About the Role
<h3><strong>The Opportunity</strong></h3>
<p>An established small animal practice in Chester is seeking a Veterinary Surgeon to join at an exciting time of growth, with new AI-supported technology being introduced to improve workflows and free up more clinical time for patient care.</p>
<p>This role would suit a vet keen to explore or develop a clinical interest while working within a structured, well-supported environment.</p>
<h3><strong>Working Pattern</strong></h3>
<ul>
<li>Full-time preferred
<li>Part-time considered
<li>1 in 5 Saturday mornings (9:00am – 12:30pm)
<li>No out-of-hours
<li>No Sundays
</ul>
<h3><strong>Clinical Focus & Interests</strong></h3>
<p>The practice is particularly interested in speaking with vets who have experience or interests in:</p>
<ul>
<li>Dentistry
<li>Cardiology
<li>Laparoscopy
</ul>
<p>That said, experienced consult-only vets or those with other special interests are also encouraged to apply.</p>
<h3><strong>Clinical Environment</strong></h3>
<ul>
<li>20-minute consults
<li>Structured diaries with protected lunch breaks
<li>Dedicated time for calls and paperwork
<li>Nurses available throughout the day to assist in consults
<li>Proactive, insured client base with a varied caseload
<li>Modern practice with a high-quality interior design
<li>AI-supported systems being introduced to enhance efficiency and patient care
</ul>
<h3><strong>The Team</strong></h3>
<ul>
<li>7 Veterinary Surgeons
<li>7 Registered Veterinary Nurses
<li>3 Receptionists
</ul>
<p>The clinical team holds a range of interests, offering the opportunity to collaborate, share knowledge, and develop skills across different disciplines.</p>
<h3><strong>What the Role Would Suit</strong></h3>
<ul>
<li>A Veterinary Surgeon confident in routine consults and surgery
<li>Someone open to learning and working with AI-supported clinical tools
<li>A vet interested in developing a clinical niche or maintaining a consult-led role
<li>A team-oriented clinician who values structured working days and finishing on time
</ul>
<h3><strong>What’s on Offer</strong></h3>
<ul>
<li>Salary around <strong>£60,000 (FTE, DOE)</strong>
<li>Generous CPD allowance
<li>Support for certificates and further development
<li>Paid professional memberships
<li>Contributory pension scheme
<li>Exclusive company discounts and rewards
</ul>