Small Animal Vet Surgeon - Flexible Hours, Mentoring & Growth

CVS Group; Whetsted; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

RCVS & VDS fees paid in full

CPD allowance and postgraduate courses

Up to 33 days holiday (buy/sell)

Relocation package & visa fees covered

Vet Oracle telemedicine & mentoring

Job summary

Putlands Veterinary Surgery in Paddock Wood, near Tonbridge, is recruiting a Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon. This permanent role offers full-time or part-time hours (20–40 hours/week) with a salary up to £55k FTE, dependent on experience.

The team provides in-house diagnostics and a collaborative practice environment. The successful vet will lead on clinical cases, mentor colleagues, and deliver outstanding animal care while enjoying market-leading learning opportunities and a robust benefits

Qualifications

• Veterinary surgeon with medical and surgical skills in small animals.
• Ability to lead surgical and medical cases and perform diagnostics with precision.
• Mentor and support the clinical team while upholding high standards of care.

Responsibilities

• Lead on surgical and medical cases for small animals.
• Carry out diagnostics and contribute to clinical decision-making.
• Support and inspire veterinary and nursing colleagues to maintain excellence.

Skills

Clinical leadership

Surgical autonomy

Mentoring teammates

Client care excellence

Team collaboration

Experience in small animal practice

Tools

In-house X-ray

Ultrasound

Tonopen

Laparoscopic neutering tools

Job description

Putlands Veterinary Surgery in Paddock Wood, near Tonbridge, is recruiting a Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon. This permanent role offers full-time or part-time hours (20–40 hours/week) with a salary up to £55k FTE, dependent on experience.

The team provides in-house diagnostics and a collaborative practice environment. The successful vet will lead on clinical cases, mentor colleagues, and deliver outstanding animal care while enjoying market-leading learning opportunities and a robust benefits