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Graduate Veterinary Surgeon

J473402 Stockton-on-Tees North East £35K - £75K / Year

Graduate or Experienced Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon No OOH Independent Practice Near Stockon on Tees

Salary £35,000 - £75,000, 4-day week, supportive team with 140+ years of experience, Exotics optional, Career development encouraged

Prospect Health are proud to be working with a truly exceptional, independently owned, small animal practice, seeking either a new graduate or experienced Veterinary Surgeon to join their dedicated and friendly team.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established and respected 3-site practice led by an inspiring and supportive owner, who has built a team-oriented culture based on trust, development, and excellent client care. The main hospital site is modern, spacious, and well-equipped, offering an outstanding clinical environment and a vibrant workplace culture where staff thrive.

The Role

• Small Animal focus with the opportunity to get involved in exotics (supported by 2 experienced exotics vets one currently undertaking a certificate)
• 4-day working week (38 hours), with a regular day off
• 1 in 3 Saturday mornings (moving to 1 in 4)
• No out-of-hours
• No sole charge
• Mix of consults and surgery with dedicated surgical sessions
• 15-minute appointments, with regular breaks and a supportive pace

The Practice

• Independent group with 3 sites; you'll be based mainly at the main hospital site (80100% of your time)
• Modern, light, and spacious building with:
• 4 consult rooms
• Separate cat and dog waiting areas and wards
• Large lab and prep area
• 3 operating theatres (dedicated to dentistry)
• Ultrasound, digital X-ray, ventilator, dental suite, orthopaedic kit (mainly at another branch), and portable dental X-ray
• Equipment requests are always considered if you want it, they'll look to get it
• Highly experienced team with over 140 years of collective veterinary experience, including certificate holders and a Clinical Director with an interest in medicine/surgery

Support Structure

• 8 vets including Clinical Director and Exotics Cert candidates
• 6 Qualified RVNs, with more than one nurse per vet
• More than one receptionist per vet giving you the support to focus on clinical work
• Culture of staff loyalty several team members have left and returned due to the exceptional working environment

The Package

• Salary £35,000 £75,000 flexible depending on experience
• 6.6 weeks holiday (including bank holidays) negotiable
• Generous and open CPD policy certificates encouraged and funded
• No current bonus scheme, but it's under review
• Long-term opportunities including potential succession or partnership Jacqui is considering future plans and keen to invest in the right person

Ideal Candidate

• Confident with routine surgeries (e.g. cat/dog spays) and working up your own cases
• Strong communication and client care skills
• Open to either new graduates (full support available) or more experienced vets
• Someone looking to grow in a team-first, genuinely supportive culture

Location: The practice is located in a well-connected area, on a spacious industrial estate with ample on-site parking.

Ready to take the next step in your career at a practice where you're truly supported?

Apply below or contact me using the details on this advert to arrange a confidential chat about the position