A fantastic opportunity to join a large, supportive clinical team within a modern 24‑hour hospital offering advanced facilities, varied caseloads and strong professional development.

The Practice We’re Supporting

GVC is working with a busy 24‑hour small‑animal hospital in the Poole area. The hospital is home to a large, experienced clinical team including veterinary surgeons with certificates in cardiology, small‑animal surgery, behaviour and emergency and critical care. They are supported by a strong nursing team of registered veterinary nurses, student nurses, veterinary care assistants and a full reception team.

The hospital is equipped with laparoscopy, rigid and flexible endoscopy, ultrasound, a full in‑house laboratory, digital radiography, dental radiography, separate cat and dog wards with underfloor heating and spacious consult rooms. The location offers excellent access to the coast, nearby towns and strong transport links to London.

What You’ll Do

• Deliver high‑quality clinical care across consultations, diagnostics and surgical procedures.
• Provide clear, compassionate communication to clients, ensuring they understand treatment plans and patient progress.
• Maintain high standards of clinical governance, regulatory compliance and evidence‑based practice.
• Prepare accurate, tailored treatment plans with clear cost estimates.
• Support and mentor colleagues, helping to develop clinical capability across the team.
• Complete thorough clinical handovers and arrange transfer of patients requiring out‑of‑hours or enhanced care.
• Contribute to shared learning and best‑practice discussions within the wider clinical network.

What the Practice Can Offer You

• Salary of £68,000 per annum.
• Private medical insurance and health cash plan from day one.
• Life assurance at three times salary.
• Access to 24‑hour counselling and wellbeing support.
• Five weeks’ annual leave plus Bank Holidays, rising with length of service.
• An additional paid “Day for You”.
• £1,500 CPD budget plus three paid CPD days.
• Internal CPD and access to clinical communities.
• Funded certificate opportunities.
• Paid professional memberships (RCVS, VDS, BVA).
• Sabbatical options based on length of service.
• Season ticket loan, cycle‑to‑work scheme and additional colleague discounts.
• Visa sponsorship and relocation support where required.

What the Practice Is Looking For

• RCVS‑Registered Veterinary Surgeon – with strong general‑practice experience.
• Clinical Leadership – ability to guide colleagues and support a progressive clinical culture.
• Team Collaboration – experience working effectively within a multi‑disciplinary team.
• Evidence‑Based Approach – commitment to delivering high‑quality, patient‑centred care.
• Coaching Skills – ability to support nurse consults, schedule 3 procedures and team development.
• Communication Skills – capable of providing clear updates and building strong client relationships.

What’s Next

Send your CV to Iain Anderson at GVC (Global Veterinary Careers) 📧 iain.anderson@gvcvets.com 📞 01392 793250