Veterinary Surgeon

Medmatch; Eltham; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading veterinary team in Eltham seeks a Senior Veterinary Surgeon. This full-time role offers a generous salary of £35,000 – £65,000 and emphasizes work-life balance with no on-call commitment. You will lead and mentor a supportive team while providing high-quality care in a well-equipped practice. Benefits include staff pet discounts, holiday, and CPD allowance.

Benefits

Staff pet discounts

5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays

CPD allowance

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience with medical & surgical competency necessary.
• Ability to lead and mentor junior vets and support staff.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor junior vets, nurses, and support staff.
• Provide high-quality veterinary care with minimal corporate interference.

Skills

Medical & surgical competency

Leadership

Mentoring junior vets

Job description

Join a leading veterinary team as a Senior Veterinary Surgeon , located in a vibrant area near Eltham, London.

With steady growth, autonomy, and a diverse caseload, this role offers a rare blend of clinical challenge and work–life balance. Generous salary, staff‑pet discounts, and a close-knit, supportive team make this a truly rewarding place to develop professionally.

About the Position

• Full-Time / Part-Time role available
• £35,000 – £65,000 per annum (D.O.E.) plus benefits
• No OOH / on‑call commitment
• 3 years’ experience with medical & surgical competency necessary
• Lead and mentor junior vets, nurses, support staff
• Great opportunity to develop professionally
• Flexible start date available

About the Practice

• Independent, small‑animal focus practice
• High clinical freedom, minimal corporate interference
• Caseload varied : complex medicine, challenging surgery
• Surgical certificate holder onsite for support & training
• Equipment : digital imaging, modern theatres, full diagnostics
• Supportive team culture, no upselling, client trust paramount

What’s Offered

• Staff pet discounts and sick pay
• 5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays
• CPD allowance, membership fees paid (RCVS, VDS, etc.)
• Flexible rota and work–life balance priority
• Mentoring and career development opportunities

To Apply, either click “Apply” or send in your CV to [e-mail] .

For more information please also do not hesitate to call Amira on 07742 071867 and we would be happy to answer any questions you may have about this great opportunity.

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