Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal

Shield Veterinary Centre; Eastleigh; On-site; GBP 59,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A veterinary clinic in Eastleigh is seeking a dedicated Veterinary Surgeon to join their team. The role involves performing standard veterinary duties including surgeries and consultations. This position can be full-time or part-time, with typical shifts from 8 am to 6 pm or 9 am to 7 pm and includes benefits such as 6.6 weeks of holiday, a £1,250 CPD allowance, and support for professional memberships. The salary can go up to £70,000 depending on experience.

Benefits

6.6 weeks holiday including bank holidays

Private medical insurance

24/7 Employee Assistance Programme

£1,250 CPD allowance

Retail discounts

Reduced-cost veterinary care for pets

Qualifications

• Must be a qualified Veterinary Surgeon.
• Experience in surgery and consultation is necessary.
• Ability to work in a team-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform surgery and consultations.
• Manage veterinary responsibilities at the practice.
• Participate in a 1 in 4 Saturday morning rota.

Skills

Surgery

Consultation

Dental X-ray

Ultrasound

Education

Veterinary Degree

Tools

Digital X-ray machine

Dental machine

Multi parameters machine

Job description

Overview

We are looking for a dedicated Veterinary Surgeon to join our fantastic team at Shield Vets on a full-time or part-time basis.

Find a place to excel. Our practices are situated between Southampton and Portsmouth, with easy train access to London. We have both the New Forest National Park and the South Downs National Park on our doorsteps as well as access to the sea. This is a great opportunity for a like-minded individual to join our close-knit group, who put pet care at the centre of everything they do.

This role will entail all standard vet responsibilities including surgery and consults. The role will mainly be based at our Bishops Waltham branch, with the occasional shift at our Hedge End branch.

This is a full or part time position. Our typical shifts are 8am-6pm and 9am-7pm. With full-time having a fixed day off a week. Saturday mornings are on a 1 in 4 rota.

Proud to be part of IVC Evidensia.

At IVC Evidensia, we’re driven by the passion and commitment of our people - across clinical, operational, and support teams. With over 2,500 clinics and hospitals in 20 countries and around 41,000 employees, we work together to care for around 25,000 animals every day. United by a shared purpose - Healthy Animals, Happy Owners - we’re proud to champion long-term animal health and welfare through the dedication of every individual across our international network.

State of the art equipment

Our practice is well-equipped with fantastic facilities including dental x-ray, dental machine, digital x-ray machine, separate cat/dog waiting areas, a theatre and prep area, 2 consult rooms, multi parameters machine, ultrasound and idexx lab equipment.

Benefits at a Glance

Work-life Balance & Wellbeing

• 6.6 weeks’ holiday including bank holidays - plus your birthday off

Private medical insurance

• Enhanced family-friendly leave and pay

• 24/7 confidential Employee Assistance Programme

Development

• £1,250 CPD allowance + 40 hours paid CPD
• Certificate and advanced learning support & Access to Vetlexicon online resources
• World leading IVC Evidensia Training Centres
• £1,250 annual Care Fund for every vet

Professional Memberships

• BVA membership
• VDS cover
• RCVS fees

Colleague Benefits

• Cycle to Work and Green Car schemes (eligibility applies)
• Retail discounts and cashback offers
• Reduced-cost veterinary care for your own pets

Apply today or get in touch for an informal, confidential chat.

Up to £70,000 DOE