Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal

IVC Evidensia; Burry Port; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a dedicated Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon to join their supportive team in a picturesque coastal setting. This role offers flexible working patterns, no out-of-hours or bank holiday shifts, and a commitment to work-life balance. With a focus on preventative care and strong client relationships, you’ll thrive in a close-knit environment where your wellbeing is prioritized. Enjoy a generous CPD allowance, private medical insurance, and a range of benefits that enhance your professional journey. If you’re passionate about veterinary care and want to make a difference, this is the opportunity for you.

Benefits

Private Medical Insurance

Cycle to Work Scheme

Enhanced Family-Friendly Policies

Mental Health Support

Discounted Veterinary Treatment

Annual Leave (6.6 weeks)

Birthday Off

Pension Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

CPD Allowance

Qualifications

• Looking for RCVS-registered Small Animal Vet with solid clinical skills.
• Must value preventative care and have strong client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent care to small animals in a supportive team.
• Conduct diagnostics and surgeries with a focus on client relationships.

Skills

Small Animal Surgery

Diagnostics

Client Communication

Team Collaboration

Education

RCVS Registration

Tools

Digital X-ray

Ultrasound

Endoscope

IDEXX Lab Machines

Job description

Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal Full-time, Part-time, Flexible

Salary: Up to £65,000 DOE (pro-rata)

Welcome bonus: up to £5000

Relocation allowance: up to £5000

Join Our Team

If you’re looking for a practice that values you, supports your growth, and happens to be minutes from the sea - then Alpha Veterinary Practice could be your next adventure.

Discover Veterinary Life by the Coast

Are you a dedicated Vet looking to join a friendly, supportive team in a scenic coastal setting? At Alpha Veterinary Practice, we combine excellent clinical standards with a strong team culture and work-life balance, all within walking distance of the beach. Whether you’re seeking full-time, part-time or flexible working, we’d love to hear from you.

About Us

Located in the picturesque town of Burry Port near Llanelli, our practice is moments from Pembrey Country Park, Blue Flag beaches, and the Gower and Pembrokeshire coastlines. The surgery is just one minute from the train station, making commuting easy and convenient.

We are a small, busy practice with a fantastic community feel and modern facilities, including:

*Digital X-ray

*Dental X-ray (coming soon)

*Ultrasound

*Endoscope

*Orthopaedic kit

*IDEXX in-house lab machines

Our clinical spaces include three consultation rooms, an operating theatre, dedicated prep area, and a combined X-ray and dental suite.

The Team

We’re proud of our tight-knit and supportive team, which includes:

*1 Clinical Director (also a holder of a Small Animal Acupuncture Certificate)

*2 Vets

*1 Head Nurse

*3 Registered Veterinary Nurses (RVNs)

*1 Veterinary Care Assistant (VCA)

*3 Receptionists

*1 Practice Manager

Our ethos is simple: happy staff provide the best care. We’ve fostered a working environment where wellbeing comes first and laughter is encouraged. Our recent IVC Evidensia engagement survey reflected this, with fantastic scores for team cooperation and leadership.

What We Offer

Flexible working patterns - full-time, part-time, or tailored hours to suit you

*No out-of-hours or bank holiday work

*15-minute consults as standard

*Daily protected admin time (30 minutes)

*A warm, close-knit team environment

About You

We’re looking for a Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon who:

*Is RCVS-registered and confident with small animal work

*Has solid clinical skills in diagnostics and surgery

*Values preventative care and strong client relationships

*Communicates clearly and listens actively

*Works well within a team and stays calm under pressure

Because Our People Matter

We know that looking after our team is essential. That’s why we offer:

Work-Life Balance

*6.6 weeks annual leave (including bank holidays)

*An additional day off on your birthday

Wellbeing

*Private medical insurance

*24/7 Employee Assistance Programme

*Enhanced family-friendly policies

*Mental health support

*Cycle to Work scheme & Green Car scheme

Development

*£1,250 CPD allowance + 5 days paid leave (pro rata)

*Certificate support

*Access to IVC Evidensia Academy and Vetlexicon

*£1,250 annual Care Fund allocation for patient welfare

*Research funding opportunities

Professional Fees

*RCVS registration

*BVA membership

*VDS cover

Other Benefits

*Pension scheme with employer contribution

*Discounted veterinary treatment for your pets

*Pawsome Benefits platform - access to hundreds of discounts and cashback deals

Salary up to £65,000 /year DOE