Veterinary Surgeon 4 day/week – Independent Practice | Northwich, Cheshire, UK

Veterinary Staff; Northwich; On-site; GBP 59,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

RCVS

VDS

CPD support

Pension scheme

Annual leave increase

Social events

Job summary

The Vet Office in Northwich, Cheshire, UK, is recruiting an Experienced Veterinary Surgeon to join a friendly, well-established independent small animal practice. This is a fantastic opportunity for genuine clinical autonomy, excellent facilities and a supportive team environment, while maintaining a great work-life balance.

The role features a 4-day week, no out-of-hours and 1 in 3 Saturday mornings (8:30am–12:30pm).

Qualifications

• Experience in small animal general practice.
• Good medical and surgical skills.
• Confidence working independently.
• Excellent communication with clients and colleagues.
• Positive, team-focused attitude.
• Commitment to continuing clinical development.

Responsibilities

• Work independently within a collaborative team to deliver high-quality care.
• Provide medical and surgical services across small animals.
• Communicate clearly with clients and document case details.
• Maintain accurate clinical records and contribute to ongoing case discussions.

Skills

Small animal GP

Independent practice

Excellent communication

Clinical autonomy

Job description

Northwich, Cheshire, UK
Up to£65,000 DOE
4-day week | No OOH | 1:3 Saturday mornings

The Vet Office is recruiting an Experienced Veterinary Surgeon to join a friendly, well-established independent small animal practice in Northwich.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a vet looking for genuine clinical autonomy, excellent facilities and a supportive team environment — while maintaining a great work-life balance.

The Role

We are looking for an experienced vet who is confident working independently and enjoys being part of a collaborative team.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Experience across small animal general practice
• Good medical and surgical skills
• Confidence working independently
• Excellent communication skills with clients and colleagues
• A positive and team-focused attitude
• A genuine interest in continuing to develop clinically

Working Pattern

• 4-day working week
• No Out of Hours
• 1 in 3 Saturday mornings (8:30am–12:30pm)
• Excellent continuity of cases

Salary & Benefits

• Up to£65,000 depending on experience
• Paid RCVS, VDS and CPD support
• Discounts and pension scheme
• Annual leave increasing with length of service
• Regular social events
• Opportunities to develop your own clinical interests

The Practice

You will be joining a supportive team of vets, nurses and receptionists within a well-equipped independent practice.

Facilities include:

• Dedicated dental suite
• 3 theatres
• Tier 2 accredited facilities
• X-ray
• Ultrasound
• Endoscopy
• Electrosurgical equipment
• On-site laboratory
• Much more

If you are an experienced Veterinary Surgeon looking for a new opportunity within an independent practice where you can enjoy both clinical development and a great work-life balance, we would love to hear from you.

Apply confidentially through The Vet Office.