Veterinary Surgeon

Prospect Health; Exeter; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension

Free on-site parking

Flexible working arrangements

Visa sponsorship may be available

Opportunities for clinical development

Job summary

Prospect Health is seeking a veterinary surgeon in the Exeter area to join a well-established independent practice. The role offers a varied small animal first-opinion caseload with modern facilities and a supportive team focused on patient welfare and high-quality medicine.

Flexible full-time or part-time hours are available, with opportunities to develop clinical interests and contribute to excellent client care.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years' veterinary experience preferred.
• MRCVS or eligible to register with the RCVS.
• Confident managing a varied first-opinion caseload.
• Excellent communication and client-care skills.

Responsibilities

• Handle a varied small animal first-opinion caseload.
• Provide high standards of patient welfare and clinical care.
• Collaborate with a supportive veterinary and nursing team.

Skills

Small animal vet

2+ years experience

RCVS eligible

Team collaboration

Job description

Veterinary Surgeon

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon to join a well-established independent practice in the Exeter area.

This is a friendly, close-knit practice where patient welfare, clinical quality and supportive teamwork are genuinely prioritised. The practice offers modern facilities, a varied caseload and the time and support needed to provide an excellent standard of patient and client care.

The Opportunity

• Permanent Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon position.
• Full-time or part-time hours considered.
• Flexible working arrangements available.
• Varied small animal first-opinion caseload.
• Excellent clinical support from an experienced veterinary and nursing team.
• Modern diagnostic and surgical facilities.
• Opportunity to develop individual clinical interests.
• Strong focus on patient welfare and high-quality medicine.
• Independent working environment with clinical care at the heart of decision-making.
• No pressure to compromise clinical standards for corporate targets.
• RCVS-accredited practice.

Working Pattern

• Full-time or part-time hours available.
• Flexible working arrangements can be discussed.
• Permanent position.
• Working patterns can be tailored around the successful candidate where possible.

The Team

• Friendly and close-knit veterinary team.
• Experienced veterinary and nursing colleagues.
• Collaborative approach to clinical decision-making.
• Supportive environment where colleagues work together to deliver excellent patient care.
• Strong emphasis on clinical development and professional support.
• Opportunity to work alongside experienced clinicians with a range of interests.

Practice Facilities

• Modern, well-equipped small animal practice.
• Digital X-ray.
• Ultrasound.
• In-house laboratory equipment.
• Dedicated surgical facilities.
• Facilities supporting a broad range of medical and surgical cases.
• RCVS-accredited practice.

Key Skills, Qualifications and Requirements

• Experienced Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon.
• Minimum of 2 years' veterinary experience preferred.
• MRCVS or eligible to register with the RCVS.
• Confident managing a varied first-opinion caseload.
• Strong commitment to patient welfare and clinical standards.
• Excellent communication and client-care skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a close-knit team.
• Candidates with particular clinical interests are encouraged to apply.
• Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.

Package and Benefits

• Salary of £45,000£60,000 DOE.
• Full or part-time working options.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Company pension.
• Free on-site parking.
• Supportive working environment.
• Opportunities for ongoing clinical development.
• Access to modern diagnostic and surgical facilities.
• UK visa sponsorship may be available, subject to eligibility.

Why Apply

• This is an excellent opportunity for a Veterinary Surgeon looking for a supportive independent practice where patient care and clinical quality genuinely come first.
• With modern facilities, an experienced team and flexibility around working hours, the role could suit an experienced clinician looking to continue developing their career while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.
• Based in the Exeter area, the position also offers an attractive lifestyle location with easy access to the coast, countryside and surrounding communities.
• For further information or a confidential discussion about the role, please get in touch with the recruitment team.