Veterinary Surgeon

Chattyvets; Rochester; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CPD support

Postgrad funding

Holiday entitlement

Pension plan

Telemedicine support

Health plan

Staff pet discount

Job summary

Chattyvets in the South of England seeks a full-time veterinary surgeon to join a well-established small animal hospital. You will work with a skilled team and benefit from a hybrid OOHs model with minimal night shifts, fostering work-life balance.

We offer a competitive salary, generous CPD support including funded postgraduate qualifications, comprehensive health and pension benefits, and a 33-day holiday allowance with staff discounts on services and products.

Qualifications

• Qualified veterinary surgeon with RCVS registration.
• Experience in general surgical and medical cases.

Responsibilities

• Perform general surgical and medical cases with degree of autonomy.
• Collaborate with a vibrant team of Vets, RVNs, PCAs and receptionists.
• Contribute to OOHs rota with minimal night shifts (1–2 per month).
• Support client communication and build trusted relationships with pet owners.

Skills

Surgical skills

Team player

Client-focused

Mentor

Job description

About the Practice & Location:

Nestled in a beautiful part of the South of England, this well-established Tier 1 Small Animal Hospital prides itself on providing progressive, high-quality veterinary care.

The practice is fully equipped with top-tier facilities, including:

• ultrasound & digital radiography
• Advanced dentistry & endoscopy
• Laparoscopic surgical equipment
• An in-house ICU
• A dedicated internal laboratory run by qualified lab technicians

In addition to first-opinion care, the hospital runs an active Ophthalmology referral service and hosts a weekly visiting Cert AVP surgeon for advanced orthopaedics. It’s a warm, inclusive, and energetic environment where case discussions, clinical meetings, and clinical freedom are genuinely encouraged.

About the Role & Team:

• Position: Full-Time Veterinary Surgeon
• Team: Working alongside a vibrant, skilled team of Vets, Registered Veterinary Nurses, PCAs, and Receptionists.
• OOHs / On-Call: Enjoy a fantastic work-life balance! The hospital operates a hybrid OOHs model where a dedicated night team handles the vast majority of overnight care. Your contribution to the OOHs rota is minimal and light—typically only 1-2 nights per month!

About You (To Be Considered)

The ideal candidate will bring enthusiasm, energy, and fresh ideas to the team.

You should be:

• Clinically Confident: Comfortable with general surgical and medical cases, diagnostic workups, and working with a degree of clinical autonomy
• A Team Player & Mentor: Enjoy collaborating, sharing knowledge, and supporting colleagues
• Client-Focused: Passionate about building strong, trusting relationships with pet owners
• Growth-Minded: Keen to continuously develop your skills, pursue further qualifications, or deepen your clinical interests

Benefits & Salary:

• Competitive Salary (commensurate with experience)
• Fees Covered: RCVS & VDS fees paid in full
• Exceptional CPD Support: Generous annual CPD allowance, access to 450+ courses, BSAVA library access, and fully funded postgraduate qualifications (CertAVP / PgCert) including exams and paid study leave!
• Holiday Allowance: Up to 33 days holiday per year (with the option to buy/sell extra leave)
• Pension Scheme: Generous employer contribution pension
• Specialist Support: Access to telemedicine specialists and regional clinical leads for complex case support
• Health & Wellbeing: Health cash plan, Employee Assistance Programme, and enhanced family leave policies
• Perks: 50% staff pet care discount on services, food, and medications