Salary up to £75,000 DOE, welcome bonus up to £5,000 and relocation allowance up to £5,000
Looking for a new role? Join us at AlphaVets, a well‑established dual‑site practice with locations in Langstone and Risca, offering a senior, hybrid role that combines clinical work with leadership responsibilities. This position provides the opportunity to drive clinical excellence, mentor colleagues, and help shape the strategic direction of the practice, while maintaining a varied clinical caseload. With modern, well‑equipped facilities across both sites and a strong focus on clinical freedom and flexibility, the practice offers exposure to advanced procedures including orthopaedics and laparoscopy, within a supportive and collaborative team environment.
IVC Evidensia is the UK and Europe’s leading veterinary care group, made up of over 900 practices and referral hospitals, united by a shared purpose of happier animals, happier owners.
At IVC Evidensia, we believe careers should be built without limits. Our people are supported to make more clinical impact, access more career opportunities, and play an active role in their local and professional communities. Through investment in learning, innovation, and wellbeing, we create environments where our teams can grow in confidence, capability, and fulfilment-at every stage of their career.
How You’ll Make a Difference
As a Primary Care Veterinary Surgeon, you’ll work collaboratively with the wider practice team to deliver a high standard of patient and client care across a varied and rewarding caseload.
You’ll continue to develop your clinical skills and interests while sharing your knowledge and experience with colleagues, contributing positively to the clinical culture of the practice. You’ll be an integral member of the clinical team, delivering excellent care and supporting the ongoing development of those around you.
Key Responsibilities
* Deliver high‑quality clinical care across consultations, surgery, and inpatient management
* Provide clinical leadership, mentoring, and support to the wider team
* Contribute to case discussions, clinical decision‑making, and team development
* Support the ongoing growth, performance, and strategic direction of the practice
* Work collaboratively across both sites to ensure continuity of care
Working Pattern
* Full‑time role across 4 or 5 days per week
* 1 day off per week
* 1 in 5 Saturday rota (8:00 am - 12:30 pm)
* Split working between Langstone and Risca
You Might Be a Great Fit If...
You are a confident and motivated veterinary surgeon who enjoys working as part of a team and is committed to delivering high‑quality patient and client care. You’ll bring:
* A Veterinary degree and registration (or eligibility to register) with the RCVS
* Experience working in clinical practice with growing confidence in routine medical and surgical cases
* Strong communication skills and the ability to build effective relationships with clients and colleagues
* A proactive approach to learning, with openness to feedback and development
* Professionalism, reliability, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively
How We’ll Support You
* Clear career pathways with progression opportunities across primary care, referral, leadership, and specialist roles
* Funded learning and development including CPD allowance and access to IVC academy training centres & role‑relevant courses
* £1,250 annual Care Fund for every vet
* Access to mentors, regional clinical coaches, and peer networks
* Support to develop clinical interests and expand your capabilities
* A collaborative, values‑led culture focused on care, community, and continuous improvement
What We Offer Our Team
* 6.8 weeks’ holiday including bank holidays
* Private medical insurance
* Enhanced family leave and pay across maternity, paternity, adoption and surrogacy
* BVA membership, VDS cover & RCVS fees
* Cycle to Work and Green Car schemes (eligibility applies)
* Retail discounts and cashback offers
* Reduced‑cost veterinary care for your own pets
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