Veterinary Surgeon – Small Animal
Salary up to £65,000 DOE and Relocation Allowance up to £5,000
Are you looking for a veterinary role that is both fulfilling and inspiring? At Cambridge Veterinary Group, we’re excited to welcome a new colleague to our well‑established, friendly practice in one of the UK's most vibrant and historic cities. Whether you’re eager to grow your clinical skills or simply want to be part of a collaborative, caring team, this could be the perfect next step in your career.
Modern Facilities with a Personal Touch
We are a medium‑sized, single‑site small animal practice dedicated to delivering high‑quality, personalised care to a loyal and varied client base. Our facilities are thoughtfully designed with both patients and the team in mind: three spacious consulting rooms, a dedicated prep area, vivaria for reptiles and birds, an isolation unit, a fully equipped theatre, and an imaging suite.
Our diagnostic and treatment tools include main beam and dental X‑ray, flexible and rigid endoscopes, a video otoscope and VetPump, ultrasound, cryopen, K‑laser, a Doppler blood‑pressure monitor, capnograph, multiparameter monitor, and a fully equipped internal lab. We also have a dedicated puppy paddock and training school to support early socialisation.
A Varied Caseload That Keeps Things Interesting
Our patients include cats, dogs and a wide variety of exotic species, making every day different. The role offers a good mix of consulting and surgery, with just over half your time spent with clients and their pets. Surgical work usually covers routine procedures and staged dentistry; complex cases are managed with the support of excellent local referral centres.
A Team That Has Your Back
You'll be joining a close‑knit team of seven vets, eight RVNs and nine support staff. Our vet team includes certificate holders in Advanced Veterinary Diagnostic Imaging, Small Animal Medicine and Exotic Animal Medicine. The nursing team plays a vital role in patient care, running clinics in preventative healthcare, nutrition, senior pet support and wellness checks. We place a strong emphasis on teamwork, collaboration and continuous learning, with regular clinical meetings, case discussions, M&M reviews and the expertise of a visiting ophthalmology professor.
A Practice Recognised for Excellence
We are RCVS accredited as a Small Animal General Practice, hold Chicken Vet accreditation, Bronze ISFM Cat Friendly Clinic status and Silver RWAF Rabbit‑Friendly Practice recognition. We have also been named one of the Top 3 Vets in Cambridge by Three Best Rated for three consecutive years (2022‑2024).
Part of the Community
Community is at the heart of what we do. We work closely with organisations such as Cats Protection and the RSPCA to support animal welfare across the wider area.
Fix or Flex – Work Life Balance That Works for You
This is a full‑time position of four 10‑hour days, a mixture of consults and surgery, with a shared weekend rota (Saturday morning consultations) and responsibility for any inpatient care over the weekend. An hour’s lunch break is scheduled with consults finishing 30 minutes before the end of the day. Out‑of‑hours care is provided by a local centre; there is no on‑call. A part‑time role would also be considered for the right candidate.
Discover Life in Cambridge
Cambridge is a vibrant, historic city known for its world‑class university, stunning architecture and rich cultural heritage. With charming cobbled streets, scenic green spaces and the tranquil River Cam, the city offers an outstanding quality of life and excellent travel links to London, airports and the wider country via the M11, A14/M6 and M1.
Benefits
* Work‑life balance – 6.6 weeks annual leave, inclusive of bank holidays; additional holiday for your birthday.
* Wellbeing – Private medical insurance, employee assistance programme (24/7 confidential helpline), enhanced family‑friendly policies (maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay).
* Development – £1,250 CPD allowance with 40 hours paid CPD leave, certificate support, learning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia Academy, access to Vetlexicon online encyclopedia, research funding for all vets, and £1,250 per annum Care Fund.
* Professional Memberships – BVA membership; VDS cover.
* Colleague Benefits – Company pension scheme (IVC Evidensia contribution), Cycle‑to‑Work and Green Cars schemes, voluntary benefits and discounts for hundreds of retailers, discounted treatment for your own pets at an IVC Evidensia practice.
Responsibilities
* Provide high‑quality clinical care to cats, dogs and exotic species, balancing consulting and surgical duties.
* Participate in a shared weekend rota and manage inpatient care as required.
* Maintain strong teamwork and continuous learning through case discussions, clinical meetings and M&M reviews.
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