First‑opinion vet role in Nottinghamshire with a varied caseload, flexible working options, strong CPD support, and a collaborative hospital team.

Who They Are

This is a large, modern small animal hospital based in Nottinghamshire, delivering vital veterinary care within a structured and purpose‑driven clinical environment. The hospital is designed to support high‑quality patient care through strong clinical governance, well‑equipped facilities, and a collaborative team culture.

Facilities include separate dog and cat wards, digital radiography, ultrasound, endoscopy, piped gases, and orthopaedic equipment, creating a setting where clinicians can work up cases to a high standard. The team consists of veterinary surgeons, registered nurses, student nurses, and support colleagues with varied clinical interests, ensuring regular case discussion and shared learning.

The hospital focuses on providing accessible, welfare‑driven care and offers a stable, supportive environment for veterinary professionals at different stages of their careers.

What You’ll Do

• Provide first‑opinion consultations, medical work‑ups, and routine surgical procedures across a varied and meaningful caseload.
• Deliver clear, evidence‑based treatment plans aligned with patient needs and owner circumstances.
• Support inpatient care, diagnostics, emergency presentations (during daytime hours), and continuity of treatment.
• Communicate effectively with clients, ensuring informed decision‑making and transparency around care options.
• Maintain clinical records and patient safety standards in line with RCVS guidelines.
• Collaborate with veterinary surgeons, nurses, and support staff to contribute to a positive, learning‑focused hospital culture.
• Work full‑time or part‑time, with flexible patterns available. Permanent and temporary roles are both considered.

What You’ll Gain From Them

• Competitive salary (£43,000–£58,000 depending on allowances).
• Flexible working arrangements supporting individual work–life balance needs.
• Funded CPD, including:
  • £1,000 annual allowance
  • 5 days’ study leave
  • Extensive internal clinical development programmes
• Exposure to a wide caseload supporting growth in:
  • Medicine
  • Surgery
  • Diagnostic imaging
  • Welfare‑aligned case management
• Additional benefits include:
  • 25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays (with option to buy/sell 5 days)
  • Paid RCVS fees
  • Pension scheme with enhanced contributions
  • Life assurance (4× salary)
  • Private medical and wellbeing support
  • Enhanced family leave policies
  • Retail and lifestyle discounts
  • Three additional paid days per year (Volunteering Day, Wellbeing Day, Celebration Day)

What They Need From You

• RCVS Registration – required to practise as a Veterinary Surgeon in the UK.
• Clinical Capability – ability to manage a wide range of first‑opinion consultations and procedures.
• Diagnostic Reasoning – capability to assess, prioritise, and work up cases using available diagnostics.
• Client Communication – ability to present treatment options clearly while managing expectations sensitively..
• Team Collaboration – ability to work within a multidisciplinary hospital team.
• Commitment to Purpose‑Driven Care – interest in welfare‑focused clinical delivery and continuous improvement.
   

What’s Next

• Submit your CV for review.
• GVC will contact you to discuss your experience, working pattern preferences, and career goals.
• Next steps typically include a clinical conversation followed by an interview.