Roving Surgical Vet - Small Animal

IVC Evidensia Group; Willenhall; Remote; GBP 68,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical insurance

Enhanced family leave

BCVS/VDS fees

Job summary

Lockwood Vets in Willenhall is seeking a roving veterinary surgeon with a surgical bias to cover Area 19 across the West Midlands. The role offers a varied surgical caseload with up to 75,000 GBP (DOE) and requires travel between practices, predominantly four days over four weeks with some Saturdays.

Ideal candidates will have a veterinary degree and RCVS registration (or eligibility), excellent communication, and a proactive, team-oriented approach to patient care.

Qualifications

• A Veterinary degree and registration (or eligibility to register) with the RCVS.
• Experience in clinical practice with growing confidence in routine medical and surgical cases.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build effective relationships with clients and colleagues.
• Proactive approach to learning, with openness to feedback and development.
• Professionalism, reliability, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
• A passion for delivering excellent patient and client care.

Responsibilities

• As a Veterinary Surgeon, you’ll work collaboratively with the wider team to deliver a high standard of patient and client care across a varied and rewarding caseload.
• You’ll continue to develop your clinical skills and interests while sharing your knowledge and experience with colleagues, contributing positively to the clinical culture of the practice.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Proactive learning

Independent work

Education

Veterinary degree and RCVS registration (or eligibility)

Job description

Roving Surgical Vet For Area 19, West Midlands

Up to £75,000 (DOE)

At inspiring vet care, our people are at the heart of everything we do. As the UK’s number one vet care provider, we're trusted with the care of over 2 million animals, delivering our purpose of healthier animals and happier owners.

Our fantastic Area 19 is looking for a permanent roving vet with a surgical bias to work across our brilliant practices, which are predominantly located across the West Midlands.The role offers a diverse surgical caseload, but you’ll need to be West Midlands-based, with extensive travel between our sites.Ideally, we’re looking for someone to work 40 hours over four days, including some Saturdays. However, we’re also happy to consider supporting part‑time applications.There’s truly no better time to join Inspiring Pet Care, as we’ve started our estate-wide rebrand, launched our first TV advert, and introduced our new TV programme, The Joys of Pets. It’s all very exciting!

About Area 19

Our region is made up of the following brands: Pool House Vets, Lockwood Vet Group, Island Vets, St George’s Vet Group and Hillman Vet Group.One of the key benefits of having such a large network of practices across our region is the wealth of knowledge and experience we can share. You’ll have the opportunity to tap into this by working alongside our outstanding team of clinicians across all of our sites.You’ll also have the support of a dedicated regional leadership team, including our Area Support Manager and Area Director, as well as the established leadership teams within each individual brand.Our practices are fully equipped with the modern facilities you'd expect, including digital X-ray's (including SignalPET AI-assisted interpretation), ultrasound, an IM3 dental machines and in‑house laboratories, to name just a few.

Here’s what one of our own has to say

'Having worked in this area for more than three years, I can honestly say it has been a fantastic place to develop my career as a vet. The team is welcoming, knowledgeable, and always focused on delivering the best possible care to our patients and clients. I have learned a great deal during my time here and continue to enjoy working in such a positive and supportive environment.' - Silvia, vet.

How You’ll Make a Difference

As a Veterinary Surgeon, you’ll work collaboratively with the wider team to deliver a high standard of patient and client care across a varied and rewarding caseload.

You’ll continue to develop your clinical skills and interests while sharing your knowledge and experience with colleagues, contributing positively to the clinical culture of the practice. You’ll be an integral member of the clinical team, delivering excellent care and supporting the ongoing development of those around you.

You Might Be a Great Fit If...

You are a confident and motivated veterinary surgeon who enjoys working as part of a team and is committed to delivering high-quality patient and client care. You’ll bring:

• A Veterinary degree and registration (or eligibility to register) with the RCVS
• Experience working in clinical practice with growing confidence in routine medical and surgical cases
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build effective relationships with clients and colleagues
• A proactive approach to learning, with openness to feedback and development
• Professionalism, reliability, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively
• A passion for delivering excellent patient and client care

How We’ll Support You

At inspiring vet care, we’re committed to supporting your ongoing development and wellbeing. When you join us, you’ll benefit from:

• Clear career pathways with progression opportunities across primary care, referral, leadership, and specialist roles
• Funded learning and development including CPD allowance and access to IVC academy training centres & role-relevant courses
• £1,250 annual Care Fund for every vet
• Access to mentors, regional clinical coaches, and peer networks
• Support to develop clinical interests and expand your capabilities
• A collaborative, values‑led culture focused on care, community, and continuous improvement

What We Offer Our Team

• Private medical insurance
• Enhanced family leave and pay across maternity, paternity, adoption and surrogacy
• BVA membership, VDS cover & RCVS fees
• Cycle to Work and Green Car schemes (eligibility applies)
• Retail discounts and cashback offers
• Reduced-cost veterinary care for your own pets

We’re committed to supporting our people through career development opportunities, wellbeing initiatives and access to world‑class learning resources.

Whether you’re just starting out or looking to take the next step in your career, inspiring vet care offers the support, opportunity and community to help you grow.

Lockwood Vets - Willenhall

At IVC Evidensia we are a committed to Diversity, Equality, Inclusion and Belonging, we are keen to hear from candidates from all minority and diverse groups. As a Disability Confident Employer, we are keen to hear from candidates with disabilities and long‑term health conditions and would be happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process.

Any questions before applying?

Speak to Marcus Alphonso from our recruitment team who would be happy to help you with any questions you have before applying for this role.