Vet Surgeon Opportunity

Chattyvets; England; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday entitlement 6.6 weeks

CPD allowance £1,750

RCVS membership paid

VDS cover

Health Cash Plan

Career development

Job summary

Global Veterinary Careers is seeking a Veterinary Surgeon for their West Sussex practice. The role offers a mix of autonomy and hospital support across two branches, with a 4‑day week and 1 in 4 Saturdays. Salary ranges from £45,000 to £50,000 depending on experience.

Based at two branch locations, you’ll build strong client relationships, work with a skilled team, and enjoy excellent facilities and CPD opportunities.

Qualifications

• Confident with routine consultations and surgery.
• Occasional sole charge experience preferred.
• Strong communication and client‑facing skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide high‑quality first opinion care and perform routine surgeries.
• Manage and work up own medical cases and build client relationships.
• Refer complex cases to the hospital when needed.
• Collaborate with the wider vet team and maintain patient records.

Skills

Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon

Job description

Veterinary Surgeon – West Sussex

Are you a Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon looking for a role that offers the independence of branch practice with the support of a well‑equipped veterinary hospital? This is an exciting opportunity to join a long-established, RCVS‑accredited practice in West Sussex, working across two friendly branch surgeries while benefiting from the expertise and facilities of a thriving hospital team.

Whether you're looking to develop your clinical skills, work up your own cases or become part of a collaborative and supportive team, this could be the perfect next step in your veterinary career.

The Role

This full‑time position offers an excellent balance of autonomy and teamwork, allowing you to build strong client relationships while having access to advanced facilities and experienced colleagues whenever needed.

Key responsibilities include:

• Providing high‑quality first opinion veterinary care.
• Managing and working up your own medical and surgical cases.
• Building lasting relationships with clients and their pets.
• Performing routine consultations and surgeries.
• Working collaboratively with the wider veterinary team.
• Referring complex or hospitalised cases to the main veterinary hospital when required.

The role is based across two branch practices, working:

• 40 hours per week.
• 4‑day week (8:00am–6:00pm).
• 2 days at each branch location.
• 1 in 4 Saturday mornings.
• Flexible and part‑time applications will also be considered for the right candidate.

About You

We're looking for a Veterinary Surgeon who is:

• Confident with routine consultations and surgery.
• Comfortable with occasional sole charge.
• Friendly, approachable and client‑focused.
• A strong communicator who enjoys working as part of a supportive team.
• Passionate about delivering exceptional patient care.

Why Apply?

You’ll be joining a respected small animal practice with over four decades of veterinary excellence, supported by an extensive network of experienced professionals and excellent facilities.

You’ll benefit from access to:

• A large, purpose‑built veterinary hospital.
• Multiple well‑equipped branch practices.
• Certificate holders across a variety of disciplines.
• In‑house Out of Hours support.
• Excellent internal and external CPD opportunities.
• A collaborative team that encourages professional development and career progression.

Alongside a supportive working environment, you’ll receive an excellent benefits package including:

• Salary of £45,000–£50,000 DOE.
• 6.6 weeks’ holiday including bank holidays.
• £1,750 annual CPD allowance.
• Paid RCVS membership plus two additional professional memberships.
• VDS cover.
• Health Cash Plan.
• Enhanced family leave policies.
• Discounted veterinary treatment.
• Company sick pay.
• Annual salary reviews.
• Ongoing wellbeing support.
• Genuine career development opportunities.

Live and Work on the Sussex Coast

This role offers an outstanding work‑life balance in one of the UK’s most desirable coastal locations. Spend your days off enjoying beautiful beaches, coastal walks, the South Downs National Park, and the vibrant city atmosphere nearby, with excellent transport links to London and Gatwick Airport.

Location: West Sussex
Employment Type: Permanent (Full Time or Part Time Considered)
Hours: 40 hours across 4 days | 1 in 4 Saturdays
Salary: £45,000–£50,000 DOE

To apply or learn more, contact:

Angel Mason | Global Veterinary Careers | 01392 793 153 | [e-mail]