Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal

Pets 1st; Egham; On-site; GBP 59,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A veterinary clinic in Egham is looking for an experienced Veterinary Surgeon to join their team. The role offers clinical freedom, opportunities for specialization, and a commitment to professional development in a supportive environment. The clinic values teamwork and provides a variety of resources and benefits, ensuring a well-balanced work life while focused on excellent pet care.

Benefits

6.6 weeks’ holiday including bank holidays

Private medical insurance

Enhanced family-friendly leave and pay

Confidential Employee Assistance Programme

£1,250 CPD allowance + 40 hours paid CPD

Access to Vetlexicon online resources

World leading training centres

£1,250 annual Care Fund

BVA membership

VDS cover

RCVS fees

Cycle to Work and Green Car schemes

Reduced-cost veterinary care for pets

Retail discounts and cashback offers

Responsibilities

• Clinical freedom with a varied caseload.
• Opportunities to specialise and undertake advanced training.
• Support junior team members and provide clinical coaching.
• Participate in structured ward rounds each day.
• Communicate and collaborate effectively with the team.
• Take on more responsibility while developing skills.

Skills

Compassionate

Proactive

Adaptable

Experience in a busy hospital environment

Open to learning and advanced training

Job description

Pets1st, Runnymede Hill, Veterinary Hospital

Salary up to £70,000 DOE

Welcome bonus up to £5,000

Relocation Allowance up to £5,000

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Veterinary Surgeon to join our team at Pets 1st in Egham, Surrey. This role is ideal for a clinician ready to take on more responsibility, support junior members of the team, and continue developing their own skills in a well‑established practice. We have a longstanding team with a wealth of knowledge who put pet care at the heart of everything we do, with 4 vets supported by 6 RVN’s and 2 SVN’s, a clinical coach and a full reception team.

Responsibilities & Expectations

• Clinical freedom with a varied caseload
• Opportunities to specialise – e.g. certificate studies, specialist services, surgical expertise
• Support junior team members and clinical coaching
• Participate in structured ward rounds each day
• Communicate confidently and collaborate within the team to help our patients
• Take on more responsibility and continue developing your own skills in a well‑established practice

Work Hours

Our vets work a 4‑day week (40 hours): 8‑hour, 9‑hour and two 10.5‑hour shifts. Saturdays 8 am‑2 pm are equally shared. No out‑of‑hours, bank holiday or Sunday work.

Qualifications (implicitly)

• Compassionate, proactive and adaptable
• Experience in a busy hospital environment
• Open to learning and advanced training

Benefits

• 6.6 weeks’ holiday including bank holidays – plus birthday off
• Private medical insurance
• Enhanced family‑friendly leave and pay
• 24/7 confidential Employee Assistance Programme
• £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
• BVA membership
• VDS cover
• RCVS fees
• Cycle to Work and Green Car schemes (eligibility applies)
• Retail discounts and cashback offers
• Reduced‑cost veterinary care for your own pets

Our Hospital

• Separate dog and cat wards and waiting areas
• Three consult rooms, ICU, theatre, dental X‑ray, ultrasound, endoscopy, full in‑house lab

Our Team

Led by Clinical Director Andy and Deputy Clinical Director David – with over 20 years combined experience. We have 4 vets, 6 RVN’s, 2 SVN’s and a clinical coach.

Ready to Take the Next Step?

If you’re looking for a role that supports your ambitions and respects your work‑life balance, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today or get in touch for an informal, confidential chat.