Veterinary Surgeon — 4‑Day Week with Mentorship

The Vet Whetstone is the Trading Name of ABJV Ltd; Chipping Barnet; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 42,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday

Maternity leave

Paternity leave

Family leave

Private healthcare (from Apr 2027)

Employee Assistance Programme

Eye tests

Relocation package

CPD allowance £2,500

Professional memberships (BVA, VetLex)

RCVS/VDS fees covered

Staff discount

Occupational Health

Job summary

The Vet Whetstone is seeking a Veterinary Surgeon to join our team. You’ll develop clinical skills, work four days a week, and deliver first‑opinion care across consultations, routine surgery and unexpected cases.

Initially you’ll take sole charge on Thursdays, with support from our Clinical Director when available; duties include handling emergencies, building confidence, and contributing to a growing practice within Kin Vet Community UK.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years’ experience in veterinary practice
• Comfortable working independently and taking sole charge
• Experience in routine first‑opinion practice and routine surgery (dog/cat castrations)
• Ability to assess and manage basic emergency and critical care cases
• Calm and adaptable when unexpected cases arise
• Enjoys collaborating with colleagues and clients
• Willingness to pursue OV status long‑term (advantage)

Responsibilities

• Deliver first‑opinion care across consultations, routine surgery and unexpected cases
• Initially take sole-charge responsibility on Thursdays
• Manage emergencies and critical care when needed
• Support development of surgical skills through mentorship
• Contribute to a growing practice within Kin Vet Community UK

Skills

Sole charge

First‑opinion care

Surgical skills

Emergency/critical care

Client communication

Team collaboration

Learning mindset

Job description

The Vet Whetstone is seeking a Veterinary Surgeon to join our team. You’ll develop clinical skills, work four days a week, and deliver first‑opinion care across consultations, routine surgery and unexpected cases.

Initially you’ll take sole charge on Thursdays, with support from our Clinical Director when available; duties include handling emergencies, building confidence, and contributing to a growing practice within Kin Vet Community UK.