Full job descriptionVeterinary surgeonDOV CD0122Veterinary surgeon*On Site

*5 Delven Lane, Castle Donington, Derbyshire, United Kingdom, DE74 2LJ

*First Opinion

*Permanent

*Dovecote Veterinary Hospital (Castle Donington)

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First Opinion Veterinary Surgeon - Dovecote Veterinary Hospital, Castle DoningtonFull-Time | Permanent | Competitive Salary + Benefits | CVS Group
Are you looking for a fresh opportunity within a supportive hospital setting that offers clinical variety, professional growth, and a supportive management team?
At Dovecote Veterinary Hospital, we’re looking for a full-time First Opinion Veterinary Surgeon to join our team as we further develop and grow our first opinion service within a thriving multidisciplinary hospital.
This is a fantastic opportunity to work in an environment where general practice, referral care, and out-of-hours services operate seamlessly under one roof.
Why Choose Dovecote?Dovecote is an RCVS-accredited veterinary hospital based in Castle Donington, with excellent transport links to Derby, Nottingham, and Leicester. We’re proud to house:
A dynamic first opinion team with a varied caseload

A leading referral service, including internal medicine, orthopaedics, soft tissue surgery, ophthalmology, and a flagship neurology and neurosurgery department

A dedicated MiNight emergency and out-of-hours team ensuring continuity of care

A large, highly skilled team of Registered Veterinary Nurses and support staff working across all departments to deliver outstanding patient care
You’ll be part of a genuinely collaborative and friendly team where knowledge-sharing and patient-focused care are at the heart of everything we do.
What’s in it for You?Competitive salary, dependent on experience

Full-time hours with a balanced rota and limited weekend commitments (4-hour shift, 1 in 4 Saturdays) and no night work thanks to our dedicated in-house out-of-hours team

Supportive clinical leadership and career development opportunities

Generous CPD allowance, including funding for certificates

CVS employee benefits, including: Enhanced Maternity, Adoption and Paternity Pay

Company Sharesave Scheme

Staff discount across CVS practices

Health Shield Cash Plan

Access to our Employee Assistance Programme
Whether you’re looking to take the next step in your first opinion career or bring your experience to help shape a growing service, we’d love to hear from you.
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