Surgery-Focused Veterinary Surgeon – Join Leading Essex Veterinary Hospital - No OOH

British Veterinary Association; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading veterinary organization in Essex is seeking a Veterinary Surgeon with a surgical bias to join their dynamic team. This role offers the opportunity to perform complex surgical procedures and manage diverse medical cases. Candidates must have MRCVS registration and a minimum of 2–3 years' clinical experience. The position provides a 4-day working week, a supportive work environment, and a competitive salary up to £70,000 depending on experience.

Benefits

Enhanced benefits package

Support for career development

Opportunity to work with advanced facilities

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2–3 years’ small animal clinical experience.
• Demonstrated competence in emergency surgeries.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development.

Responsibilities

• Perform emergency and complex surgical procedures.
• Manage diverse medical cases with high clinical standards.
• Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team.

Skills

Strong clinical experience

Competence in standard emergency surgeries

Confident in performing soft tissue procedures

Strong communication skills

Teamwork skills

Education

MRCVS registration

Job description

Overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Veterinary Surgeon with a surgical bias to join a forward-thinking and supportive hospital team in Essex.

About the Practice, Team & Location

This is a dynamic, 24-hour RCVS-accredited small animal hospital, located just 30 minutes by train from London and within easy reach of two major airports. The purpose-built, state-of-the-art facility includes CT, MRI, hydrotherapy, physiotherapy rehabilitation, and more. The seaside is only a 25-minute drive away, offering the balance of city convenience and coastal charm.

The hospital team consists of 14 vets, including certificate holders in surgery and medicine, alongside a highly skilled nursing team with many post-graduate certifications. The wider team also includes a hydrotherapist, physiotherapist, and 12 Client Care Advisors.

About the Role & Services

This role offers the chance to join a thriving hospital providing gold-standard inpatient care, first-opinion consultations, and outpatient services covering emergency and critical care, orthopaedics, ophthalmology, imaging, and laser therapy.

The successful applicant will:

• Perform emergency and complex surgical procedures with confidence
• Manage diverse medical cases to a high standard of clinical excellence
• Be confident performing soft tissue surgery
• Have the option to develop skills in laparoscopic surgery (not essential)

Rota & Work-Life Balance

• 4-day working week (40 hours)
• 1 in 4 weekends
• No out-of-hours duties – dedicated night team in place

About the Applicant

The ideal candidate will have:

• Strong clinical experience and competence in standard emergency surgeries
• Confident in performing soft tissue procedures
• A passion for working in a collaborative and supportive environment
• A commitment to continuous professional development

Benefits

• Salary up to £70,000 (DOE)
• Enhanced benefits package
• Support for career development and CPD
• Opportunity to work with advanced facilities and a highly skilled team

To Be Considered

Applicants must meet the following requirements:

• MRCVS registration
• Right to work in the UK
• Minimum of 2–3 years’ small animal clinical experience, ideally with exposure to emergency and surgical cases
• Demonstrated competence in standard emergency surgeries, orthopaedics, and soft tissue procedures
• Strong communication and teamwork skills, able to collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team
• Commitment to professional development, including ongoing CPD and upskilling
• Passion for delivering high-quality patient care and excellent client service

How to Apply

For more information or to apply, please contact:

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01392 793 256