Lloyd & Cowan are seeking an experienced Veterinary Surgeon to join a well-established, standalone practice in Lytham, Lancashire. With a low staff turnover, a fantastic team culture, and a strong focus on work-life balance, this is an ideal role for someone looking for long-term stability in a supportive environment.
The Role:
- Monday to Friday only – No weekend work, bank holidays, or OOH
- Full-time position, but part-time options available
- Operations finished by 1:30 pm, with protected lunch breaks
- Opportunities to develop interests, including orthopaedics, dentistry, and mentoring
- Future potential for a 1 in 3 Saturday rota (9 am – 12 pm) if weekend openings are introduced
Why Join This Practice?
- Longstanding, supportive team – Many staff have been with the practice for over 7 years
- Close-knit, family feel – Team social events and dog-friendly hikes
- Daily team meetings – Space to discuss cases or just have a catch-up
- Excellent transport links – Opposite the train station, making commuting easy
- Prime location – Just 5 minutes from the beach and under 90 minutes to Manchester & Liverpool
State-of-the-Art Facilities:
- Spacious, well-equipped standalone practice with 3 consult rooms & separate x-ray suite
- Dental X-ray available, with nurses scaling, probing, and polishing to streamline workflows
- Ongoing development of orthopaedic services (TPLOs & cruciate repairs)
- Strong focus on mentoring and developing new grads & nurses
What’s on Offer?
- Salary up to £60,000 (FTE, DOE)
- 5.6 weeks holiday, increasing with service
- Private healthcare contribution & Life Assurance (4x salary)
- Contributory pension scheme
- RCVS, BVA & VDS fees paid
- Dedicated CPD allowance & certificate funding/support
- Employee discounts
This is an excellent opportunity to work in a friendly, forward-thinking practice that truly values its team. If you're an experienced vet looking for a great work-life balance with no weekends submit your application today via Apply or send your CV to nicola@lloydandcowan.com
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