Small Animal Vet - Full-time - No OOHs - Up to £75k

British Veterinary Association; England; On-site; GBP 63,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent veterinary association is seeking a Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon in Erith, Kent. The role emphasizes medical bias and includes responsibilities such as client consultations, diagnostics, and a range of surgical procedures. Candidates will enjoy a supportive team environment with no out-of-hours duties. Competitive salary up to £75,000 per annum and extensive benefits including 25 days annual leave, CPD allowances, and private healthcare are offered.

Benefits

25 days annual leave rising to 30 days

CPD allowances

Private healthcare

Occupational health services

Enhanced family leave

Eye care support

Paid sabbaticals

Colleague discounts for pets

Qualifications

• Competent in veterinary practice with a preference for medical bias.
• Ability to perform surgical procedures based on experience.
• Strong communication skills for client consultations.

Responsibilities

• Conduct 15-minute consultations with clients.
• Perform diagnostics and manage medical casework.
• Deliver preventive healthcare advice.

Skills

Veterinary surgery

Medical casework

Client consultations

Education

Degree in Veterinary Medicine

Job description

Key Details

• Role: Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon - medical bias preferred
• Location: Erith, Kent
• Working Days: 4 days per week, 1 in 4 Saturday mornings
• Hours: No out-of-hours
• Salary: Up to £75,000 per annum, dependent on experience
• Duties: Consultations, medical casework, and surgery aligned to skillset

About the Role

• Our client is seeking a competent Veterinary Surgeon with a medical bias to deliver high-quality small animal care. The role includes 15-minute consultations, diagnostics, and the opportunity to perform a range of surgical procedures based on experience.
• The successful candidate will exercise clinical autonomy while collaborating with a supportive team. Responsibilities include preventive healthcare advice, accurate medical record-keeping, and participation in group-wide CPD and best-practice initiatives.
• There is no sole charge, and out-of-hours is covered by an external provider.

About the Practice

• The practice is a long-standing small animal clinic situated near the River Thames in Southeast London with an experienced clinical team and a loyal client base. It is part of a wider vet-led community that promotes collaboration, mentorship, and case discussion.
• The site is equipped with digital X-ray, a full dental suite, and comprehensive diagnostic facilities. The practice offers a structured support network, referral pathways to specialists, and a culture focused on patient care and team wellbeing.
• Benefits include 25 days annual leave rising to 30 days plus bank holidays, CPD allowances, private healthcare, occupational health services, enhanced family leave, eye care support for VDU users, paid sabbaticals at service milestones, and colleague discounts for up to five registered pets.

Job Reference No: JN-33606