Details:
- Salary: £70,000 - 100,000 - Annum
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Annum
- Location: Skelmersdale
- Date: 3 days ago
Description:
Senior Veterinary Surgeon
Location: Skelmersdale
Our client is looking for an experienced and confident Senior Veterinary Surgeon to join their team in Skelmersdale. This is an excellent opportunity for a capable clinician who enjoys managing a varied caseload, performing a broad range of surgical procedures, and delivering high standards of veterinary care.
The successful candidate will be confident handling both routine and complex consultations, alongside undertaking a wide range of soft tissue surgeries. You will play an important role in providing high-quality clinical care and supporting the continued development of the practice.
The Role
Your responsibilities will include:
Managing routine and complex small animal consultations with confidence.
Performing a comprehensive range of soft tissue surgical procedures, including routine neutering, challenging spays, pyometra surgery, cystotomy, splenectomy, large mass removals and gastrointestinal foreign body surgery.
Assessing and managing emergency cases, using diagnostic imaging confidently to support clinical decision-making.
Delivering excellent patient care and maintaining high clinical standards.
Communicating effectively with clients, providing clear explanations and appropriate treatment options.
Working collaboratively with the wider veterinary team to ensure the best possible outcomes for patients.
About You
Our client is seeking a Senior Veterinary Surgeon who can demonstrate:
Strong clinical experience and confidence in managing both routine and more complex cases.
The surgical skills required to perform a wide range of soft tissue procedures independently.
The ability to carry out diagnostic imaging and scanning in emergency situations.
A professional, compassionate approach to patient care and client communication.
The ability to work effectively as part of a team while taking responsibility for clinical decisions.
TPLO certificate is desirable but not essential
The Opportunity
This role would suit a confident, well-rounded Veterinary Surgeon looking to take on a senior clinical position within a supportive team. If you have the clinical knowledge, surgical capability and emergency imaging skills to manage a varied caseload, our client would be keen to hear from you.
To find out more about this opportunity in Skelmersdale, please get in touch for a confidential discussion