Veterinary Surgeon

This is not a typical out-of-hours veterinary role. The successful candidate will work in a structured, wellbeing-focused environment where clinical quality and patient welfare take priority over commercial targets. With no routine appointments and an emergency-only caseload, this position is ideal for a Veterinary Surgeon with a passion for,

• Deliver high-quality
emergency and critical veterinary care to pets requiring urgent treatment.
• Manage a varied caseload of emergency presentations across a broad spectrum of clinical conditions.
• Make calm, welfare-led clinical decisions under pressure.
• Work collaboratively with an experienced multidisciplinary team.
• Support and mentor
Veterinary Students during shifts, helping develop practical ECC skills in a real-world setting.
• Contribute to the continued development of a growing and evolving emergency service.
Importantly, there are no routine booked appointments, allowing the Veterinary Surgeon to focus entirely on emergency medicine and urgent clinical care.

The team is looking for an experienced and compassionate Veterinary Surgeon with strong clinical confidence and a keen interest in Emergency and Critical Care (ECC). The ideal candidate will:
• Be a qualified
MRCVS Veterinary Surgeon with experience in emergency or hospital-based practice.
• Have strong diagnostic and clinical decision-making skills.
• Be confident handling emergency and critical cases independently.
• Demonstrate excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Maintain a calm, compassionate and welfare-focused approach in high-pressure situations.
• Have an interest in mentoring and supporting Veterinary Students.
  
  For more than a century, the organisation has provided essential veterinary care to pets belonging to people experiencing financial hardship. Today, it is on an ambitious journey to expand its reach and support even more pets and owners during difficult times.
The organisation is committed to creating lasting positive change and is seeking compassionate, motivated veterinary professionals who want to make a genuine difference while helping shape the future of veterinary care., WhatsApp - Purovets and we are always happy to answer any questions you may have about our great opportunities.

Cardiff Pet Hospital is known for its collaborative culture, supportive clinical environment and commitment to shared learning. Veterinary professionals benefit from access to colleagues with a wide range of clinical interests and expertise, encouraging strong case discussion and professional development. The hospital is modern and fully equipped, featuring:
• Separate dog and cat kennelling facilities
• In-house radiography
• Ultrasound and endoscopy equipment
• Piped gases
• Extensive orthopaedic equipment
• A highly experienced and collaborative veterinary team
Flexible Working & Work-Life Balance Employee wellbeing is a genuine priority. Flexible rota options are available, including potential patterns such as:
• 7 nights on / 14 nights off
• 7 nights on / 21 nights off The team is open to discussing flexible arrangements to support individual circumstances and work-life balance. Salary & Benefits The successful candidate will receive a competitive salary of £63,500 - £76,000 (including allowances) pro rata, alongside an extensive benefits package, including:
• Flexible working options to support work-life balance, part-time permanent veterinary role with flexibility, professional support and the chance to make a meaningful impact on pets and owners when they need it most.