Role Overview
Position: Full-time GP Veterinary Surgeon
Location: East London
Organization Type: Largest ECC provider in London, multi-branch network
Role Context
- Full-time position with 40 hours/week average (6-weekly rotational schedule)
- Weekend rotation: 1:3 Saturday, 1:6 Sunday
- Rota includes consulting, surgery, ward, and ECC departments
- On-call commitment (last resort rotation)
- Salary range: £45,000-£61,000 (based on experience)
- Strong support from senior medics, experienced RVNs, and clinical managers
- Access to advanced facilities: CT scanner, commercial laboratory, experienced surgical team
Must-Have Requirements
- Veterinary Qualification: Registered veterinary surgeon (RCVS qualified)
- Experience Level: Experienced GP vet with demonstrated competency in routine procedures
- Clinical Competencies:
- Proficiency in routine surgeries (spay procedures, dentals)
- Capability to manage emergency/critical care cases
- Ability to work independently while supporting team-based environment
- Work Environment: Experience or comfort working in hospital/referral center environment
- Availability: Full-time, permanent position
Nice-to-Have Qualities
- Experience in multi-branch veterinary networks
- Advanced surgical experience (orthopedic, soft tissue, minimally invasive)
- Emergency/critical care background
- Experience with state-of-the-art diagnostic facilities
- Track record of continuing professional development
- Team management or mentoring experience with nursing staff