Veterinary Surgeon – Small Animal
Location: Parkvets, Sidcup, Kent (London, England, United Kingdom)
Salary: up to £65,000 DOE
Relocation allowance up to £2,000
About the role
As a Veterinary Surgeon at Parkvets, you will contribute to clinical freedom, flexibility and career development. You will collaborate with colleagues to deliver excellent outcomes, manage surgical cases once every two weeks, and participate in round‑robin second‑on‑call duties across the hospital and branches.
Responsibilities
* Provide primary and specialist medical care to small animal patients.
* Perform elective and emergency surgical procedures (≈ 2 surgeries per month).
* Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams (medicine, surgery, dentistry, etc.).
* Participate in on‑call rota (1 in 4 weekends) and early/late shifts.
* Engage in case collaboration, CPD and quality improvement programmes.
Qualification & Expectations
* Graduated DVM equivalent, GP vet with surgical experience.
* Confidence in independent clinical decision making.
* Strong communication and teamwork skills.
* Passion for veterinary care and commitment to CPD.
Benefits & Perks
* 6.6 weeks annual leave plus birthday off (pro‑rated).
* Private medical insurance.
* Enhanced family‑friendly leave (maternity/paternity/adoption/surrogacy).
* Cycle to Work scheme.
* Well‑being initiatives, non‑accidental injury support.
* £1,250 CPD allowance with 5 days paid pro‑rated.
* Certificate and advanced learning support.
* Access to Vetlexicon online resources.
* Research funding opportunities.
* £1,250 annual Care Fund for vets.
* Infection Prevention and Control Programme.
* Quality Improvement Programme.
* BVA membership.
* VDS cover.
* Pawsome Benefits – retail discounts and cashback.
* Pension – 5 % employee / 3 % employer contribution.
* Discounted staff pet care.
Schedule
Full‑time (40 h over 4 days) or part‑time. Early shifts (7:30 am) and late shifts (10:30 am) with a mix across hospital and branches. Second‑on‑call duties and 1 in 4 weekend shifts.
How to Apply
Apply today or contact us for an informal confidential chat. Email or call as listed on our website.
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