Veterinary Surgeon - Basildon
PDSA
Salary: £49,169–£63,962 including allowances
37.5 hours per week | Full Time | Permanent
Make a difference every day with PDSA
Are you a confident and adaptable Veterinary Surgeon looking for a rewarding role where your clinical skills can make a genuine difference?
Join PDSA and help keep more people and their pets together when times are tough.
For over a century, PDSA has provided vital veterinary care to the pets of people experiencing financial hardship. As we continue to expand our reach and support more pets and their owners, we are looking for passionate and driven Veterinary Surgeons to join us and help shape the future of our services.
About the Role
We are looking for a Veterinary Surgeon who enjoys the variety and challenge of a busy caseload and is confident making sound clinical decisions.
You’ll be comfortable discussing a range of treatment options with clients and tailoring recommendations to meet both the individual needs of the pet and the circumstances of their owner.
Communication and teamwork are central to the role. You’ll build strong relationships with clients and colleagues, working collaboratively within a supportive environment where case discussion, knowledge-sharing and continuous learning are encouraged.
You’ll have the opportunity to work alongside an experienced and compassionate veterinary team, making a meaningful difference to pets and their owners while contributing to the continued development of our services.
Both full-time and part-time applications can be considered.
About the Practice
Our practice provides a collaborative and supportive environment, making it an excellent place to develop your clinical skills and experience.
Teamwork is at the heart of the practice, with regular opportunities for case discussion, shared learning and clinical collaboration. You’ll have access to a broad range of knowledge and expertise across the veterinary team, providing valuable support when discussing cases and treatment plans.
The practice is well equipped to support high-quality patient care, including:
Separate dog and cat kennelling facilities
In-house radiography
Ultrasound
Endoscopy
Piped gases
Extensive orthopaedic equipment
The team places a strong emphasis on maintaining a healthy work-life balance. Weekend working is typically around nine weekends per year, with stand-down time provided throughout shifts and additional payment for weekend cover.
About You
We’re looking for someone who:
Is a confident and adaptable Veterinary Surgeon
Enjoys working within a busy and varied clinical environment
Is comfortable making independent clinical decisions
Can communicate treatment options clearly and sensitively with clients
Takes a compassionate and individualised approach to patient care
Enjoys working collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team
Is committed to continued learning and professional development
Shares our passion for supporting pets and the people who care for them
Rewards, Support & Benefits
At PDSA, we want our people to feel proud of what they do, connected to a meaningful purpose and supported to make a genuine difference every day.
In addition to a rewarding role within a supportive and people-focused organisation, we offer:
£49,169–£63,962 salary, including allowances
Flexible working options to support work-life balance
5 days' CPD allowance and £1,000 annual development budget
Full payment of RCVS fees, where applicable
Extensive internal CPD programmes
Discounts for BSAVA Congress and London Vet Show
25 days' annual leave plus Bank Holidays, with the option to buy or sell up to 5 additional days
Three paid special days each year: Volunteering Day, Celebration Day and Wellbeing Day
Generous pension scheme, with PDSA contributions starting at 5% and rising to 10%
Life assurance at 4x annual salary
AXA Health Employee Assistance Programme and 24/7 wellbeing support
Private medical cover
Retail, holiday and lifestyle discounts through the staff benefits platform
Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave
10% discount on PDSA Pet Insurance
Access to staff veterinary services
Join PDSA
If you’re looking for a Veterinary Surgeon role where your clinical expertise can have a meaningful impact on the lives of pets and their owners, PDSA offers the opportunity to build a rewarding career while contributing to an important cause.
To find out more or apply, and get in touch at info@synergyvets.com
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