Veterinary Surgeon (Surgical)

Veterinary Soft Tissue/Orthopaedic Surgeon. PetMedics Worsley Hospital, Manchester.

Are you looking for a diverse and interesting surgical caseload with multidisciplinary support and 24 hour hospitilsed inpatient care for your cases - We have the job for you!

This role is a rare opportunity for a surgeon to be able to practice their passion while supporting growth and progression. On site facilities include dedicated cat/dog wards, isolation ward, exotics ward, ICU ward, 3 surgical theatres, separate large surgical prep room, on site CT, digital radiography, high quality ultrasound machines, ventilators, laprascopic capabilities and endoscopy etc. Ability to embrace patient care to the highest level with multidisciplinary cover from a large team of certificate level vets and nurses who all share the same aim of providing the best care for each patient as an individual.

PetMedics Veterinary Hospital Full-Time or Part-Time

PetMedics Veterinary Hospital is looking for a Certificate-level Surgeon to join our AP-led surgical team. This position offers flexibility for either full-time or part-time applicants and provides the opportunity to work within a referral hospital with an extensive and varied caseload.

The role will include involvement in the well established referral surgical service, with the option to incorporate surgical bias hospital inpatient care and ECC work depending on your preferred working pattern and clinical interests. As a 24-hour veterinary hospital, we offer access to a broad range of emergency and complex inpatient cases, providing excellent opportunities for both professional development and clinical fulfilment.

Why Join PetMedics?

You will become part of a highly collaborative surgical service, working alongside and supported by an AP referral surgeon and an experienced team nursing surgical team. Our supportive environment encourages case discussion, shared decision-making, and continuous learning.

For surgeons wishing to expand their skillset, there are excellent opportunities for career progression, including on site mentorship in orthopaedics from Diplomate Orthopaedic Surgeons.

Our Hospital

PetMedics is a large referral and emergency hospital where collaboration is at the heart of everything we do. You will work closely with colleagues across a range of disciplines, including:

• Internal Medicine
• Cardiology
• Oncology
• Dentistry
• Ophthalmology
• Diagnostic Imaging
• Dermatology

Our imaging department includes onsite CT facilities and experienced ultrasonographers, ensuring excellent diagnostic support for complex surgical cases.

Outstanding Nursing Support

Our large and highly skilled nursing team includes many nurses holding advanced qualifications and certificates. The surgical service is supported by a dedicated surgical nursing team and lead surgical nurse, allowing our surgeons to focus on delivering the highest standards of patient care.

About You

We are seeking a veterinary surgeon who:

• Holds a recognised Small Animal Surgery Certificate or is due to complete a certificate soon.
• Has a passion for surgery and offering high clinical standards.
• Enjoys working within a collaborative referral environment.
• Values multidisciplinary case management and shared expertise.
• Is committed to continuous professional development and clinical excellence.

What We Offer

• Full-time or part-time opportunities.
• Certificate referral caseload.
• Flexible combination of referral, hospital and ECC surgery.
• Orthopaedic mentorship and career progression opportunities.
• Multidisciplinary specialist support.
• Onsite CT and advanced imaging facilities.
• Dedicated surgical nursing support.
• Access to a large and varied emergency and referral caseload.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• RCVS & VDS fees paid in full
• Generous CPD allowance, BSAVA library access, 450+ courses, and fully funded postgraduate qualifications (CertAVP, PgCert) with tuition, exams, and study leave covered
• Up to 33 days holiday (with option to buy/sell)
• CVS Pension Scheme
• Access to Vet Oracle telemedicine specialists, Advanced Clinical Services Network and Regional Clinical Leads for case support and mentoring
• Health cash plan, Employee Assistance Programme, Wellbeing Champions and enhanced family leave policies
• Staff pet care discounts - 50% off services, MiPet food and medications

Supported by an ambitious and forward-thinking leadership team, this role offers a genuine opportunity to help drive and develop our surgical service. We are committed to investing in both our people and our facilities, providing the successful candidate with the support, resources, and autonomy to influence the future direction of the department. Whether your aspirations include growing referral services, expanding your surgical skillset, developing leadership responsibilities, or progressing towards advanced qualifications, we will work with you to create a rewarding and fulfilling career path.

This role is based in Worsleycommutable from Abram, Affetside, Ainsworth, Atherton, Audenshaw, Bickershaw, Blackrod, Bolton, Boothstown, Bowdon, Bradshaw, Bromley Cross, Bryn, Burtonwood, Bury, Cadishead, Carrington, Chapeltown, Chadderton, Cheadle, Clifton, Croft, Culcheth, Denton, Droylsden, Dukinfield, Dunham Massey, Dunham Woodhouses, Earlestown, Eccles, Edgworth, Egerton, Ellenbrook, Farnworth, Flixton, Gatley, Glazebrook, Glazebury, Golborne, Grappenhall, Haigh, Hale, Hale Barns, Harwood, Hawkshaw, Heywood, High Legh, Higher Green, Hindley, Hollins Green, Holcombe, Horwich, Hyde, Ince-in-Makerfield, Irlam, Kearsley, Leigh, Little Bollington, Little Hulton, Little Lever, Lowton, Lymm, Manchester, Middleton, Mosley Common, Newton-le-Willows, Oldham, Orrell, Partington, Pendlebury, Prestwich, Radcliffe, Ramsbottom, Rixton, Ringley, Rivington, Rochdale, Royton, Sale, Salford, Shaw and Crompton, Shevington, St Helens, Standish, Stockport, Stoneclough, Stretford, Swinton, Thelwall, Timperley, Tottington, Tyldesley, Urmston, Walkden, Warburton, Wardley, Warrington, Westhoughton, Whitefield, Wigan, Winwick, Winstanley.