Overview
Join to apply for the Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal role at IVC Evidensia. Salary up to £65,000 DOE. Welcome Bonus up to £1,000. Relocation Allowance up to £8,000.
Haverfordwest, Pembrokeshire | Full-time, Part-time, or Job Share. The Oak Veterinary Group is recruiting a Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon to join a friendly and progressive team in Pembrokeshire.
The Oak Veterinary Group prioritises professional and personal development. You’ll have support and freedom to grow your skills, explore clinical interests, and benefit from a collaborative team that values confidence-building and knowledge-sharing. Whether you’re early in your career or bringing years of experience, we’ll support you every step of the way.
Where You’ll Work
Our primary site is in Haverfordwest, with opportunities to rotate through our branches in Fishguard and St David’s—all nestled along the Pembrokeshire coastline. The region offers natural beauty, including coastal paths, beaches, and harbours.
Our Facilities
Haverfordwest: Surgery, dentistry, in-house lab, ultrasound, radiography, and endoscopy. Fishguard: Surgery, Consults. A dedicated rehab centre on this site includes an aquatic treadmill, physiotherapy, acupuncture, laser & massage therapy, internal lab, and surgical suite.
Our Team
You’ll join a talented and supportive group of:
* 1 Head Vet, 5 Vets (including an Advanced Practitioner in Small Animal Surgery and an Exotics Cert holder)
* 4 RVNs & 4 SVNs
* Practice Manager, Reception Coordinator & Support Team
We regularly perform advanced soft tissue and orthopaedic surgeries in-house, offer acupuncture, and support ongoing development—including via the IVC Evidensia Graduate Scheme.
Rota & Flexibility
We offer genuine flexibility with patterns to suit your lifestyle—full-time, part-time, or job share all considered.
* Hours: 8:30am–7:00pm weekdays with up to an hour lunch break
* Saturdays: 8:30am–1:30pm on rota
* OOH: External provider, with some inpatient care support as needed
We understand how important work-life balance is and strive to ensure our vets have time for life outside of practice. Whether it’s the school run or condensed hours, we’re here to make it work for you.
Culture & Perks
Friendly, effective team with regular socials (team building days, Christmas parties, and more!).
* Stunning location for outdoor lovers—beaches, hiking, water sports, and more
* Welcoming environment for experienced vets or those still finding their niche
* Interest in orthopaedics or surgery? We’ll help you develop it!
We recognise that our people are fundamental to our success. In addition to a competitive base salary, you will benefit from:
Benefits by Category
* Work-life balance: 6.6 weeks annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays) – increasing with length of service; additional holiday entitlement for your birthday
* Wellbeing: Private Medical Insurance; Employee Assistance Programme; enhanced family-friendly policies; wellbeing initiatives
* Development: £1,250 CPD allowance with 37.5 hours paid CPD leave (part-time pro rata); certificate support; access to IVC Evidensia Academy; Vetlexicon; research funding; Care Fund (£1,250 per annum, pro rata)
* Infection Prevention and Control Programme; Quality Improvement Programme
* Professional Memberships: BVA; VDS cover; RCVS fees
* Colleague Benefits: Company pension; Cycle to Work and Green Cars schemes; voluntary benefits; retailer discounts; staff discounted treatment for your own pets
Salary: up to £65,000 per year (DOE).
Seniority level
* Entry level
Employment type
* Part-time
Job function
* Health Care Provider
* Industries: Veterinary Services
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