Permanent Experienced Mixed Veterinary Surgeon – Independent Practice Ref:SV0577

Newcastle upon Tyne | Full or Part Time

We are seeking an experienced Mixed Veterinary Surgeon to join a long-established independent practice and become part of a supportive, close-knit team that genuinely enjoys working together.

This is a great opportunity for a vet who still enjoys the variety of mixed practice and wants to work in an environment that values both clinical standards and teamwork.

What the role involves:
• A varied mixed caseload: approximately 80% small animal, 15% equine, 5% farm
• Consultations, surgery, ambulatory work and general mixed practice duties
• Working alongside an experienced and supportive clinical team
• Building strong, long-term client relationships with continuity of care
• 10-minute consultations supported by an excellent nursing team

What we are looking for:
• A Veterinary Surgeon with 7+ years’ experience
• Confidence and enjoyment in mixed practice
• A collaborative team player with good communication skills
• Full UK driving licence and ability to drive a manual vehicle
• A positive attitude and down-to-earth approach

What’s on offer:
• Salary from £65,000+, dependent on experience
• Monthly profit share scheme after probation
• Birthday leave
• Discounted pet care
• 6+ weeks annual leave rising to 8 weeks with service
• Salary review at 12 months and annually thereafter
• BUPA healthcare
• Workplace pension
• Generous CPD allowance and funded development
• RCVS and VDS fees paid
• Full sick pay after qualifying period

Rota:
• Full-time or part-time considered (minimum 3 days per week)
• 1 in 3 Saturday mornings
• Shared bank holiday cover
• Small contribution to 1 in 6 weekend on-call rota
• Time off in lieu after weekend on-call (long weekend provided)
• Never on-call alone, with shared weekend support across a team of vets

Why join:
As an independent practice, we are able to remain flexible, supportive and genuinely people-focused. You will be joining a wider network of practices across the North East, offering both collaboration and a strong sense of team identity while still maintaining a close-knit working environment.

If this sounds like your kind of role, we would love to hear from you.

Please send your CV and a short introduction about yourself.