Veterinary Surgeon

Job Title: Veterinary Surgeon 
Salary: Up to £60,000 per annum (D.O.E)
Location: The Barn, Basingstoke - part of Linnaeus
Job Type: Permanent, Full-time  

Hours: 40 hours per week over 4 days, including 1:4 Saturdays. No OOH 
 
We are looking for a lovely vet to join our stunning practice which is full of amazing people! We are a super friendly and vibrant practice where we hope you can thrive clinically and enjoy a great work–life balance. 
 
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic Veterinary Surgeon to join our fabulous, forward-thinking family. We are a very friendly, sociable, caring and experienced team looking to always grow, learn, support and develop. 
 
Why Join Us? 

• Purpose-built veterinary practice with two surgical theatres, ample client parking and dog walking areas 
• Three fully-equipped consultation rooms and additional dedicated nurse consult room  
• Large long-standing and loyal client base  
• Modern diagnostic imaging equipment – digital radiography with bucky table, dental radiography, Mindray Vetus E7 ultrasound, endoscopy, rhinoscopy and fully equipped in-house laboratory including HeskaView digital cytology and EPOC blood analysis 
• Visiting Advanced Practitioners in cardiology and orthopaedics 
• Silver Cat Friendly and Dog friendly Accredited, with separate cat waiting areas and staff with additional cat friendly qualifications 
• Colleagues with diverse interests including general anaesthesia, general surgery, diagnostic imaging and ophthalmology 
• Highly collaborative environment with daily rounds, regular in-house training, and regular meetings (practice, vets, clinical governance, M&Ms) and in-house CPD 
• Encouragement and support to pursue certificates and further qualifications, both financially and clinically 
• As part of Mars Veterinary Health, we enjoy strong links with referral hospitals while maintaining genuine clinical freedom 

Who We Are 

• We have proudly served the local community for over 40 years, delivering high-quality veterinary care for small animals 

• We are proud to support local charities through charity fundraising events and offer work experience to inspire future veterinary professionals 

Who We’re Looking For 

• We’re seeking a well-rounded and team-oriented Veterinary Surgeon with excellent communication skills and high clinical standards 
• Enjoy a varied role combining consults and surgery 
• Interest in diagnostic imaging is desirable and basic proficiency in abdominal ultrasound is essential due to the medical caseload 
• Cardiac ultrasound experience is desirable 
• Comfortable working sole charge during some Saturdays 
• Confident making independent clinical decisions 

If you have a growth mindset, value teamwork, and are keen to progress your career in a supportive, progressive practice this could be the perfect role for you. 
 
What We Offer 

• 5 weeks holiday + bank holidays + birthday leave 

• Staff discount – 50% procedures and cost price medications 

• A structured and predictable rota with consistent day off 

• Relocation support available 

• RCVS and VDS fees paid 

• Employer contribution pension 

• Life assurance 

• E-car salary sacrifice scheme 

• Enhanced equal family leave 

• Extensive internal and fully funded external CPD 
   

About Us 
 
The Barn is part of Linnaeus, Anicura and Mars Veterinary Health, the largest family-owned veterinary company in the world. Being privately owned, we can truly be driven by our purpose, to create a better world, and think long-term as opposed to being focused solely on short-term profits. 
 
A BETTER WORLD FOR PETS starts with a better world for our people. Our Associates are over 6000 strong and empowered to speak up, step up and deliver quality services. You’ll have access to a huge network of specialists, worldwide development opportunities and an easily accessible, comprehensive wellbeing package that prioritises your physical and mental health, allowing you to focus on what you do best – care for pets. 
 
We are committed to fostering a culture that is inclusive and diverse, we care about you and want you to be authentic, with everything you need to perform at your best. We are all individual but two important things bring us together: a commitment to excellence and our passion to achieve our purpose. 
 
All applications with the relevant skills and qualifications will be carefully considered. If you need any support in completing your application or simply want to find out more about the role and our practice, please contact our Practice Director Hannah Rose (hannah.rose@barnvets.co.uk) 

To apply, please complete the quick application form below. Alternatively, for more information please contact Lissa at Lissa.Semerdak@linnaeusgroup.co.uk  or call 07523268918.

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Salary Value: £55,000 per annum;

Salary Description: Up to and depending on experience;