Job Description

If you are a current Linnaeus Associate, you will need to apply internally. In order to do this, please contact our Talent Acquisition team (details can be found via The Link) and someone will be in touch to discuss and progress your application.

Job Title:

Medical/Hospital Veterinary Surgeon

Location:

Calder Vets Dewsbury Hospital

Hours:

40 hours per week, including 1 in 4 weekends (Days only)

Salary:

60,000 per year (Depending on experience)

Are you an experienced vet who enjoys doing high level workup?

Are you looking for your next role in a supportive environment that offers a variety of interesting cases?

If this sounds like you, then look no further than Calder Vets!

Why join us?

Join our RCVS accredited Schedule 3 hospital with the latest diagnostic tools and the opportunity to work alongside a highly skilled and experienced veterinary team Focus on high level workup and a variety of interesting medical cases, including non-routine consultations and assessments that will give you the opportunity to continuously develop in your role Provide inpatient care, making plans and carrying out assessments for our hospitalised pets Feel supported by our dedicated Night team of vets and nurses who will take over your cases at the end of the day Keen to expand your knowledge and skills? Whether this means helping you achieve a Certificate or progressing towards a Leadership role, we are here to support your ambitions!

The team

At Calder Vets we have a fantastic team across all of our sites, and we adopt a truly supportive team culture where we value collaboration and open communication. We have a large vet team and are supported by fantastic nursing and front-of-house teams, and many of our vets are working towards certificates in surgery, imaging, dermatology, cardiology and ophthalmology. We have a long established reputation for clinical excellence and are looking for a colleague who shares in our core values.

What we're looking for

Degree in Veterinary Medicine or equivalent and RCVS registration Previous experience working in a hospital environment Experience with ultrasound scanning A confident individual who enjoys all elements of their role, including medical workup, consulting and inpatient care Existing certifications would be ideal, but not essential

What we offer

5-weeks holiday plus bank holidays and birthday leave Relocation support RCVS and VDS fees paid Employer contribution pension scheme Life assurance E-car salary sacrifice scheme Enhanced equal family leave and sickness pay Wellness programme Extensive internal and funded external CPD Recruitment referral reward scheme

Calder Veterinary is part of Linnaeus 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.


At Linnaeus, 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 Calder Veterinary, Linnaeus or the role please contact our Talent Acquisition team at careers@linnaeusgroup.co.uk.


We are proud to be Linnaeus, part of Mars. Linnaeus is a forward-thinking group of highly respected primary care and specialist referral practices in the UK and Ireland. Being family owned and part of Mars Veterinary Health, the largest veterinary company in the world, allows us to focus on advancing the veterinary profession to provide industry-leading pet care and unique career opportunities for our people. Why Linnaeus? - We pride ourselves in offering high-quality excellence of service and clinical care for our clients and their pets - We lead on sustainability and collectively drive positive change for people, pets and the planet - We prioritise your mental health and wellbeing - valuing equity, diversity and inclusion - We support your personal and professional development with best-in-class career frameworks and training programmes. We will empower and support you to grow your career from day one. We team up within our Mars family in partnership for a stronger future. Linnaeus is an equal-opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. We treat each other fairly and equitably and we are committed to fostering a culture that is inclusive and diverse for all our Associates. At Linnaeus, A BETTER WORLD FOR PETS starts with a better world for our people. If you would like to apply for this role, please click the Apply Button or for more information, please feel free to reach out directly to our Talent Acquisition team at careers@linnaeusgroup.co.uk