Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal

Boness Vets; Bedford; On-site; GBP 53,000 - 63,000; Part time

Job summary

A veterinary practice in Bedford is seeking a part-time Veterinary Surgeon to join their supportive team. You will provide consultations and surgical procedures for a variety of patients, with a focus on exceptional patient care. The role includes flexible hours and a great work-life balance, offering professional development opportunities and a competitive salary up to £63,000 DOE FTE.

Benefits

6.6 weeks annual leave

Private medical insurance

£1250 CPD allowance

Company pension scheme

Discounted treatment for pets

Qualifications

• Must be a qualified Veterinary Surgeon with relevant skills.
• Experience in a veterinary practice is preferred.
• Ability to work in a team and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Provide consultations and surgical procedures.
• Treat a variety of patients including cats, dogs, and exotics.
• Contribute to the team environment and community outreach.

Skills

Veterinary skills

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Qualified Veterinary Surgeon

Tools

Digital X-ray

Ultrasound Scanner

Job description

Join Our Supportive, Forward-Thinking Hospital Team

At Boness Veterinary Hospital, we’re looking for a dedicated and confident Veterinary Surgeon to join our friendly, experienced team. Whether you’re seeking a consulting-only role or ready to take on a new challenge, this is a fantastic opportunity to work in a forward-thinking environment where teamwork, learning, and exceptional patient care always come first.

A Modern Hospital with a Personal Touch

Our practice includes a modern, purpose-built hospital in Barton-Le-Clay and a local branch nearby, so you’ll spend time across both sites. The hospital features a spacious reception area with separate cat and dog waiting zones, four consulting rooms (including one dedicated to nurse consultations), a fully equipped prep and theatre area, dental suite, X-ray room, lab, dispensary, and a small cattery with separate kennels. There’s also a dedicated vet office for quiet admin time and a comfortable staff kitchen and break room - always stocked with plenty of refreshments and a well-filled biscuit tin.

A Varied Caseload to Keep You Engaged

We treat a wide variety of patients, from cats and dogs to rabbits, small furries, and the occasional chicken or exotic pet. As the local go-to practice, we also see wildlife brought in by the community, including birds of prey. Your day-to-day role will have a consultation focus, though if you prefer a consult-only position, we can accommodate that. Surgical procedures typically include lap spays, castrates, lump removals, and other routine operations.

Top-Tier Equipment to Support Your Skills

As a purpose-built hospital, we’re proud to offer a wide range of equipment including digital and dental X-ray, laparoscopic kit, endoscope and bronchoscope, a new ultrasound scanner, slit lamp, tonometers, and all the multi-parameter monitors and tools you need to deliver outstanding care. We’re also continuing to invest in our facilities and will soon be adding a CT scanner to further enhance our diagnostic capabilities.

A Supportive, Experienced Team

Our long-standing team includes 10 vets, 16 RVNs, seven client care team members, and a dedicated practice manager. Among us, we have certificate holders in Ophthalmology, ECC, Small Animal Medicine, Small Animal Surgery, and Endosurgery, alongside visiting specialists in Cardiology and Orthopaedics. Career development is something we take seriously - we’re always happy to support further training and certificates to help you reach your professional goals.

Flexible Hours and Great Work-Life Balance

This is a part-time position, working 26 hours per week across Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday. Our weekend rota is 1 in 3 Saturday mornings (8am-1pm), with no out-of-hours commitments as we’re a host practice for Vets Now giving you a great work-life balance.

Proud to Be Part of the Local Community

Boness Veterinary Hospital has been proudly serving the community since the 1990s, and we remain deeply involved in local life. Whether it’s supporting the local stray cat rescue, running the dog show at the annual summer fayre, or visiting schools to inspire the next generation of vets, we’re passionate about giving back and building strong community connections.

Life in Barton-Le-Clay

Barton-Le-Clay is a charming Bedfordshire village offering the best of both worlds, peaceful countryside living with excellent transport links to London, Luton, and Milton Keynes. The village has a strong community spirit, a selection of local shops and cafes, and beautiful countryside walks right on your doorstep, including the Barton Hills Nature Reserve. Whether you enjoy hiking, exploring local markets, or simply relaxing in a friendly village atmosphere, Barton-Le-Clay offers a welcoming place to call home.

Because our people matter

We recognise that our people are fundamental to the success of our business. Investing in our people, premises and processes is at the heart of what we do. In addition to a competitive base salary, you will benefit from;

Work life balance

• 6.6 weeks annual leave
• Additional holiday entitlement for your birthday

Wellbeing

• Private medical insurance
• Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Initiatives focused on employee wellbeing
• Non-accidental injury support

Development

• £1250 CPD allowance with 5 days paid pro-rata
• Certificate support
• Learning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia Academy
• Access to Vetlexicon – our online encyclopaedia provider
• All our Vets & Nurses can apply for research funding
• All our Vets get £1000 per annum to spend via our Care Fund
• Infection Prevention and Control Programme
• Quality Improvement Programme

Professional Memberships

• BVA membership
• VDS cover

Colleague Benefits

• Company pension scheme. IVC Evidensia will make a contribution as well
• Supporting a greener commute to work with a Cycle to Work scheme and Green Cars Scheme, subject to eligibility criteria
• Voluntary benefits: we give you the flexibility to choose from a range of voluntary benefits to suit you
• Access to discounts/cashback with hundreds of participating retailers
• Discounted treatment for your own pets at an IVC Evidensia practice

Up to £63,000 DOE FTE