Area Veterinary Surgeon

Medivet & Partners; Ware; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private Medical Insurance

Health Cash Plan

Employee Assistance Programme

Life Assurance

5 weeks annual leave

Relocation support

Job summary

Medivet is seeking an experienced Veterinary Surgeon to support our network of practices across Stevenage, Stanstead Abbotts, Mansfield Cottage, Welwyn Garden City (Mill Green Road), Little Hadham, Potters Bar, Cheshunt, and Enfield 24‑Hour Hospital for bank holiday and on‑call commitments.

This role offers variety, flexibility and genuine career development with 4‑day pattern and ongoing CPD support. You will join a supportive clinical team across multiple sites.

Qualifications

• MRCVS registered and UK visa/registration current.
• At least 3 years UK small animal experience.
• Confident consulting independently and performing routine surgery.
• Willing to work across multiple practices and shift patterns.

Responsibilities

• Deliver outstanding clinical care through consultations and surgery.
• Create tailored treatment plans and provide excellent client communication.
• Work collaboratively with veterinary surgeons, RVNs and support teams.
• Support the growth and development of colleagues and Medivet communities.
• Maintain high standards of clinical governance and patient care.

Skills

Internal Medicine

Soft Tissue Surgery

Dentistry

Diagnostic Imaging

Cardiology

Education

MRCVS registered

Tools

Endoscopy

Ultrasound

Digital radiography

Job description

Salary: Competitive + CPD + Professional Fees Paid

Are you an experienced Veterinary Surgeon looking for a role that offers variety, flexibility and genuine career development?

We're seeking a confident and adaptable Veterinary Surgeon to support our well-established Medivet practices across Stevenage, Stanstead Abbotts, Mansfield Cottage, Welwyn Garden City (Mill Green Road), Little Hadham, Potters Bar, Cheshunt, and Enfield 24-Hour Hospital for bank holiday and on‑call commitments.

This is an exciting opportunity for a vet with at least 3 years' UK small animal experience who enjoys working within different practice environments while building strong relationships with multiple teams. Much of the work may involve sole charge, so we're looking for someone who is confident consulting independently and performing routine surgical procedures.

Why Join This Region?

You’ll be joining a thriving network of practices led by experienced Branch Partners, Lead Vets and highly supportive clinical teams. The region is known for its collaborative culture, with vets and nurses working closely together and sharing expertise across sites.

Skills

• Internal Medicine
• Soft Tissue Surgery
• Dentistry
• Diagnostic Imaging
• Cardiology

In addition, Stanstead Abbotts is equipped with endoscopy facilities, whilst our Enfield 24-Hour Hospital provides access to an outstanding team of experienced emergency and inpatient clinicians.

To ensure you feel fully supported, you’ll be paired with a dedicated veterinary "Buddy" who will remain a trusted source of guidance and support throughout your journey with Medivet.

Clinical Facilities

Across the region you’ll have access to excellent equipment and facilities, including:

• Digital radiography
• Ultrasound
• In-house laboratory services
• Endoscopy at Stanstead Abbotts
• Access to 24‑hour hospital facilities and referral support

As part of the wider Medivet network, you’ll also benefit from extensive clinical collaboration, career development opportunities and access to specialist expertise.

The Role

This position offers the security of a permanent role whilst providing the variety and professional stimulation of working across multiple practices.

Working Pattern

• 4‑day working week (36 hours)
• Flexibility to support planned holiday cover across the region
• Variable day off each week depending on business needs
• Approximately 2 bank holidays per year
• Approximately 2 weeks of on‑call cover per year
• 1–2 extra rotational shifts (ERS) annually

About You

• MRCVS registered
• Confident consulting and performing routine surgery independently
• Comfortable working both within a team and in sole charge
• Adaptable and able to thrive in different practice settings
• Passionate about delivering exceptional patient and client care
• Keen to continue developing your clinical and professional skills

What You’ll Be Doing

• Deliver outstanding clinical care through consultations and surgery
• Create tailored treatment plans and provide excellent client communication
• Work collaboratively with veterinary surgeons, RVNs and support teams
• Support the growth and development of your colleagues and wider Medivet communities
• Maintain the highest standards of clinical governance and patient care

Health & Wellbeing

• Private Medical Insurance from day one
• Health Cash Plan
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme and counselling support
• Life Assurance (3x salary)

Annual Leave

• 5 weeks' annual leave plus bank holidays
• Additional annual leave entitlement with service
• An extra paid "Day for You" each year
• Time off in lieu for bank holidays worked

Learning & Development

• £1,500 CPD allowance
• 3 days' paid CPD leave
• Access to Clinical Communities and internal CPD programmes
• Funded certificate opportunities
• Clear internal career pathways

Additional Support

• RCVS, VDS and BVA memberships paid
• Relocation support available
• Visa sponsorship available where applicable
• Sabbatical opportunities linked to length of service

Lifestyle Benefits

• Cycle to Work scheme
• Season Ticket Loan
• Discounts on Medivet products and services

About Medivet

Medivet is one of the UK's leading veterinary care providers, with over 400 practices, including 24‑hour hospitals and referral centres, across the UK and Europe.

We’re more than a veterinary group—we’re a community of passionate professionals committed to providing exceptional care for pets while supporting our people to build rewarding and fulfilling careers.

If you’re looking for a role that combines stability, flexibility, progression and the chance to work alongside exceptional teams, we’d love to hear from you.