Job Description

Luna the Dental Vets - Veterinary Surgeon job description

With a 100% focus on first-opinion dental care, Luna the Dental Vets is a unique independent small animal practice based in a popular, well-connected area of Bristol, and is now seeking an experienced Veterinary Surgeon to join its passionate, forward-thinking team.

This is a sole charge, full-time position, working closely with two confident and proactive RVNs who are fully empowered to support the delivery of exceptional clinical care.

Luna the Dental Vets

Co-founded by veterinary entrepreneur Dr Joe Inglis, Luna is on a mission to tackle dental disease in dogs and cats, which is the number one health issue affecting the nation's pets, by making high-quality dental care more accessible and affordable. Driven by Joe and a passionate clinical team, Luna is transforming dentistry for pet from being an over-priced sideline in general practice to a fundamental and affordable part of routine pet care for all pet parents.

Why is Luna different?

By focusing 100% on dentistry, Luna offers two clear advantages over traditional general practice: better quality of care and lower cost for clients.

The successful candidate will be joining a practice that:

Carries out 4 or more dentals per day, with a mix of routine hygiene procedures and therapeutic surgical dentals Runs preventative care programmes, including the Luna Dental Health Club, and regular teeth brushing classes for pet owners Supports RVNs working to their full Schedule 3 potential, including scale and polish procedures Offers clear clinical development pathways for all staff Prioritises collaboration, autonomy, and continuous improvement over corporate targets

The role

This is a permanent, full-time position with:

40 hours per week (5 x 8-hour days or 4 x 10 hours) No weekends or out-of-hours Sole charge responsibility, with strong RVN support 100% dentistry Opportunities to shape and lead in the delivery of gold-standard dental care
Applicants should have:

A minimum of 3 years' experience in small animal practice Confidence in and passion for all aspects of first-opinion dentistry A team-focused mindset, ready to collaborate with and support autonomous RVNs Excellent communication skills and a genuine passion for improving pet welfare
What's on offer:

Up to 65,000 salary (depending on experience) CPD fully funded and encouraged, particularly in dentistry Opportunity to lead in a revolutionary dental-first clinic Career development within a fast-growing start-up environment Supportive, empowered team environment No weekend or out-of-hours work Practice located in a thriving and desirable part of Bristol
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 55,000.00-65,000.00 per year

Ability to commute/relocate:

Bristol BS6 7SD: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):

Are you a vet with a strong interest in first-opinion dentistry and the skills to manage a wide range of dental cases on a sole-charge basis?
Experience:

Veterinary: 3 years (preferred)
Licence/Certification:

RCVS (required)
Work Location: In person

Reference ID: Luna Bristol Vet