Veterinary Surgeon - Buckinghamshire • Independent, family-run practice offering genuine clinical freedom and a supportive team environment • Excellent work–life balance with a 4-day week, no OOH/on-call, and flexibility around rota patterns • Modern, well-equipped practice featuring digital X-ray, dental suite, ultrasound, in-house lab, and a fully equipped theatre • Attractive package including a salary up to £75,000 DOE and generous holiday allowance My client is a proudly independent small animal practice based in the popular county town of Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire. Founded with a commitment to delivering excellence in all aspects of pet care, the practice combines many years of veterinary experience with a genuine passion for animal health. Their mission is to create an environment that champions clinical excellence while providing first-rate patient care. The practice has invested heavily in state-of-the-art facilities, including digital X-ray, a dedicated dental suite, in-house laboratory, ultrasound, and a fully equipped operating theatre. This allows the team to diagnose and treat a wide range of conditions, ensuring pets receive exceptional care. Separate cat and dog wards help minimise stress for patients, and dental X-ray capabilities will soon enhance their service even further. Orthopaedics and soft tissue surgery are in house. My client is now seeking a Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon—suited to either a new graduate or someone with 3 years of experience—to join their close-knit team of 2 Vets, 3 RVNs, and 1 Head RVN. As an independent, family-run practice, they understand that every pet is a cherished member of the family and pride themselves on offering a warm, supportive environment. The Role: • Full-time position working a 4-day week • No OOH, Sundays or bank holidays • 1:3 Saturday rota • 6pm finish - last consult at 17:20pm everyday • Flexible rota patterns considered, including earlier finishes Benefits: • Competitive salary up to £75,000 DOE • 28 days holiday • Pension scheme • Birthday off - if Birthday falls on W/E or RDO • CPD - No limit agreed with manager • VDS, RCVS & BVA fees covered This is a fantastic opportunity to join a truly independent practice in the heart of Buckinghamshire, where your development, wellbeing, and clinical freedom genuinely matter. For more information or for a confidential chat, please contact Megan on or email 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-56252