Veterinary Surgeon - Rugby

Veterinary Surgeon - Rugby

• Founding Role in a Brand-New Independent Hospital: Be part of the core team shaping clinical standards, culture, and protocols from day one
• No Out-of-Hours Commitment: A dedicated night and OOH team means you can fully focus during your shift and truly switch off afterwards
• Advanced Facilities from the Start: Work in a referral-level environment equipped with CT, DR X-ray, ultrasound, endoscopy, laparoscopy, and an in-house lab
• Pathways to Leadership and Partnership: Clear routes to clinical leadership roles and potential to earn partnership shares as the practice grows
• Excellent Benefits Package: Includes a generous salary of up to £80,000 (FTE) and relocation support

Are you an experienced and driven vet looking for something more than the average clinical role?

Do you want to be part of shaping a brand-new, independent veterinary hospital from the ground up - a place where your input truly matters and your professional growth is genuinely supported?

Our client is opening a state-of-the-art, independent veterinary hospital in Rugby and is searching for a forward-thinking Veterinary Surgeon to join them at the very start of this exciting journey. Whether you already hold a postgraduate certificate, are currently working towards one, or are keen to begin - this is a unique chance to grow with a practice built on excellence, integrity, and innovation.

What's on offer?

• A Foundational Role in a Ground-Breaking New Hospital: Join an elite, hand-picked clinical team in the hospital's formative phase and help set the standards and protocols from day one
• Clinical Autonomy & Leadership Pathways: Have your say in clinical decisions, shape patient care pathways, and access clear routes to leadership or partnership opportunities
• Genuine Investment in Your Career: Certificate funding and full support for ongoing professional development
• No Out-of-Hours Responsibility: With a dedicated OOH and night team in place from the start, you can focus on your shift, and switch off afterwards
• Referral-Level Facilities: Including CT scanner, DR X-ray, ultrasound, endoscopy, laparoscopy, in-house Idexx lab, and a dedicated imaging suite
• A Culture of Wellbeing: Spacious prep and theatre areas, comfortable staff spaces, and a leadership team that truly values and respects its vets

Who We're Looking For:

• A Registered Veterinary Surgeon (RCVS) with a strong background in small animal practice
• A certificate holder, or someone actively working towards or ready to start one
• Confident managing both medical and surgical cases independently
• A great team player with the ability to mentor junior colleagues
• Someone excited by the opportunity to be part of something brand-new and to leave a lasting legacy in the profession

Why Rugby?

Located in the popular market town of Rugby in eastern Warwickshire, with excellent rail links to London and Birmingham, and easy access to the M1 and M6, Rugby is perfectly placed for vets looking for a vibrant yet well-connected location to call home.

Ready to Build Something Exceptional?

If you're a progressive veterinary surgeon looking to step into a role where your input shapes the future, I would love to hear from you. Whether you're curious to find out more or ready to apply, please don't hesitate to get in touch.

The Package:

• Salary up to £80,000 (FTE), depending on experience
• Relocation package potentially available
• Flexible working patterns - part-time, full-time, and bespoke rotas considered, with no out-of-hours for day roles
• Profit share scheme from day one, because everyone contributes to their success
• Certificate support is fully funded with dedicated CPD budgets
• Five weeks' holiday plus bank holidays, with an extra day off for your birthday
• Professional fees covered (RCVS, VDS, BVA, and relevant specialist memberships)
• Wellbeing prioritised, including dedicated lunch breaks, generous consult times, and a dedicated staff rest area
• Clear development pathways, with opportunities to progress into leadership or advanced clinical roles as the practice grows
• A voice in how the practice operates - from protocols to patient care, your opinion counts

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And don't forget, if this position is of no interest to you but you know someone who may be interested, please pass on our details. We offer £250 for every successful candidate referral. Terms and conditions apply.

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