Equine Veterinary Surgeon

Equine Veterinary Surgeon – Lincolnshire Competitive salary up to £65,000 with excellent benefits, including funded CPD, RCVS/BEVA fees, and support for certificate study High-quality, varied equine caseload spanning sports medicine, reproduction, lameness, medicine, and ambulatory work Well-equipped, independent practice with digital imaging, shockwave, endoscopy, PRP, in-house lab, and strong clinical support Flexible working options, including a condensed four-day week, plus a one-in-four out-of-hours rota Opportunity to influence a growing practice, including involvement in plans for a new purpose-built facility A well-established and proudly independent equine practice in Lincolnshire is seeking a full-time Veterinary Surgeon to join their growing team. Situated just 16 miles from the beautiful cathedral city of Lincoln, the practice provides a diverse and stimulating caseload across Lincolnshire and Nottinghamshire, serving leisure, sports, and professional competition horse owners. This role is ideal for candidates with two to three years of clinical equine experience, particularly in first opinion work, medicine, lameness investigations, and stud work. Recent graduates with a keen interest in developing their skills in these areas are also encouraged to apply. About the Practice The practice combines ambulatory services with clinic-based care and boasts excellent diagnostic and surgical facilities, including: Digital X-ray and ultrasound Dental equipment Shockwave therapy and PRP Gastroscopy and endoscopy In-house laboratory The team works collaboratively with specialist referral centres, visiting experts, and advanced laboratories to provide gold-standard veterinary care. Experienced, proactive support staff ensure smooth daily operations, allowing veterinary surgeons to focus on delivering outstanding care. The Role The successful candidate will enjoy a varied and interesting caseload, including: Preventative healthcare Reproduction services Medical, orthopaedic, and poor performance investigations Standing surgical procedures This position is well-suited to candidates with at least two to three years’ of equine experience, particularly those with a flair for sports medicine and/or reproduction. Key Responsibilities Deliver confident, compassionate, and high-quality clinical care to horses and clients Participate in a one-in-four out-of-hours rota (evenings and weekends) Work collaboratively within a small but growing team Maintain high professional standards in line with RCVS and VMD requirements Demonstrate strong organisational skills and a flexible approach to a dynamic workload Candidate Requirements Full registration with the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) Full UK Driving License Inclusive, respectful, and friendly attitude towards colleagues Commitment to excellent patient and client care Benefits & Package Competitive salary up to £65,000 Generous benefits including birthday leave, professional development allowance, and paid seminar attendance Support for certificate enrolment for the right candidate RCVS registration and BEVA membership fees paid Practice car provided (with potential private use by agreement) Flexible working arrangements, including a condensed four-day working week Short-term shared accommodation available to support relocation Open to visa sponsorship Working Hours Standard: 4 days, 8am – 6pm (practice closes at 5pm) One set weeknight One in four weekends (ambulatory, not on-site) This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward-thinking, independent practice committed to excellent care, professional development, and a sustainable work-life balance. The successful candidate will play a key role in shaping the future of the practice, including upcoming plans for a purpose-built facility. Contact For more information or for a confidential chat, please contact Will on 01904 570056 or email w.kovach-ward@purovets.com To view all our vacancies, please visit https://purovets.com/veterinary-jobs/ And don't forget, if this position is of no interest to you but you know someone who may be interested, please pass on our details. We offer £250 * for every successful candidate referral. *Terms and conditions apply. Ref no: JOB-56360 #J-18808-Ljbffr