Veterinary Surgeon – 24/7 Hospital (Bolton)

About the role

We are seeking an experienced and passionate Veterinary Surgeon to join our 24/7 hospital in Bolton. You will deliver exceptional first‑opinion and referral care to a diverse caseload, working alongside certificate holders and advanced practitioners.

Key responsibilities

• Provide high‑quality medical and surgical care, including weekly orthopaedic procedures.
• Collaborate with senior clinicians across surgery and medicine to discuss cases and develop treatment plans.
• Utilise the on‑site CT scanner, X‑ray and dental suite to diagnose and treat patients.
• Support the specialised ICU ward by delivering intensive nursing care when required.

Required profile

• Experienced veterinary surgeon with a strong commitment to patient welfare.
• Passionate about continuous learning and contributing to a collaborative, non‑hierarchical team environment.

Required skills

• Orthopaedic surgery.
• Diagnostic imaging (X‑ray, CT).
• Dental procedures.

What we offer

• 40‑hour, 4‑day week with 2‑9 weekend rota.
• 6 weeks paid holiday (including bank holidays).
• CPD and certificate funding, RCVS and VDS fees paid.
• Private health care, contributory pension (4%), and 52‑week sickness benefit.
• Enhanced maternity and paternity packages, visa support.
• Access to mental health, financial and life counselling.
• Cycle‑to‑work and e‑car schemes, store discounts via Perkbox, 20% staff discount.
• Refer‑a‑Friend bonus.