Salary: Up to £65,000 per annum (depending on experience)
Job Type: Permanent – Full-time (open to part-time applicants)
Hours: 40 hours per week over 4 days, 1 in 4 Saturdays (8am–4pm), No OOH
About the Role
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Veterinary Surgeon to join a progressive small animal practice in Surrey.
If you’re looking to develop your skills in a purpose-built, well-equipped clinic that prioritises both patient care and team wellbeing, this could be the perfect role for you.
The Practice
This modern, purpose-built practice offers 24-hour inpatient emergency care, ensuring continuity of cases and an excellent standard of treatment for every patient.
You’ll have access to cutting-edge diagnostic and surgical facilities, including digital radiography, ultrasound, endoscopy, in-house lab equipment, laparoscopic spay kit, and a fully operational orthopaedic and soft tissue surgery suite — offering fantastic potential to expand your surgical caseload.
The practice is a Gold Standard Cat Friendly Clinic, with separate waiting areas, consult rooms, and wards to ensure a calm and stress-free environment for feline patients.
With the majority of clients insured, you’ll have the freedom to provide the highest standard of case management and care.
The Team
You’ll be joining a close-knit, supportive team of experienced vets and nurses, backed by a fantastic group of client care and animal care assistants.
The practice is located close to local amenities, including a gym, coffee shop, and green spaces — supporting a healthy work/life balance.
Career progression and CPD (including certificates) are actively encouraged and funded, and if there’s a specific area you’d like to develop, the team will support you to make it happen.
What We’re Looking For
* Confident in both general surgery and medicine
* Excellent communication and teamwork skills
* Friendly, empathetic, and motivated approach
* RCVS registered and completion of VetGDP
Benefits
* Salary up to £65,000 (DOE)
* 5 weeks holiday + bank holidays + Birthday Leave
* RCVS & VDS fees paid
* Generous CPD allowance + funded certificates
* Extensive online CPD programme
* Career progression opportunities
* Staff discount schemes
* Life assurance
* Enhanced sickness and family leave
* E-car salary sacrifice scheme
* Recruitment referral rewards
* Wellness programme including:
* Employee assistance programme
* Eyecare voucher scheme
* Free annual flu jab
* Cycle to work scheme