Job Description
Veterinary Surgeon – Advanced Surgery & Orthopaedics
Location: South London
Salary: £60,000+ DOE
Hours: 37 hours per week | 1:4 weekends
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Red Sector Recruitment is delighted to be working exclusively with a high-quality, independent veterinary practice in South London, currently seeking an experienced Veterinary Surgeon with advanced surgical and orthopaedic expertise.
This is a standout opportunity to join a genuinely independent practice, where clinical freedom, case continuity and investment in people are truly prioritised. The role is ideally suited to a confident surgeon who enjoys managing complex cases and wants to work in an environment that values expertise, autonomy and progression.
The Role
This position offers a strong surgical caseload with a particular emphasis on advanced soft tissue surgery and orthopaedics. You will be a key clinical figure within the practice, contributing not only through hands-on surgical work but also by supporting clinical standards and mentoring where appropriate.
Key responsibilities include:
* Managing and performing advanced soft tissue and orthopaedic procedures
* Delivering gold-standard preventive, diagnostic and medical care
* Confidently treating complex and emergency cases
* Building trusted relationships with clients through excellent communication
* Working collaboratively within a close-knit, supportive clinical and support team
The practice values quality over quantity, allowing vets the time and resources to practise to a high clinical standard.
About You
* RCVS-registered Veterinary Surgeon
* Proven experience or a strong clinical focus in advanced surgery and orthopaedics
* Comfortable managing a varied and interesting caseload
* Excellent communication skills and a team-first mindset
* Willingness to participate in a 1:4 weekend rota
* Certificates or working towards further qualifications in surgery, orthopaedics or ECC would be highly desirable but not essential.
What’s on Offer
In return, our independent client offers an excellent and genuinely supportive package, including:
1. Salary from £60,000+ DOE
2. Quarterly recognition payments
3. Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
4. Income protection
5. Electric car scheme
6. Employee benefits and discount platform
7. Health and wellbeing support services
8. Funded professional memberships
9. Generous staff surgery discounts
10. CPD allowance with strong support for advanced clinical development
11. 25 days annual leave plus