Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal

Priory Vets - Cardigan Small Animal Surgery; Cardigan; Hybrid; GBP 59,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A veterinary practice in Cardigan is seeking a Veterinary Surgeon for a multi-site role across Cardigan, Lampeter, and Crymych. The position offers a salary of up to £70,000, flexible working hours, and no out-of-hours duties. Candidates must hold a veterinary degree and be RCVS registered, with support for continuing education and a relocation allowance available.

Benefits

Relocation allowance

6.6 weeks holiday

Private medical insurance

CPD funding and support

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• Must be a qualified Veterinary Surgeon with RCVS registration.
• Experience in surgery and consulting preferred.
• Ability to work in a team and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Provide veterinary care across multiple sites.
• Manage a varied caseload with no out-of-hours work.
• Support team members and contribute to the practice.

Skills

Clinical expertise

Surgery skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Vet degree

RCVS registration

Tools

Digital x-ray

Ultrasound

In-house laboratories

Job description

Veterinary Surgeon - Multi-Site Role, South Wales

Salary: Up to £70,000 DOE

Relocation Allowance: Up to £5,000

Locations: Cardigan, Lampeter & Crymych

Flexible Working | No OOH | Certificate Support | Multi-Site Variety

Are you a Veterinary Surgeon looking for a role that offers variety, clinical freedom, and genuine work-life balance? Join us at Priory Vets, where you'll work across three of our friendly and well-equipped practices in Cardigan, Lampeter, and Crymych.

We’re a supportive, RCVS GP-accredited practice group with a fantastic mix of clinical expertise and a collaborative team ethos. Whether your interests lie in surgery, consulting, or a blend of both, we’ll work with you to shape a role that suits your skills and aspirations.

What We Offer:

*A varied caseload across 3 established practices

*A typical full-time role of 40 hours across 4 days - but we're flexible!

*No out-of-hours or on-call work

*Opportunity to focus on consulting-only roles if preferred

*Certificate support and CPD encouraged and funded

*Relocation package available up to £5,000

Our Team & Facilities:

You’ll be joining a skilled team of:

*9 Vets - including expertise in orthopaedics, keyhole surgery, ultrasound, and dental radiography (training available)

*11 Registered Veterinary Nurses - including a CertECC holder

*11 Support Staff - including experienced VCAs and client care advisors

Each site is well-equipped with:

*Digital x-ray & dental x-ray

*Ultrasound

*In-house laboratories

High-standard inpatient care facilities

We have a loyal client base and take pride in continuity of care. We're also deeply involved in our local communities and support local charities and rescue centres.

A Team that Cares:

At Priory Vets, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We have a warm, sociable team culture, and we believe a happy team means better care for our patients. While there's no obligation, many of us enjoy socialising outside of work too.

The Location:

Based in the beautiful surroundings of West Wales, you’ll enjoy a stunning mix of coastline, countryside, and community. From peaceful beaches to scenic walks, it's a wonderful place to live and work.

Because Our People Matter

We know our success is built on the wellbeing and development of our teams. As part of IVC Evidensia, you’ll have access to industry-leading benefits, including:

Work-Life Balance

*6.6 weeks holiday (including bank holidays)

*Additional day off for your birthday

Wellbeing

*Private Medical Insurance

*Employee Assistance Programme (24/7 support)

*Enhanced family-friendly policies

*Initiatives focused on colleague wellbeing

Learning & Development

*£1,250 CPD allowance + 40 hours paid CPD leave (pro rata)

*Certificate support and access to the IVC Evidensia Academy

*Vetlexicon access

*Research funding opportunities

*£1,250 annual Care Fund allocation

*Participation in our Infection Prevention & Control and Quality Improvement Programmes

Professional Memberships

*RCVS fees

*VDS cover

*BVA membership

Additional Benefits

*Pension scheme (with IVC Evidensia contributions)

*Cycle to Work and Green Car schemes (eligibility applies)

*Access to discounted pet care across our network

*Discounts and cashback through a wide range of retailers

Salary up to £70,000 /year DOE