Area Veterinary Surgeon - Essex

purovets; Essex; On-site; GBP 57,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading veterinary practice in Essex seeks an experienced Area Veterinary Surgeon. This role offers a salary up to £68,000 for a 4-day work week with no nights or weekends. Benefits include Private Medical Insurance, £1,500 CPD allowance, and opportunities for professional growth. Ideal for vets with 3+ years experience who appreciate a collaborative work environment.

Benefits

Private Medical Insurance

Health Cash Plan

Life Assurance

5 weeks’ annual leave

£1,500 CPD allowance

Sabbatical opportunities

Cycle to Work scheme

Qualifications

• RCVS-registered Veterinary Surgeon.
• Strong clinical leadership and mentoring skills.
• Proven ability to deliver outstanding patient and client care.

Responsibilities

• Deliver exceptional clinical care to patients.
• Communicate clearly with clients.
• Uphold professional and regulatory compliance.
• Partner with the Practice Manager to support commercial performance.

Skills

RCVS-registered Veterinary Surgeon

Strong clinical leadership

Outstanding patient and client care

Exceptional service and teamwork

Supportive clinical culture

Commercial awareness

Excellent communication skills

Job description

Area Veterinary Surgeon – Essex

• Excellent salary – up to £68,000, reflecting experience and expertise
• 4-day working week (36 hours) with no weekends, no OOH, and no bank holidays
• Opportunity to work across four well-established small animal branches, including an RCVS-accredited 24-hour hospital
• Exceptional clinical support and career development, with funded certificates, £1,500 CPD allowance + 3 days’ paid CPD leave
• Comprehensive benefits package, including Private Medical Insurance, Health Cash Plan, Life Assurance, and up to 6 weeks annual leave

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a confident and experienced Veterinary Surgeon to join a network of four well-established small animal practices, including an RCVS-accredited 24-hour hospital.

This role is perfect for a vet with at least three years of experience who enjoys variety, collaboration, and the chance to work across different clinical environments—each with its own character, caseload, and supportive team.

Across the region, the practices are led by dedicated Branch Partners and Lead Vets, fostering close-knit, passionate teams and a genuine sense of community. The area is renowned for its strong culture of collaboration, where vets and nurses regularly share knowledge and support one another.

The 24-hour hospital is home to an outstanding team of clinicians, and every vet joining the group is paired with a ‘Buddy’, providing ongoing support and guidance throughout their time with the practice.

Vets here have diverse clinical interests—from internal medicine and ECC to surgery, orthopaedics, anaesthesia, diagnostic imaging, and dentistry—creating a fantastic environment for professional growth and learning. All sites are well-equipped with digital x-ray, ultrasound, in-house labs, and more, including two VVS stations.

The Role

• 4-day working week (36 hours)
• No weekends, no OOH, no bank holidays, and no ERS

This position offers an excellent work-life balance and the chance to be part of supportive, friendly teams while enjoying the flexibility and variety of a multi-site role.

Key Benefits

• Salary up to £68,000
• Private Medical Insurance
• Health Cash Plan (including dental, physio, optical, and 24/7 Private GP access)
• Life Assurance (3x salary)
• 24-hour counselling support (phone or in person)
• 5 weeks’ annual leave + Bank Holidays, rising to 6 weeks with service
• An additional “Day for You” – a paid day off just for you
• £1,500 CPD allowance + 3 days’ paid leave
• Funded certificates and access to internal CPD and Clinical Communities
• VDS, RCVS, and BVA fees paid
• Sabbatical opportunities (based on length of service)
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Generous staff discount
• Tier 2 Visa sponsorship and relocation support available

Role Accountabilities

Exceptional care lies at the heart of everything this practice group does—care for patients, clients, and colleagues alike.

In this role, the Veterinary Surgeon will:

• Deliver exceptional clinical care to patients in both consultations and procedures
• Communicate clearly and compassionately with clients, providing updates and guidance
• Uphold the highest standards of professional and regulatory compliance
• Prepare accurate estimates and ensure smooth payment processes
• Partner with the Practice Manager to support commercial performance and key practice goals
• Mentor, inspire, and develop team members, encouraging clinical and personal growth
• Share evolving best practices and promote a culture of continuous improvement
• Ensure seamless clinical handovers and the transfer of any patients requiring enhanced care

Skills and Experience

• RCVS-registered Veterinary Surgeon
• Strong clinical leadership and mentoring skills
• Proven ability to deliver outstanding patient and client care
• A passion for exceptional service and teamwork
• Experience of fostering a progressive, supportive clinical culture
• Commercial awareness and understanding of effective workflow management
• Excellent communication and coaching skills

This is more than just a job—it’s an opportunity to join a collaborative, caring, and forward-thinking veterinary community that values growth, support, and balance.

For more information or for a confidential chat, please contact Will on 01904 570056 or email to [e-mail]

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-55892