Senior Veterinary Surgeon

Are you a registered Veterinary Surgeon with a passion for supporting dog welfare in a charity setting?

We are looking for a

What does this role do?

In this role, you'll:

• Coordinate requests for veterinary guidance and advice via email and phone.
• Be responsible for delivering and managing individual projects and the development of SOPs where necessary, under the supervision of the accountable Veterinary Surgeon Managers and Senior Clinical Veterinary Manager.
• Using professional knowledge to provide veterinary information and guidance to the other departments within Dogs Trust.
• Build and manage relationships with the rehoming centres, centre veterinary practices, transfer hubs, referral centres and out-of-hours providers.
• Supporting the operations, RC and transfer teams with decision-making regarding suitability, biosecurity and safety for dogs to enter Dogs Trust’s care.

Please note, this role is a fixed term contract for one year.

Could this be you?

To be successful in this role, you'll be a registered MRCVS with considerable experience in decision making within a diverse range of small animal practice situations. You'll have excellent and professional communication skills to deliver information clearly and be able to develop good working relationships on an individual basis, and as part of a team. You will be confident working sole charge for consultations and have efficient administration and organisational experience. You'll be committed to the aims and values of Dogs Trust and have a willingness to travel as required for the organisation.

About Dogs Trust

We love dogs. That’s why we do whatever we can to make sure every four-legged friend gets the love they deserve. We’ll never put a healthy dog down, so our work is focused on helping dogs in need, supporting owners every step of the walk, and creating a better world for dogs in the future. It’s what we’ve been doing since 1891 and how we’ve grown to become the UK’s leading dog charity, helping 12,000 loyal friends find their forever homes every year.

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Dogs are incredibly diverse, much like the humans that love them! At Dogs Trust we value diversity, and we're committed to fostering an inclusive culture. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, abilities, and cultures and believe that a diverse workforce helps us to achieve our mission. Our colleague networks give our people a voice, acting as vehicles for real and meaningful change within Dogs Trust. We truly want to see every candidate shine throughout the entire job application process, interview stages, and during their time with us. If there's anything on your mind or any adjustments you may need, don't hesitate to reach out to us. Feel free to send us an email at

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