Veterinary Surgeon | Eastbourne | £60000 - £80000 Per year | Full time

MedMatch Vets; Eastbourne; On-site; GBP 59,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CPD support

RCVS & VDS fees covered

20 days annual leave + birthday

Excellent nursing support

Long-term career progression

Job summary

MedMatch Vets in Eastbourne, East Sussex, seeks an experienced Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon to join a long-established independent practice. You will handle a varied small animal caseload, benefit from a four-day week with no out-of-hours commitments, and work within a supportive team focused on clinical development and excellent patient care.

The ideal candidate will be confident with routine consultations and surgery, delivering high standards of care while building lasting client

Qualifications

• Experienced small animal veterinary surgeon.
• Excellent client communication and case management.
• Comfort with routine consultations and surgery.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine consultations and surgical procedures for small animals.
• Contribute to a collaborative multidisciplinary team.
• Deliver high standards of patient care and client communication.

Skills

Small Animal Vet

Client communication

Teamwork

Education

Veterinary degree (DVM/BVMS)

Tools

Laparoscopy

Endoscopy

Modern diagnostics

Job description

Join a leading veterinary team as a Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon, located in a thriving community near Eastbourne, East Sussex. Take the next step in a rewarding veterinary career with a long-established independent practice that places genuine emphasis on clinical freedom, professional development, and work-life balance. Benefit from a four-day working week, no out-of-hours commitments, a varied small animal caseload, and the support of an experienced multidisciplinary team committed to delivering exceptional patient care.

About the Position:

• Salary from £65,000 (D.O.E.)
• Full-Time role - 4 days per week
• One in three Saturday mornings only
• No out-of-hours commitments required
• Ideal candidate must be confident with routine consultations and surgery
• Passionate about delivering high standards of patient care
• Convenient start date available

About the Practice:

• Independent practice with loyal established client base
• Four Veterinary Surgeons and five Registered Veterinary Nurses on-site
• Modern facilities supporting advanced surgical procedures
• Equipment includes laparoscopy, endoscopy and modern diagnostics
• Friendly collaborative team encouraging clinical development
• Excellent long-term career progression within growing practice

Additional Benefits:

• Clinical interests fully supported through generous CPD
• RCVS & VDS fees covered
• 20 days annual leave plus an extra day off for your birthday
• Supportive, experienced team with excellent nursing support
• Opportunity to build a long-term career within a growing independent practice

About You:

We're looking for an experienced Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon who enjoys building lasting client relationships and working as part of a collaborative team. You'll be confident with routine consultations and surgery, have excellent communication skills, and be looking for a practice where you can settle and develop for the long term.

For more information please also do not hesitate to call Crystal on 07955401385 and we would be happy to answer any questions you may have about this great opportunity.