Veterinary Surgeon – Small Animal Practice Salary: £45,000 Location: Rugby, Warwickshire Job Type: Full-Time An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dedicated and compassionate Veterinary Surgeon to join a well-established RCVS-accredited small animal practice in Rugby, Warwickshire. This full-time Veterinary Surgeon role is ideal for an MRCVS-qualified Vet who is passionate about delivering exceptional clinical care and building strong client relationships within a supportive and collaborative environment. The successful candidate will be accountable for patient care within the clinic, ensuring the highest standards of veterinary care, regulatory compliance, and operational excellence are consistently maintained. The Role The Veterinary Surgeon will play a key role within the practice team, delivering outstanding patient and client care through consultations, diagnostics, and surgical procedures. Typical responsibilities include: Delivering exceptional clinical care to patients during consultations and surgical procedures Developing tailored treatment plans in partnership with clients Maintaining the highest standards of regulatory, clinical, and operational compliance Working collaboratively within a supportive veterinary team Providing excellent client communication and continuity of care Contributing to a positive team culture focused on patient wellbeing and clinical excellence About the Practice This RCVS-accredited small animal practice is located in the popular market town of Rugby, Warwickshire. The practice is well-equipped with modern veterinary facilities including: In-house laboratory ECG Endoscope Ultrasound Digital X-ray The practice has also been awarded Silver Cat Friendly Clinic status by the ISFM, recognising its commitment to reducing stress for feline patients and creating a cat-friendly environment. About Rugby, Warwickshire Rugby is a historic market town offering an excellent quality of life for professionals and families alike. Known for its excellent schools, strong community feel, and fast rail links to London Euston in under one hour, Rugby is widely regarded as one of the best places to live in the UK. Candidate Requirements The ideal candidate will: Be a qualified MRCVS Veterinary Surgeon Have a passion for clinical excellence and patient care Demonstrate excellent communication and teamwork skills Be committed to providing outstanding client service Thrive in a supportive and collaborative practice environment Salary & Benefits Health & Wellbeing Private Medical Insurance and Health Cash Plan from day one 24/7 counselling and wellbeing support Life Assurance (3x salary) Annual Leave 5 weeks’ annual leave plus Bank Holidays, increasing with length of service Additional paid “Day for You” leave Learning & Development £1,500 CPD allowance plus 3 days’ paid CPD leave annually Access to Clinical Communities, internal CPD, and 24-hour hospitals Funded certificates and structured internal career pathways Additional Support RCVS, VDS, and BVA fees paid Relocation support available Visa sponsorship available Sabbatical options based on length of service Lifestyle Benefits Cycle to Work scheme Season Ticket Loans Staff discount scheme This is an excellent opportunity for a Veterinary Surgeon seeking career progression, clinical development, and genuine work-life balance within a supportive small animal practice in Rugby. Apply now to join a forward-thinking veterinary team committed to delivering exceptional patient and client care. For more information or for a confidential chat, please contact Lorna on or email You can also WhatsApp us at WhatsApp - Purovets and we are always happy to answer any questions you may have about our great opportunities. To view all our vacancies, please visit https://purovets.com/veterinary-jobs/ And don't forget, if this position is of no interest to you but you know someone who may be interested, please pass on our details. We offer £250* for every successful candidate referral. *Terms and conditions apply. Ref no: JOB-58234