Veterinary surgeon

Medivet; Faversham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading veterinary care provider is seeking a Veterinary Surgeon to join the team at a practice in Faversham. This role offers a 4-day work week with 1:3 Saturdays or 1:6 full weekends, focusing on delivering exceptional clinical care. Successful candidates will have RCVS registration and the opportunity for further development in a supportive environment with an experienced team. Benefits include private medical insurance, clinical CPD funding, and more.

Benefits

Private Medical Insurance

Health cash plan

Life Assurance

5 weeks’ annual leave

Clinical CPD funding

Support for Certificates of Sponsorship

Qualifications

• Experienced in delivering exceptional care to both patients and clients.
• Able to demonstrate clinical leadership skills.
• Experience of supporting nurse consults and schedule 3 procedures.

Responsibilities

• Deliver exceptional clinical care to your patients during consultations and procedures.
• Provide exceptional care to your clients, giving clear updates on patients.
• Engage, mentor and develop your team, enhancing their skills.

Skills

Exceptional clinical care

Client communication

Team collaboration

Clinical leadership

Coaching skills

Education

RCVS registered Veterinary Surgeon

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a Veterinary Surgeon to join our wonderful team at Medivet Faversham. This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a supportive and experienced team, with a role that works to a 4-day week with 1:3 Saturdays or 1:6 full weekends. The position would suit someone confident in routine procedures and consultations, and we’re open to interests in any specific areas you'd like to develop. Our team includes experienced vets, a skilled nursing team, and friendly front-of-house colleagues who work together to create a positive, welcoming environment. You’ll also be supported by a dedicated Practice Manager, allowing you to focus on clinical excellence. The practice is well-equipped with digital x-ray, in-house lab, ultrasound, separate theatre and prep areas, plus dedicated spaces for consults and patient recovery. We also have a comfortable and spacious staff room to unwind during breaks. Faversham is a charming market town in Kent, offering a blend of countryside beauty and great transport links, including direct trains to London. Whether you’re after scenic walks or city escapes, Faversham offers a brilliant work-life balance. Accommodation may also be available with the role.

To apply, simply click apply. For an initial informal chat about the role, please contact [e-mail] or 07961834919.

Key Benefits

• Private Medical Insurance from day one.
• Health cash plan from day one (covering dental, physio and optical services) with 24/7 Private GP Service.
• Life Assurance 3 x salary.
• Access to 24-hour counselling by phone or in person.
• 5 weeks’ annual leave plus Bank Holidays rising to 6 weeks with length of service.
• An additional ‘Day for You’, a paid day’s leave for you to use as you wish.
• Clinical CPD: £1,500 per year plus 3 days’ paid leave.
• Internal CPD and access to Clinical Communities.
• Funded certificate opportunities.
• VDS, RCVS and BVA fees paid.
• Sabbatical based on length of service.
• Interest-free Season Ticket Loan.
• Cycle to Work scheme.
• Discounts on Medivet products and services.
• Support for Certificates of Sponsorship for a Tier 2 (General) Visa and relocation support.

Role Accountabilities

• Deliver exceptional clinical care to your patients during consultations and procedures.
• Provide exceptional care to your clients, giving clear updates on patients.
• Deliver professional excellence, observing the highest standards of regulatory, practice and operational compliance.
• Prepare tailored, accurate treatment and care plans for each patient with clear cost estimates.
• Engage, mentor and develop your team, enhancing their skills and utilising these in the most effective way.
• Complete clinical handover and arrange transfer of any patient needing out of hours or enhanced care.
• Pro-actively support and share clinical best practice within and across practices and the wider Medivet community.

Your Skills and Experience

• RCVS registered Veterinary Surgeon.
• Experienced in delivering exceptional care to both patients and clients.
• Experienced in working effectively as part of a team.
• Able to demonstrate clinical leadership skills.
• Experience of implementing a progressive clinical culture.
• Experience of supporting nurse consults and schedule 3 procedures, with an understanding of how this contributes to clinic performance and efficiency.
• Experienced in using coaching and influencing skills to get the best out of every colleague.

About Us

Medivet is a leading veterinary care provider, with practices across the UK including a number of 24-hour veterinary centres and referral centres. We also have a growing presence overseas with practices in France, Germany and Spain. We’re proud to support a large, connected and growing community of colleagues who provide exceptional care that’s always there. That’s more than a strapline for us, we truly believe every interaction we have matters and that we can make a real difference. This is the home of talented people like you who want to stand out in their field and whose compassion for animals goes way beyond their job. Join us and be part of our exciting plans for the future.