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Veterinary Surgeon

British Veterinary LGBT+

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Job summary

A well-established independent veterinary practice in Surrey is seeking an experienced Veterinary Surgeon to join their friendly team on a full-time basis. The role offers a competitive salary starting from £45,000, a balanced mix of consulting and surgery, and emphasizes work-life balance and clinician wellbeing. The ideal candidate should have RCVS registration and at least 3 years of small animal experience. With no on-call duties, this is an excellent opportunity for confident clinicians passionate about patient care.

Benefits

Competitive salary
CPD allowance and leave
Annual leave uplift incentive
Discretionary annual bonus
Focus on clinician wellbeing

Qualifications

  • Confident in routine consultations and surgical procedures.
  • Passionate about patient welfare and excellent client care.
  • Strong communicator who enjoys working as part of a team.

Responsibilities

  • Deliver high-quality, evidence-based veterinary care.
  • Work a well-structured rota promoting work-life balance.
  • Participate in inpatient care and a balanced mix of consulting and surgery.

Skills

High-quality evidence-based care
Strong communication
Surgical procedures
Routine consultations
Team collaboration

Education

RCVS registration
3+ years small animal experience
Job description

An established, independent small animal practice in the Surrey area is seeking an experienced Veterinary Surgeon to join its friendly, supportive and highly collaborative team on a full-time, permanent basis. This is an excellent opportunity for a confident clinician who enjoys delivering high-quality, evidence-based care while building strong, long-term client relationships.

The Role:

The successful candidate will join a welcoming and experienced clinical team, working a well-structured rota designed to support a healthy work–life balance.

  • Full-time, 40 hours per week, worked across four 10-hour shifts
  • Weekday hours: 8:30am–6:30pm, including a paid 30-minute lunch break
  • 1 in 3 Saturdays (8:00am–4:00pm), with a full weekday off in lieu
  • No out-of-hours or on-call duties
  • Inpatient care provided at an alternative site during weekdays
  • A balanced mix of consulting and surgery, with at least one dedicated surgery day per week

The practice is well equipped with modern facilities including laser therapy, ultrasound (cardiac and linear probes), dental X-ray, wireless radiography and video otoscopy, enabling clinicians to work cases up thoroughly and confidently.

About the Candidate:

This role would suit a Veterinary Surgeon who is:

  • RCVS registered
  • Ideally with 3+ years’ small animal experience
  • Confident in routine consultations and surgical procedures
  • A strong communicator who enjoys working as part of a team
  • Passionate about patient welfare and excellent client care
  • A GDP adviser (desirable but not essential)
Salary & Benefits:
  • Competitive salary from £45,000+, depending on experience
  • £1,500 CPD allowance plus 4 days’ CPD leave, with scope for increased support towards a certificate
  • RCVS, VDS and one additional professional membership paid
  • 5 weeks’ annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with long service
  • Option to purchase up to one additional week of annual leave
  • 20% annual leave uplift incentive for taking leave during quieter periods
  • Eligible for a discretionary annual bonus of up to 5%, based on practice performance
  • Strong emphasis on work–life balance and clinician wellbeing
Why This Role?

This is an ideal opportunity for a Veterinary Surgeon seeking the autonomy and culture of an independent practice, combined with the clinical depth and support of a referral-level hospital nearby. With structured rotas, no out-of-hours, modern facilities and genuine investment in professional development, this role offers a rewarding and sustainable long-term career path.

You must be a qualified Veterinary Surgeon and eligible to register with the RCVS to be considered for this role.

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