Veterinary Surgeon

Linnaeus Group; Bushey; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading veterinary group in Bushey is seeking an experienced veterinary surgeon to join their team. The position involves routine consultations and surgeries, with a 40-hour full-time rota alongside part-time opportunities available. Employees benefit from extensive training programs, numerous perks including 5 weeks of holiday, career progression opportunities, and a positive working environment without on-call duties. This role is ideal for those looking to further their qualifications and develop within a supportive team.

Benefits

5 weeks holiday + bank holidays

No out-of-hours work

RCVS and VDS fees paid

External CPD funded

Wellness programme

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Experience as a qualified veterinary surgeon.
• Ability to perform surgical procedures and manage consultations.
• Willingness to participate in a weekend rota.

Responsibilities

• Perform both consulting and surgical responsibilities.
• Provide back-up to the nurse during evening checks.
• Engage in career progression and training opportunities.

Skills

Confident in routine consultations

Surgical procedures

Time management for 15-minute appointments

Education

Veterinary degree

Job description

About Blythwood Vets

Blythwood Vets is a small animal primary care practice with four closely located sites in leafy northwest London. Our main clinics are in Bushey and Hatch End, with smaller branches in Stanmore and Northwood, and we have been established in the local area for over 40 years.

We are part of the Practice Standards Scheme and a training practice for Veterinary Nurses, and we are a high‑end first opinion group with a large proportion of insured clients. Our facilities include digital x‑rays, dental x‑rays, ultrasound machines with colour flow doppler, and a digital surgical suite. Blythwood is part of Linnaeus and Mars Veterinary Health, the largest family‑owned veterinary company in the world. As a privately owned practice we can drive by purpose, creating a better world for our people and our clients.

Role Overview

We have a new position for an experienced veterinary surgeon to join our established team. The ideal candidate will be confident with 15‑minute appointments, performing routine consultations and procedures. This role combines both consulting and surgical responsibilities, with an inpatient rota where the vet provides back‑up to the nurse on evening checks. Any patient that requires constant monitoring is transported to our out‑of‑hours provider. Part‑time applicants will be requested to contribute towards the weekend rota, and encouragement and support are provided towards Veterinary Certification and career progression.

Hours & Schedule

Full‑time rota: 40‑hour (4‑day) week, with one Saturday in three and one weekend in six. There is no on‑call. Part‑time applications are considered, with time off in‑lieu available following weekend work or open for discussion as part of a salary package. Start times are 9 am to 7 pm weekdays, 9 am to 4 pm Saturdays and 10 am to 4 pm Sundays.

Benefits & Development

• 5 weeks holiday + bank holidays and birthday off (pro‑rata for part‑time)
• No out‑of‑hours (OOH)
• RCVS and VDS fees paid
• External CPD funded
• Extensive free online Linnaeus CPD programme
• Career progression opportunities
• Staff discount schemes
• Enhanced sickness pay
• Enhanced equal family leave
• Wellness programme including:
• Employee assistance programme
• Eye care voucher scheme
• Free annual flu jab
• Cycle to work scheme
• Recruitment referral reward scheme