Veterinary Surgeon

MedMatch; Woodbridge; On-site; GBP 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

RCVS/VDS funded

CPD encouraged

25 days holiday

Pension plan

Private medical insurance

Cycle to work

Job summary

MedMatch in a friendly community practice near Woodbridge, Suffolk, is seeking a Veterinary Surgeon to join our team. This role blends hands-on clinical work with leadership responsibilities in a supportive, family‑oriented environment.

You will have autonomy to shape clinical standards, mentor colleagues and help drive the practice’s growth, with a balanced mix of consults and surgery and no out-of-hours duties.

Qualifications

• Registered veterinary surgeon with the UK RCVS or equivalent.
• Strong leadership and mentoring skills.
• Ability to drive clinical standards and growth.

Responsibilities

• Perform consults and surgeries with high clinical standards.
• Mentor junior vets and support team development.
• Help drive the practice growth and service quality.

Skills

Mentorship

Leadership

Clinical governance

Surgical skills

Team collaboration

Education

BVSc/BVMS Veterinary Degree

Job description

Explore a rewarding career path as a Veterinary Surgeon at a respected community practice near Woodbridge, Suffolk.

This is an exceptional opportunity to combine hands-on clinical work with genuine leadership responsibility. With autonomy to shape clinical standards, mentor colleagues and drive practice growth, the role offers a balanced mix of consults and surgery.

About the Position:

• Full-Time role available
• 1 in 4 Saturday mornings required
• Up to £60,000 per annum (D.O.E.)
• No out-of-hours or on-call duties
• Mix of consult and surgical days
• Flexible start date

About the Practice:

• Small animal progressive community practice
• Relocating to brand-new modern premises
• Own MiNight team providing OOH cover
• Supportive and close-knit veterinary team
• Strong focus on professional development
• Commutable from Ipswich and surrounding areas

Benefits:

• RCVS and VDS memberships funded
• CPD and further studies encouraged
• 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays
• Buy or sell additional annual leave
• Enhanced maternity and paternity benefits
• Workplace pension and Health Shield plan
• Private medical insurance available
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Discounted pet treatments and products
• Employee Assistance Programme available
• Save as You Earn scheme access