Veterinary Surgeon

Prospect Health; Grays; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

In-house mentoring

Career development

Private healthcare

Pension scheme

Staff discounts

Free parking

Visa sponsorship support

Job summary

Prospect Health is seeking an experienced Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon to join a modern, well-equipped practice in Grays, Essex. The role offers a salary of £50,000-£70,000 DOE and flexible full-time or part-time arrangements with no out-of-hours duties.

You’ll work with a supportive team, access to advanced equipment, and mentoring to develop clinical interests and leadership skills, with clear progression toward Lead or Head Veterinary Surgeon.

Qualifications

• Qualified Veterinary Surgeon with RCVS registration or eligible to register.
• 3+ years UK small animal practice experience.
• Confident with routine surgery and clinical development.

Responsibilities

• Full-time or part-time role, typically 40–41 hours per week with flexibility.
• Varied small animal first-opinion caseload.
• Opportunity to develop into Lead or Head Veterinary Surgeon.
• No out-of-hours duties; weekend rota once every 4 weeks.

Skills

Leadership potential

Mentoring

Strong client care

Education

Qualified Veterinary Surgeon

Job description

Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon

Location: Grays, Essex

Salary: £50,000-£70,000 DOE

Full-Time or Part-Time | No Out-of-Hours

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon to join a modern, well-equipped practice in Grays, Essex, with the opportunity to progress into a Lead or Head Veterinary Surgeon position.

This role would suit a confident vet with at least three years' UK small animal practice experience, who is comfortable with routine surgery and keen to develop their clinical and leadership skills. An interest in internal medicine would be particularly welcome, although vets with other clinical interests are encouraged to apply.

You’ll be joining a supportive and progressive team, with access to experienced clinical leadership, advanced equipment and opportunities to develop your skills through mentoring and further qualifications.

The Role

• Full-time position, ideally 40-41 hours per week, with part-time applications also considered.
• Flexible working arrangements available.
• Varied small animal first-opinion caseload.
• Opportunity to develop into a Lead or Head Veterinary Surgeon role.
• One in four weekend rota, working Saturday 9am-6pm and Sunday 10:30am-4:30pm.
• Bank holiday cover on a rota basis.
• No out-of-hours responsibilities.
• Opportunities to develop clinical interests and take on greater responsibility within the team.

The Team and Practice Environment

You'll be joining an established team of veterinary surgeons, Registered Veterinary Nurses and Student Veterinary Nurses, supported by a Practice Manager, Reception Manager and Client Care team.

The practice has both clinical and management leadership on-site, creating a supportive environment where vets can access guidance and contribute to the development of the service.

The Clinical Director has over 18 years of UK veterinary experience, with postgraduate qualifications in small animal surgery and advanced orthopaedics, and is keen to support colleagues with clinical development and mentoring.

The practice is also a VetGDP training practice and welcomes certificate holders, as well as vets looking to pursue further qualifications.

Practice Facilities and Equipment

• Digital and dental radiography.
• Flexible endoscopy equipment for bronchoscopy, gastroscopy and colonoscopy.
• Access to CT imaging.
• Advanced orthopaedic equipment, including TPLO instrumentation.
• Equipment for cruciate, patella and fracture repair procedures.
• Laparoscopic equipment, including laparoscopic spay capability.
• Multiparameter monitoring.
• Nerve locator equipment.
• Infusion pumps and continuous rate infusion systems.
• Laser therapy.

The practice has particular strengths in orthopaedics and minimally invasive procedures, while offering opportunities to develop other areas of clinical interest, including internal medicine.

Key Skills, Qualifications and Requirements

• Qualified Veterinary Surgeon with current RCVS registration, or eligibility to register.
• Ideally at least three years' UK experience in small animal practice.
• Confident with routine surgical procedures.
• Strong consulting, communication and client care skills.
• An interest in internal medicine would be advantageous.
• Certificate holders and those working towards further qualifications are welcome.
• A proactive approach to clinical development and career progression.
• Leadership potential and an interest in mentoring or supporting colleagues.

Package and Benefits

• Salary of £50,000-£70,000, depending on experience.
• Flexible full-time or part-time working arrangements.
• In-house mentoring and career development.
• Support for further qualifications and certificate study.
• VetGDP training environment.
• Holiday allowance.
• Private healthcare and medical insurance following probation.
• Pension scheme.
• 20%% staff discount across selected veterinary, pet retail and grooming services.
• Additional retail discounts and cashback offers.
• Free car parking.
• Potential visa and sponsorship cost support for the right candidate.

Why Apply?

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Veterinary Surgeon looking to take the next step in their career, with genuine scope to progress into a Lead or Head Vet position.

You'll benefit from experienced clinical leadership, modern facilities and access to advanced surgical equipment, alongside support to develop your own clinical interests and pursue further qualifications.

With flexible working options and no out-of-hours duties, this role offers an appealing opportunity to combine clinical development with a supportive working environment.