Veterinary Surgeon – Small Animal
Portchester Vets | Fareham, Hampshire
Salary up to £75,000 DOE, welcome bonus up to £5,000, relocation allowance up to £5,000.
Portchester Vets has been proudly serving the local community for over a decade, building a reputation for exceptional patient care, strong client relationships and a genuinely welcoming atmosphere. We are now looking for a confident and personable Veterinary Surgeon to join our close-knit team.
The caseload is predominantly cats and dogs, with occasional rabbits. You'll handle consultations, medical work-ups and surgery. Routine first‑opinion practice, while also encouraged to investigate and manage cases using modern diagnostic equipment.
Practice Highlights
* Established practice serving the local community for over 10 years
* Strong reputation for patient care and client relationships
* Predominantly canine and feline caseload with occasional rabbits
* Excellent mix of consultations, medical work-ups and surgery
* Opportunity to investigate and manage cases thoroughly
* Digital and dental radiography
* Ultrasound facilities
* Endoscopy equipment
* K‑Laser therapy
* In‑house IDEXX laboratory
* Sole charge opportunities with clinical autonomy
* Team of 1 Veterinary Surgeon, 4 RVNs, 2 Student Veterinary Nurses and a dedicated Client Care Team
* Access to visiting specialists and established referral pathways
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.
Working Pattern
* Full‑time role of 38 hours across four days
* 1 in 3 Saturday mornings from 9:00 am‑12:00 pm
* No out‑of‑hours requirements
* No on‑call commitment
* Part‑time applications welcomed
You Might Be a Great Fit If…
You are a confident and motivated veterinary surgeon who enjoys working as part of a team and is committed to delivering high‑quality patient and client care. You’ll bring:
* 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
At inspiring vet care, we’re committed to supporting your ongoing development and wellbeing. When you join us, you’ll benefit from:
* 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 and 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 capabilitiesA 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 and RCVS fees
* Cycle to Work and Green Car schemes (eligibility applies)
* Retail discounts and cashback offers
* Reduced‑cost veterinary care for your own pets
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analysing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
Salary up to £75,000 DOE.
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