Equine Veterinary Surgeon

Are you an experienced Equine Vet looking for that next challenge?

We have a fantastic opportunity for a driven and experienced equine vet to join Shires Vets in Staffordshire. Shires Vets Equine in Eccleshall is expanding, and we're seeking a dedicated vet to join our dynamic team. With a focus on providing exceptional equine care, this role offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact in our growing practice.

We are a dedicated and highly knowledgeable team who balance knowledge and practical experience with the latest developments and innovative techniques. We are a progressive practice who take great pride in offering the highest level of care.

Based in Eccleshall, we cover a 30-mile radius with our own out-of-hours emergency service and offer a comprehensive range of services from pre-purchase examinations and vaccinations to advanced diagnostics - including lameness investigation and ultrasound.

We have a high level of kit for ambulatory practice, digital XR, gastroscope, respiratory scope, shock wave, laser, and each vet has their own motorised dental kit, scanners, etc.

• 5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays and Birthday Leave
• Private medical insurance
• 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
• 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
  • Free annual Flu jab
  • Cycle to work scheme

Shires Vets Equine is located in the picturesque Staffordshire market town of Eccleshall and has been part of the local community for over 80 years. Starting with just a couple of visionary veterinarians, the practice has grown to over 20 vets with separate Farm, equine, and small animal departments. We operate throughout Staffordshire and parts of Cheshire and Shropshire.

Here at Shires, we organise regular client evenings alongside nutritionists, farriers, and other industry professionals and we are often involved within our local community including sponsoring local events such as the Eccleshall Show, client education nights, and local competitions.

At Linnaeus, we are committed to supporting the physical and mental health of all our Associates. We have an amazing team of Mental Health First Aiders (MHFA) across our practices and central support office in addition to a confidential Employee Assistance Programme which is available for everyone.