Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal

IVC Evidensia Group; Bognor Regis; Remote; GBP 68,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation allowance

Job summary

Downland Vets in West Sussex’s Bognor Regis invites a veterinary surgeon to join a clinically driven team, offering a varied caseload across West Sussex practices with emergency work and sole-charge autonomy at smaller clinics. Flexible patterns can be discussed to fit your preferences.

You'll access advanced imaging and endoscopy to support medical and surgical cases, joining a culture of collaboration, clinical curiosity and high standards of patient care that underpins our veterinary team.

Qualifications

• Qualified Vet with RCVS registration (or eligible to register).
• Experience in clinical practice with growing confidence in routine medical and surgical cases.
• Strong communication and client relationship skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high standard patient and client care across varied caseload.
• Collaborate with wider practice team and support ongoing development.
• Contribute to clinical culture and knowledge sharing.

Skills

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Clinical skills

Education

Veterinary degree and RCVS registration

Tools

Ultrasound

Endoscopy

Job description

Downland Vets - Bognor Regis, Bognor Regis, South East

Salary up to £75,000 DOE / Relocation Allowance up to £5,000

Advanced diagnostics. Complex medical and surgical cases. A team of certificate holders who enjoy collaborating.

At Downland Veterinary Group, we're looking for a clinically driven Veterinary Surgeon to join our experienced West Sussex team.

The role offers variety across our West Sussex practices, combining the support and wider clinical exposure of working within our larger Bognor team, including emergency cases and inpatient care, with the autonomy of sole-charge work at our smaller clinics. The balance can be flexible, depending on your preferences and we're happy to discuss different working patterns to find the right fit.

You'll have access to advanced imaging and endoscopy, supporting both medical and surgical cases. Whether you're looking to consolidate your experience or continue developing your clinical interests, you'll be joining a team where collaboration, clinical curiosity and high standards of patient care matter.

As part of inspiring vet care, our people are at the heart of everything we do. As the UK's number one vet care provider, we're trusted with the care of over 2 million animals, delivering our purpose of healthier animals and happier owners.

Practice Highlights

• Experienced team of around 30 Veterinary Surgeons, supported by 70 nurses and 50 support colleagues across the group.
• Certificate holders in surgery, medicine, cardiology and imaging, with wider clinical interests including dermatology, oncology, emergency and critical care, and dentistry.
• Excellent facilities, including digital and dental X-ray, ultrasound, endoscopy, laparoscopy, surgical theatres and in-house laboratory.
• Flexible working options
• Established practice group, serving West Sussex since 1947, with clinics in Bognor, Chichester, Selsey and Barnham.
• Great location close to the South Coast and South Downs, with easy access to London and Gatwick.

How You’ll Make a Difference

As a Primary Care Veterinary Surgeon, you'll work collaboratively with the wider practice team to deliver a high standard of patient and client care across a varied and rewarding caseload.

You'll continue to develop your clinical skills and interests while sharing your knowledge and experience with colleagues, contributing positively to the clinical culture of the practice. You'll be an integral member of the clinical team, delivering excellent care and supporting the ongoing development of those around you.

You Might Be a Great Fit If...

You are a confident and motivated veterinary surgeon who enjoys working as part of a team and is committed to delivering high-quality patient and client care. You'll bring:

• A Veterinary degree and registration (or eligibility to register) with the RCVS
• Experience working in clinical practice with growing confidence in routine medical and surgical cases
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build effective relationships with clients and colleagues
• A proactive approach to learning, with openness to feedback and development
• Professionalism, reliability, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively
• A passion for delivering excellent patient and client care

We're open to candidates at different stages of their careers, provided you have the right approach to clinical work and teamwork.

How We'll Support You

At inspiring vet care, we're committed to supporting your ongoing development and wellbeing. When you join us, you'll benefit from:

• Clear career pathways with progression opportunities across primary care, referral, leadership, and specialist roles
• Funded learning and development including CPD allowance and access to IVC academy training centres & role-relevant courses
• £1,250 annual Care Fund for every vet
• Access to mentors, regional clinical coaches, and peer networks
• Support to develop clinical interests and expand your capabilities
• A collaborative, values-led culture focused on care, community, and continuous improvement

What We Offer Our Team

• Private medical