Veterinary Surgeon – Biggleswade, Bedfordshire
About the Role
An exciting opportunity is available for an enthusiastic and dedicated Veterinary Surgeon to join a supportive and experienced small animal practice in Biggleswade, Bedfordshire.
The role offers full-time or part-time flexibility, with a salary of up to £70,000 FTE, depending on experience.
Full-time hours are 39 hours per week, with alternative part-time patterns of 34 or 24 hours per week available. The role includes 1 in 4 weekends and no OOH, offering an excellent balance between clinical development and personal time.
This is a varied first-opinion role with an approximately 50% surgical and 50% medical caseload, including occasional orthopaedic cases and some sole-charge responsibility.
About the Practice
The practice provides a modern, air-conditioned and purpose-built clinical environment, supported by an experienced veterinary and nursing team.
The successful Veterinary Surgeon will work alongside a Clinical Lead, Graduate Vet, regular locum support, Registered Veterinary Nurses, Student Veterinary Nurses and an experienced reception team.
The team has a broad range of clinical interests, including ophthalmology, and actively encourages colleagues to develop their own areas of expertise.
Facilities include ultrasound, tonometry, digital X-ray and K-Laser, with alternative therapies such as acupuncture also available and encouraged where appropriate.
The practice is ideally located close to the A1, approximately 40 minutes from Cambridge, with convenient access to Luton Airport and direct rail connections to central London.
Responsibilities
Deliver high-quality first-opinion veterinary care.
Conduct medical consultations and clinical examinations.
Diagnose and manage a varied small animal caseload.
Perform routine surgical procedures.
Manage a broad range of medical cases.
Gain exposure to occasional orthopaedic procedures.
Take responsibility for cases from initial consultation through to completion.
Work confidently when sole charge is required.
Build strong relationships with patients, clients and colleagues.
Develop individual clinical interests through CPD and further training.
Make effective use of the practice's diagnostic equipment.
Maintain high standards of patient welfare and clinical care.
Collaborate with the wider veterinary and nursing team.
Candidate Profile
The ideal candidate will be a Veterinary Surgeon with strong all-round general practice skills, including confidence in both medical and surgical cases.
They should be comfortable taking some sole-charge responsibility and enjoy the variety that comes with first-opinion practice.
Excellent communication skills and the ability to build trusting relationships with clients, patients and colleagues are essential.
The practice welcomes both experienced vets and candidates with developing areas of interest, with CPD and certificate support available to help them progress.
Compensation & Benefits
Salary up to £70,000 FTE, depending on experience
Full-time: 39 hours per week
Part-time options: 34 or 24 hours per week
1 in 4 weekends
No OOH
Flexible rota and working hours
5.6 weeks' annual leave, increasing to 6.6 weeks after two years' service
Generous CPD allowance
Funding towards certificates
Contributory pension scheme
In-house career development opportunities
Paid RCVS and VDS membership fees
Cycle to Work Scheme
Access to wellbeing support and pastoral care
Colleague Assistance Programmes
Reward hub with high-street and online discounts
20% colleague discount across selected pet-related services
Modern, purpose-built clinical environment
Access to advanced diagnostic equipment
Supportive and experienced team
Apply Today
This is an excellent opportunity for a Veterinary Surgeon in Biggleswade seeking a varied clinical caseload, flexible working and genuine support for professional development.
With up to £70,000 FTE, full-time or part-time options, 1 in 4 weekends and no OOH, the role offers an attractive combination of career progression and work-life balance.
If you are passionate about general practice, enjoy both medicine and surgery and want to join a team committed to providing outstanding care within the local community, we'd love to hear from you.
Contact:
Ollie Lear - Talent Partner
T: 07706 346515