Lead Veterinary Surgeon — Mentored Growth & Flexible Hours

Vets for Pets; South Ockendon; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private healthcare and medical保险

Discounts at Pets at Home family of UK

In-house career development

Pension scheme

Holiday allowance

Free car parking

Visa/sponsorship support for right候选人

Job summary

Vets for Pets Thurrock is looking for a Lead Veterinary Surgeon to join our thriving small animal practice at Lakeside Retail Park. You will work within a forward-thinking team in a well-equipped facility offering modern anaesthesia, diagnostic imaging, endoscopy, CT access, and comprehensive surgical capabilities.

The role offers a Full-Time schedule (40/41 hours) with a 1:4 weekend rota, no OOHs, and potential for progression into senior roles.

Qualifications

• RCVS-registered Veterinary Surgeon.
• Ideally 5+ years' UK experience in small animal practice.
• Excellent communication skills and a caring, team-player approach.
• Passionate about animal welfare and patient care.
• Certificate holders or those working towards one are encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Full-time position - 40/41 hours per week.
• 1:4 weekends (Sat 9am–6pm, Sun 10:30am–4:30pm).
• Bank holiday working on rota basis; no out-of-hours.
• Keen interest in internal medicine desirable.
• Opportunity for progression into a higher role.

Skills

RCVS-registered Veterinary Surgeon

5+ years UK experience

Job description

Vets for Pets Thurrock is looking for a Lead Veterinary Surgeon to join our thriving small animal practice at Lakeside Retail Park. You will work within a forward-thinking team in a well-equipped facility offering modern anaesthesia, diagnostic imaging, endoscopy, CT access, and comprehensive surgical capabilities.

The role offers a Full-Time schedule (40/41 hours) with a 1:4 weekend rota, no OOHs, and potential for progression into senior roles.