Veterinary Surgeon (Dentistry) - Bristol
| Posting date: | 17 July 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £45,000 to £60,000 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 16 August 2025 |
| Location: | BS6 7SD |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Purosearch |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | JOB-54400-20726 |
Summary
Veterinary Dental Surgeon – Independent, 100% Dental Practice – Bristol
• 100% Focus on Dentistry – Work exclusively on first-opinion dental cases, delivering high-quality, affordable care without the distractions of general practice
• Empowered, Skilled RVN Support – Collaborate with two proactive RVNs working to their full Schedule 3 potential, including performing scale and polish procedures
• No Weekends or Out-of-Hours – Enjoy a healthy work-life balance with a fixed full-time rota (4 or 5 days), no weekend shifts, and no emergency cover
• Independent and Mission-Driven – Join a forward-thinking, independent practice leading a national movement to tackle dental disease in pets through prevention, education, and accessible treatment
• Excellent salary up to £60,000
Are you a passionate and experienced Veterinary Surgeon looking to focus on what you do best—delivering gold-standard dental care for pets?
Our client, a proudly independent and innovative small animal dental practice, is seeking a full-time Veterinary Dental Surgeon to join their mission-driven team in a popular, well-connected area of Bristol.
About the Practice
This is a 100% dedicated first-opinion dental practice, committed to transforming pet dentistry from a costly side line to an affordable, essential part of everyday pet healthcare. Led by a passionate co-founder and clinical team, the practice delivers high-quality, affordable dental care to dogs and cats, tackling the nation’s number one pet health issue: dental disease.
What Makes Them Different?
• 100% focus on dentistry: No general practice distractions—just better care and better outcomes.
• High volume of quality dental procedures: Averaging 4+ dental cases per day, including hygiene and surgical procedures.
• Empowered RVN team: Two confident and proactive Registered Veterinary Nurses working to full Schedule 3 potential, including scale and polish.
• Client education and prevention: Preventative care programs and regular teeth-brushing classes for pet owners.
• Professional development: Clear clinical development pathways, with a culture built on collaboration, autonomy, and continuous improvement—not corporate KPIs.
The Role
• Position: Full-time Veterinary Dental Surgeon (permanent, sole charge)
• Hours: 40 hours/week (choose from 5 x 8-hour days or 4 x 10-hour days)
• Schedule: No weekends, no OOH
• Support: Strong RVN support and a forward-thinking clinical culture
• Focus: 100% first-opinion dentistry, with the opportunity to lead and shape the delivery of gold-standard care
About You
We’re looking for a Veterinary Surgeon who:
• Has a minimum of 3 years' experience in small animal practice
• Is confident in and passionate about all aspects of first-opinion dentistry
• Thrives in sole charge roles with strong team support
• Is collaborative and embraces working with autonomous RVNs
• Has excellent communication skills and a genuine drive to improve pet welfare
Location: Bristol
Bristol offers the perfect blend of vibrant city living, green spaces, and access to countryside and coast. Regularly voted one of the best places to live in the UK, it’s a city known for its culture, creativity, and quality of life.
This is a rare and exciting opportunity to join a trailblazing, independent practice that’s setting new standards in pet dentistry. If you're ready to focus your skills, grow professionally, and be part of something meaningful—get in touch for an informal chat.
Let’s talk teeth!
The Package:
• Excellent salary up to £60,000 salary DOE
• CPD fully funded and encouraged, particularly in dentistry
• Opportunity to lead in a revolutionary dental-first clinic
• Career development within a fast-growing start up environment
• Supportive, empowered team environment
• Generous holiday allowance
For more information or for a confidential chat, please contact Megan on 01904 570056 or email m.pinder@purovets.com
To view all our vacancies, please visit www.purovets.com
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-54400