideas, initiatives and further professional development
• Opportunity to undertake mixed equine and small animal work if desired
• This is particularly attractive for an ambitious Equine Vet who would like to take greater ownership of their clinical work and contribute to the longer-term success of an independent practice.

Excellent Equine Facilities and Equipment

Our client has invested significantly in its equine facilities, providing the equipment and resources needed to investigate and manage a wide variety of clinical cases.

Facilities include:

• Eight stables with dedicated equine facilities
• Stocks, trot-up lane and lunge ring
• Radiography box and padded knock-down box
• Modern digital radiography equipment
• New Celtic SMR ultrasound system
• Video endoscope and gastroscope
• Established monthly gastroscopy clinics
• Class 4 laser
• Two sets of modern equine dental equipment
• In-house laboratory facilities
• Excellent veterinary nursing support
• Advanced dental clinics
• In-house sarcoid removal clinics supported by visiting specialists
• The practice is also open to investing in additional equipment where there is a clear clinical benefit, offering genuine scope to develop new services and areas of expertise.

Working Hours and Rota

Our client understands the importance of maintaining a healthy work-life balance and offers an attractive working pattern with flexibility for the right candidate.

The typical working arrangements include:

• Full-time position preferred, although part-time applications will be considered
• Typically a four-day working week
• Weekend out-of-hours rota of approximately 1 in 4 or 1 in 5
• A manageable geographical area for out-of-hours work
• Established, long-standing clients within the local equestrian community
• Support from an experienced and collaborative veterinary team

Salary and Benefits

Our client offers a competitive salary and benefits package designed to recognise experience, support professional development and encourage long-term career progression.

Benefits include:

• Competitive salary depending on experience and qualifications
• Five weeks' annual leave plus bank holidays
• RCVS, BEVA and VDS membership fees paid
• Fully funded CPD to support your clinical interests
• Opportunity to develop additional clinical skills and services
• Potential leadership responsibilities and future partnership opportunities
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Discounted veterinary care for your own pets
• Complimentary pet wellness plan
• Dog-friendly working environment with staff kennels available
• Excellent clinical facilities and continued investment in equipment
• Supportive independent practice culture with genuine clinical freedom

Opportunity for Mixed Veterinary Work

Although this is primarily an equine position, our client recognises that some Veterinary Surgeons enjoy maintaining their skills across different species.
For those interested in mixed practice, there is the opportunity to incorporate small animal work into the role.
The small animal department is supported by an experienced veterinary team, including two certificate holders in medicine, offering access to a varied caseload and additional clinical support.
The balance between equine and small animal work can be discussed to suit your experience, interests and career aspirations.

About You

We are looking for an experienced Equine Veterinary Surgeon who enjoys working with clients, takes pride in delivering excellent veterinary care and would like to become part of a friendly, independent practice.

You will have:

• MRCVS registration
• A minimum of three years' post-qualification veterinary experience
• Confidence managing routine equine veterinary cases
• A particular interest in equine lameness, medicine or dentistry would be welcomed
• Strong clinical decision-making and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and client relationship skills
• A collaborative approach to working with veterinary colleagues and support staff
• An enthusiasm for developing your clinical skills and contributing to the wider practice

For candidates interested in progressing their careers, there is also the opportunity to become involved in the leadership and future development of the equine department.

Living and Working in North Yorkshire

Located near the historic market town of York, this opportunity offers the chance to enjoy a rewarding veterinary career in one of the most picturesque parts of Yorkshire.

Known for its beautiful countryside, strong equestrian community and welcoming market towns, North Yorkshire provides an excellent setting for veterinary professionals who enjoy an active outdoor lifestyle.

For an Equine Veterinary Surgeon looking to combine career progression with a fantastic rural lifestyle, this location has plenty to offer.

Interested in Finding Out More?

If you are an experienced Equine Veterinary Surgeon looking for an opportunity to develop your career within a genuinely independent practice, this could be the perfect next step.

With excellent facilities, a supportive team, genuine clinical freedom and the potential to progress into leadership or even future partnership, this position offers considerably more than a traditional equine veterinary role.

Contact the specialist Veterinary Recruitment team at Prospect Health today for a confidential discussion about this opportunity in North Yorkshire.

Alternatively, submit your CV and one of our experienced veterinary recruitment consultants will be in touch to discuss the position, working arrangements and long-term career opportunities.