Veterinary Surgeon

JR United Kingdom; Yeovil; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading veterinary practice in Yeovil is seeking an experienced Veterinary Surgeon to join their team. With modern facilities and a supportive culture, this role offers exciting clinical freedom and development opportunities, while ensuring a healthy work-life balance. A comprehensive benefits package includes competitive salary, bonuses, and ample leave, making this an ideal opportunity for a dedicated professional looking to advance their career.

Benefits

6.6 weeks annual leave + birthday off

Private medical insurance

Cycle to Work scheme

Research & Care Fund allowance

Funded certificates and structured career support

Qualifications

• Qualified MRCVS with experience in general practice.
• Confident in routine small animal medicine and surgery.
• Passionate about clinical standards and CPD.

Responsibilities

• Shape clinical caseload around interests.
• Participate in routine surgery and medicine.
• Collaborate with a team in a supportive culture.

Skills

Routine small animal medicine

Surgery

Team collaboration

Clinical standards

Education

MRCVS qualification

Job description

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Veterinary Surgeon – Up to £75,000 + Welcome & Relocation Bonus

Are you an experienced Veterinary Surgeon looking for a fulfilling role with excellent clinical freedom and a healthy work-life balance? We are currently recruiting on behalf of a thriving, two-site small animal practice based in Yeovil and surrounding area, where the team is passionate about development, teamwork, and delivering outstanding care.

? What’s on Offer:

• Salary: Up to £75,000 DOE
• Welcome Bonus: Up to £5,000
• Relocation Allowance: Up to £8,000
• No Out-of-Hours or Emergency Work
• Flexible Working Options: Full-time (4.5 days/week) or part-time
• Saturday rota: 1 in 3 mornings only

This role offers the opportunity to shape your clinical caseload around your interests – whether you're passionate about surgery, internal medicine, dentistry, or imaging, you’ll be supported to grow in that direction.

? About the Practice

• Two-site small animal practice with modern facilities
• Recently expanded into a brand-new, fully equipped branch
• Digital DR radiography, ultrasound, in-house lab, and dedicated dental theatre
• Team includes certificate holders and experienced vets
• Strong focus on laparoscopic procedures
• Culture of openness, honesty, and collaboration
• No OOH, providing a healthy work-life balance

The practice is committed to individual development with access to leadership opportunities, support for certificates, and internal mentoring.

? The Ideal Candidate Will Be:

• A qualified MRCVS with experience in general practice
• Confident in routine small animal medicine and surgery
• Passionate about clinical standards, CPD and team collaboration
• Looking to work in a positive, supportive culture
• Interested in furthering your career with long-term development prospects

? Why You'll Love This Role:

• 6.6 weeks annual leave + your birthday off
• Private medical insurance
• Enhanced family-friendly policies
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Research & Care Fund allowance
• Funded certificates and structured career support

Whether you're looking to build a niche in surgery, take on more responsibility, or simply join a great team in a picturesque location, this role in Somerset and Dorset ticks all the boxes.