Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal
Midforest Veterinary Practice | Lyndhurst, Hampshire
Salary up to £70,000 DOE, welcome bonus up to £5,000 and relocation allowance up to £5,000
Midforest Vets has been proudly supporting the local community for over 40 years, building strong relationships with both clients and their pets. We’re now looking for a confident and experienced Veterinary Surgeon to join our friendly team and play a key role in continuing that tradition of care.
Our patients include cats, dogs, rabbits and the occasional tortoise or hamster, offering a varied and engaging caseload. The role has a slight bias towards consultations, with a strong focus on working up medical cases and building continuity with your clients.
Surgical work is largely routine, with a high number of dental procedures, providing a great mix of clinical work. There is a significant element of sole charge, so confidence is key, but support is always close at hand with another vet just a phone call away when needed.
Our Lyndhurst practice is set within a beautiful 16th-century thatched cottage just outside the village, creating a unique and welcoming environment. You may also occasionally work from our Totton branch, just 15 minutes away.
Across both sites, you’ll have access to digital radiography, dental X-ray, ultrasound and in-house blood analysis, alongside all the essential equipment needed to deliver high-quality care.
You’ll be joining a close and friendly team of six vets, seven RVNs and a dedicated client care team led by our Practice Manager. With certificate holders in ultrasound and dentistry already in the team, we actively support further development and are happy to encourage certificate study.
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.
* This is a full-time role working four 10 hour days from Monday to Thursday, with Fridays as a non working day. There is a 1 in 5 Saturday morning rota (8:30am–12:30pm), worked as sole charge.
* There are no out-of-hours or on-call commitments, allowing you to enjoy a genuine work-life balance.
You Might Be a Great Fit If…
* 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
* 6.6 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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