Veterinary Surgeon Surgical Focus Mercer and Hughes
Job description
Veterinary Surgeon – Hospital-Based (Internal Medicine & Imaging Focus)
We are seeking an experienced Veterinary Surgeon with a minimum of 5 years’ clinical experience to join our friendly and supportive team in a predominantly hospital-based role.
This is an exciting opportunity for a confident and motivated clinician with a strong interest in internal medicine and diagnostic imaging. The ideal candidate will have significant imaging experience and may already hold, or be working towards, a relevant medical or imaging certificate.
The Role
You will play a key role in delivering high-quality patient care within a hospital environment, managing a varied and often complex caseload. This position is well suited to a vet who is confident working cases up independently, while also valuing collaboration with a wider clinical team.
Although primarily based within the hospital, there may be occasional requirements to support other practice sites, so a flexible approach is important.
About You
Minimum of 4–5 years’ experience in small animal practice
Strong interest and experience in diagnostic imaging and internal medicine
Medical or imaging certification (or working towards) is desirable
Confident in managing emergency cases
Able to work up complex medical cases independently
Comfortable working in a hospital setting, with flexibility to support other sites
Competent in both routine and more advanced abdominal surgery
A team player with excellent communication skills
What We Offer
Supportive and collaborative working environment
Opportunities for further development and certification
Well-equipped hospital with advanced diagnostic facilities
Competitive salary and benefits package (dependent on experience)
Benefits
5 weeks’ annual leave plus bank holidays
Private medical insurance
3 weeks’ paid sick leave per year
RCVS fees paid
External CPD funded
Colleague discount schemes
If you are passionate about delivering excellent clinical care and developing your expertise in internal medicine and imaging, we would love to hear from you.
- Job type
- Permanent
- Posted
- 2026-03-23T00:00:00