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

: Veterinary Surgeon

Location

: My Pets Vets, Leigh, WN7 3GP

Hours

: 40 hours per week, 08:30am to 6:30pm, 1:5 weekends

Salary

: Up to 55,000 (Depending on experience)

Join us at My Pets Vets, where you can do the work you love in an advanced practice, surrounded by a great team!

Why join us?

Take on a varied small animal caseload, allowing you to solve complex cases, carry out consultations and investigations. Deliver high-quality clinical care as part of a tight-knit team including RCVS advanced practitioners, nurses and patient care assistants. Feel supported by always working with other vets on-site. Join a well-equipped hospital with all the latest tools, ranging from referral level ultrasound scanners to in-house lab machinery. Supportive team culture where we value collaboration, open communication, and looking out for each other. Enjoy a truly pet-friendly environment - employees are welcome to bring their pets to work.

About Us

Located conveniently between Manchester and Liverpool, we are an RCVS Accredited Hospital proudly holding Gold Cat Friendly, Silver Rabbit Friendly, and Dog Friendly status too! Our forward-thinking team is passionate about delivering outstanding care to both patients and clients, and we are committed to supporting your career progression through a variety of CPD opportunities, including certificates and advanced training. Our facilities include a Nurse Training Centre, an onsite Hydrotherapy and Rehabilitation Centre with a physiotherapist, and Class IV Laser Therapy. We are equipped with high-quality ultrasound machines, modern bronchoscope and gastroscope, as well as comprehensive diagnostic tools such as biochemistry, haematology, blood gas analysis, and SediVue diagnostics. Additionally, we offer direct radiography and have seven consult rooms, including separate areas for dogs, cats, rabbits, ICU, and isolation kennels, all designed to support excellent patient care in a professional and welcoming environment.

What We're Looking For

RCVS-registered Veterinary Surgeon Ideally 2 years of experience in the role Confidence working in a busy practice with both medical and surgical skills Able to clearly explain diagnoses, prognoses, and treatment options to concerned pet owners A calm, composed team player who thrives in a fast-paced environment A proactive, collaborative mindset that contributes to a positive team culture and exceptional client care

What we offer

5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays and Birthday Leave RCVS and VDS fees paid External CPD funded Extensive free online Linnaeus CPD program Career progression opportunities Staff discount schemes Life Assurance Enhanced sickness pay and Enhanced equal family leave E-car salary sacrifice scheme Employer contribution pension scheme Recruitment referral reward scheme Wellness program including: Employee assistance program, Eyecare voucher scheme , and Free annual Flu jab Cycle to work scheme

My Pets Vets 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.


If you would like to apply for the role or for an informal chat to discuss it further, please get in touch with Camilla in the recruitment team at camilla.saccucci@linnaeusgroup.co.uk


#LI-CS1 #LI-Onsite


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