Area Veterinary Surgeon

Medivet Group; Oxford; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading veterinary care provider is seeking an Area Veterinary Surgeon to work across multiple practices in Abingdon/East Oxford and Woodstock. This role offers full-time flexibility with a structured rota, diverse cases, and opportunities for career advancement. Ideal candidates are experienced vets with RCVS registration, a positive attitude, and a passion for quality small animal care. The position includes excellent benefits like private medical insurance, generous leave, and clinical CPD support.

Benefits

Private Medical Insurance from day one

5 weeks’ annual leave plus Bank Holidays

Clinical CPD: £1,500 per year plus 3 days’ paid leave

Interest-free Season Ticket Loan

Cycle to Work scheme

£5,000 car allowance during the trial

Qualifications

• Experienced Vets encouraged to apply with a positive attitude.
• Comfortable working as sole charge.
• Ability to manage and influence others.

Responsibilities

• Work across multiple practices with diverse teams.
• Build experience and contribute to high standards.
• Plan rotas in advance for organized days.

Skills

Passion for delivering high-quality small animal care

Enjoy teamwork

Confident in routine surgeries

Education

RCVS registration or eligibility to register

Job description

Area Veterinary Surgeon

Location: Abingdon/East Oxford and Woodstock 24 Hour practice.

Hours: Full time: 4-day week, with 1 in 6 weekends. Part time opportunities available.

Looking to advance your clinical career in a role that offers flexibility?

Are you seeking the stability of permanent employment with variety and change?

Working across multiple practices, this position offers the chance to work with diverse teams and a broad case portfolio.

You’ll have the opportunity to influence and manage others while building your experience, contributing to high standards across Medivet practices.

Supporting practices near you, your rota will be planned in advance, with organized and structured days, allowing you to enjoy varied cases.

You should have a passion for delivering high-quality small animal care, enjoy teamwork, and be comfortable working as sole charge.

Experienced Vets with a positive attitude, confident in routine surgeries with minimal support, and RCVS registered or eligible to register are encouraged to apply.

This is a rare opportunity to fast-track your career and broaden your experience with a supportive team. For an informal chat, please email: [e-mail]

Our fantastic Benefits include:

• Private Medical Insurance from day one.
• Health cash plan from day one (covering dental, physio, and optical services) with 24/7 Private GP Service.
• Life Assurance 3 x salary.
• Access to 24-hour counselling by phone or in person.
• 5 weeks’ annual leave plus Bank Holidays, increasing to 6 weeks with length of service.
• An additional ‘Day for You’, a paid day’s leave to use as you wish.
• Clinical CPD: £1,500 per year plus 3 days’ paid leave.
• Internal CPD and access to Clinical Communities.
• Funded certificate opportunities.
• VDS, RCVS, and BVA fees paid.
• Sabbatical based on length of service.
• Interest-free Season Ticket Loan.
• Cycle to Work scheme.
• Discounts on Medivet products and services.
• Support for Certificates of Sponsorship for a Tier 2 (General) Visa and relocation support.
• £5,000 car allowance during the trial; if the role converts to permanent and you do over 10,000 business miles, a car may be provided instead of the allowance.

About Us

Medivet is a leading veterinary care provider with practices across the UK, including 24-hour centres and referral centres. We also have a growing presence in France, Germany, and Spain.

We support a large, connected community of colleagues who provide exceptional care. We believe every interaction matters and can make a real difference. Being part of Medivet means working in a forward-thinking, caring environment with top equipment and treatment options, valuing our team members.

Join us and be part of our exciting future plans.