Join a Referral Team! Work with Certificate Holders & Cutting-Edge Vet Equipment – GP Role, 1yr+ Exp

British Veterinary Association; Greater London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading veterinary referral center in Surrey is seeking a Veterinary Surgeon to deliver expert clinical care in a cutting-edge environment. The role requires MRCVS registration, proven skills in emergency care, and a collaborative approach to patient management. Enjoy a balanced 4-day working week, competitive salary, and opportunities for professional growth. Join a world-renowned hospital dedicated to veterinary excellence.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Enhanced holiday entitlement

CPD allowance

Workplace pension

Life assurance

Employee assistance programme

Qualifications

• MRCVS registered with at least one year post-graduate experience in small animal practice.
• Proven skills in emergency and critical care, internal medicine, anaesthesia, and pain management.
• Confident and competent in surgical assistance and referral-level hospital work.

Responsibilities

• Manage and admit referred cases, delivering expert clinical assessments.
• Coordinate and oversee inpatient care, ensuring communication with referral specialists.
• Provide surgical assistance for complex cases and lead emergency responses.

Skills

Emergency and critical care

Internal medicine

Anaesthesia and pain management

Surgical assistance

Client communication

Education

MRCVS registration

One year post-graduate experience in small animal practice

Tools

Digital radiography

MRI scanner

CT scanner

Job description

Veterinary Surgeon - General Practitioner

Location: Surrey, UK
Contract: Permanent, Full-Time (4-day working week)
Visa Sponsorship: Skilled Worker visa available
Rota: 1 in 3 weekends (with days off in lieu)
Start Date: Flexible
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

Join a Leading Referral Centre Equipped with the Latest Veterinary Technology

Are you an experienced small animal GP Vet seeking to elevate your career into a world-class referral hospital environment?

This is a rare opportunity to join a cutting-edge referral centre renowned for its pioneering clinical care and state-of-the-art facilities.

GVC are looking for three Veterinary General Practitioners to be integral members of a multidisciplinary team, bridging the gap between primary care and specialist referral medicine and surgery.

About the Role

As a Veterinary General Practitioner within our referral centre, you will:

Manage and admit referred cases, delivering expert clinical assessments and treatment

Coordinate and oversee inpatient care, ensuring seamless communication with referral specialists across orthopaedics, neurology, soft tissue surgery, and internal medicine

Perform advanced diagnostics including radiography, ultrasound, laboratory testing, and clinical examination

Provide surgical assistance for complex cases, including anaesthesia monitoring and post-operative care

Lead emergency and critical care response within the hospital setting

Uphold our commitment to the highest standards of patient care, maintaining the hospital’s outstanding reputation

Your Responsibilities

Conduct thorough clinical examinations and take detailed case histories for referred patients

Perform diagnostic procedures using advanced imaging and laboratory equipment

Develop and implement comprehensive treatment plans in collaboration with referral clinicians

Supervise and manage inpatient cases to ensure continuity and quality of care

Assist in surgical procedures and manage perioperative care

Participate actively in a 1:3 weekend rota, with compensatory time off

Maintain accurate and detailed medical records

Communicate effectively with clients and referring veterinarians

Engage fully in continuing professional development (CPD) opportunities

Who We Are Looking For

MRCVS registered with at least one year post-graduate experience in small animal practice

Proven skills in emergency and critical care, internal medicine, anaesthesia, and pain management

Confident and competent in surgical assistance and working within a referral-level hospital environment

Internship-trained candidates (surgical or rotating) are highly desirable but not essential

Excellent communicator and collaborator, comfortable working within a multidisciplinary team

Right to work in the UK or eligible for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship

Exceptional Facilities to Support Your Practice

The referral centre boasts industry-leading veterinary technology, including:

Seven fully equipped operating theatres

Three digital radiography suites

A 1.5 MRI scanner operated by expert radiographers

A cutting-edge 160-slice CT scanner

On-site advanced custom implant design and manufacturing

A dedicated rehabilitation team featuring physiotherapists and hydrotherapists

Benefits & Working Conditions

Enjoy a balanced 4-day working week with a supportive rota system

Competitive salary reflecting your skills and experience

Enhanced holiday entitlement for work-life balance

CPD allowance to support your professional growth

Workplace pension and life assurance

Company sick pay and access to an employee assistance programme

Why Join ?

Become part of an independent, world-renowned specialist referral hospital that is at the forefront of veterinary medicine. Located in Surrey with excellent transport links to London and the South Coast.

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