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Senior Veterinarian with Surgery

On-site in Madrid·Full-time·Added 4 days ago (last checked 9 Nov)

Agency
The Vet Office

312 open roles

Our summary

Salary
Up to €35,000 a year

About €2,200 a month after tax.

Hours
Rotating shifts · Includes weekends
Work mode
On-site, Madrid
Contract
Full-time
Spanish
Expected (ad in Spanish)
Experience
Senior level
Education
University degree

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Skills

This job advert was originally written in Spanish.

Requirements

What we're looking for

  • Degree/Licentiate in Veterinary Medicine, with a recognized qualification and authorization to practice in Spain.
  • Senior profile, with consolidated experience in small animal clinics.
  • Demonstrable experience and autonomy in soft tissue surgery.
  • Good clinical judgment and the ability to manage cases independently.
  • Ability to work in a team, organizational skills, and patient-oriented approach.
  • Availability to start in the short term.

Nice to have

  • Knowledge in ultrasound and diagnostic imaging will be valued.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

  • Stable position in a consolidated veterinary clinic.
  • Salary of up to €35,000 gross per year, negotiable based on experience, training, and surgical autonomy. Especially suitable profiles may be valued.
  • Joining a recently renovated, modern, and fully equipped clinic.
  • Cat Friendly certified center, with special attention to feline welfare.
  • High caseload and opportunities for development in surgery and other clinical areas.
  • Working alongside a consolidated professional team.
  • Possibility of continuing to expand knowledge through clinical practice and multidisciplinary work.

The role

We are looking for a Senior Veterinarian with experience in Soft Tissue Surgery to join a veterinary clinic located in Rivas-Vaciamadrid (Madrid), recently renovated, with modern facilities, high caseload, and a consolidated professional team.

An excellent opportunity for veterinarians seeking stability, clinical autonomy, and professional development, working in a center certified as Cat Friendly, with advanced equipment, a variety of clinical cases, and a salary of up to €35,000 gross per year, negotiable based on experience.

What you'll do

  • Providing consultations in general, internal, and preventive medicine for small animals.
  • Performing soft tissue surgeries, including routine procedures and other interventions depending on experience.
  • Diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up of clinical cases.
  • Performing and interpreting diagnostic tests, especially radiology and ultrasound.
  • Patient monitoring in day hospitalization.
  • Coordinated work with the veterinary team and the different services of the clinic.

How you'll work

  • Rotating morning and afternoon shifts.
  • One week of mornings.
  • One week of afternoons.
  • One Saturday every three, from 10:00 to 20:00 h.

Specific morning and afternoon shift schedules will be detailed during the selection process.

Hiring process

Start date: Preferably immediate or in the short term.

Interested parties please send CV to: talent@thevetoffice.com

Subject: Senior Veterinarian Surgery - Rivas-Vaciamadrid

About The Vet Office

The Vet Office is a specialized veterinary recruitment agency operating across Spain, connecting veterinary professionals with clinics and hospitals nationwide. The company focuses exclusively on the veterinary sector, placing veterinarians, veterinary technicians, and support staff in roles ranging from emergency and internal medicine to imaging, surgery, and exotic animal care. Their platform serves as a dedicated bridge between veterinary talent and Spanish animal health employers, with a strong emphasis on the Spanish market.

The Vet Office has built a reputation as the go-to recruitment partner for veterinary professionals in Spain, with a presence across the country from Barcelona and Madrid to Valencia, Seville, and Bilbao. For international professionals, the company offers a direct entry point into the Spanish veterinary job market, with roles that frequently require Spanish language skills and often include relocation support, such as accommodation assistance in cities like Melilla. Their roles span from clinical positions to remote consultancy work, making them a relevant option for vets looking to practice in Spain.

Industry
Veterinary recruitment

In their own words

About the company & team

Veterinary clinic located in Rivas-Vaciamadrid (Madrid), recently renovated and equipped to offer comprehensive care for small animals.

The center features surgery services, ultrasound, day hospitalization, and different specialized services, allowing for work with a wide and varied caseload.

An opportunity to join a modern clinic, with a high caseload, surgical autonomy, and salary conditions adapted to professional experience.

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