Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal

British Veterinary Association; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate veterinarian to join a supportive team in a vibrant city. This full-time role offers a balance of consulting and surgery, allowing you to work with a diverse caseload, including exotic species. With a strong focus on teamwork and continuous learning, you will thrive in a collaborative environment that values your contributions. Enjoy flexible working patterns and a comprehensive benefits package, including generous annual leave and professional development opportunities. This is your chance to make a real difference in the lives of pets and their owners while enjoying the rich culture and community of Cambridge.

Benefits

6.6 weeks annual leave

Private Medical Insurance

Employee Assistance Programme

CPD allowance

Company pension scheme

Cycle to Work scheme

Discounted pet treatment

Voluntary benefits

Access to discounts with retailers

Qualifications

• Must have a veterinary degree and experience in small animal practice.
• Strong skills in surgery and client management are essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform consultations and surgeries while building client relationships.
• Collaborate with a team to provide high-quality veterinary care.

Skills

Veterinary Medicine

Surgery

Client Relationship Management

Exotic Animal Care

Education

Veterinary Degree

Tools

Clinical Software

Imaging Equipment

Job description

Salary up to £55,000 and up to £5,000 welcome bonus

Are you looking for a fulfilling veterinary role within a supportive, experienced team? At Cambridge Veterinary Group, we're excited to welcome a new colleague to our friendly, well-established practice in the heart of this vibrant and historic city. Whether you're looking to grow your clinical skills or simply want to be part of a welcoming and collaborative team, this could be the perfect next step in your career.

A Modern Practice with a Personal Touch

As a medium-sized, single-site practice, we take pride in delivering high-quality, personalised care to a loyal client base. Our modern facilities are thoughtfully designed to support both patient wellbeing and team efficiency. We have three bright consulting rooms, a dedicated prep area, separate cat and dog wards, an isolation unit, a fully equipped theatre, and an imaging room to ensure smooth case management.

We're a small animal practice with a varied caseload that includes cats, dogs, and a wide range of exotic species which is perfect for someone who enjoys diversity in their clinical day. Your role will be a balance of consulting and surgery, with just over half of your time spent building relationships with clients and their pets. Routine procedures and staged dentistry make up the majority of surgical cases, and more complex or orthopaedic procedures are referred as needed.

Teamwork That Makes a Difference

You'll be joining a close-knit team of seven vets, eight RVNs, and nine dedicated support staff. Among us, we hold four certificates and benefit from a wide range of clinical expertise, including in exotics, which we're well known for. Our nursing team plays a key role in patient care and practice life, running their own clinics that focus on everything from vaccinations and preventative healthcare to nutrition, senior pet support, and wellness checks.

We're proud of our collaborative and kind working culture. Clinical meetings, M&M reviews, and case discussions are all part of our routine, helping us maintain high standards and continuously learn from one another. We're also fortunate to host a visiting professor of ophthalmology who works closely with the team, providing mentorship and specialist insight.

Rooted in the Community

Giving back is something we're genuinely passionate about. We work closely with local animal welfare organisations including Cats Protection and the RSPCA, supporting pets and their owners across the wider community.

Fix or flex - work life balance that works for you

We offer flexible working patterns that flex with you and your lifestyle. Whether you are looking to flex your rota hours to balance the school holidays, fix to navigate the school runs or just looking to strike that balance between home and work life. We can offer flexibility that actually works for you.

This is a full-time position of four 10-hours days, a mixture of consults and surgery, with a share in the weekend rota of Saturday morning consultations and responsibility for any inpatient care over the weekend. An hour's lunch break is scheduled along with consults finishing 30 minutes before the end of the day. Out-of-hours care is provided by a local centre, there is no on-call.

Discover Life in Cambridge

Cambridge is a vibrant and historic city, famous for its world-class university, stunning architecture, and rich cultural heritage. The city offers a perfect blend of tradition and innovation, with charming cobbled streets, scenic green spaces, and the tranquil River Cam. From punting along the river to exploring museums, lively markets, and an exciting food and arts scene, Cambridge provides an outstanding quality of life.

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, inclusive of bank holidays

Additional holiday entitlement for your birthday

Wellbeing

Private Medical Insurance

Employee Assistance Programme: 24/7 confidential helpline

Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay

Initiatives focused on colleague wellbeing

Development

£1250 CPD allowance with 40 hours paid CPD leave 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 £1250 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