Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal

Ivc; Eling; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Six weeks holiday

Family leave

BVA/VDS/RCVS cover

Cycle to work

Discounts & offers

Pet care discount

Job summary

Midforest Vets, part of ivc, is seeking a Veterinary Surgeon to join our friendly team in West Totton, Hampshire. We offer a varied first-opinion caseload across cats, dogs, rabbits and guinea pigs, with dental and surgical focus, supported by experienced colleagues.

We provide a collaborative environment with CPD opportunities, clinical mentorship, and a generous benefits package including private medical insurance and substantial holiday entitlement.

Responsibilities

• See a varied caseload of cats, dogs, rabbits and guinea pigs with consultations, surgery and medical workups.
• Opportunity to follow your own cases and build strong relationships with clients and pets.
• Busy dentistry caseload and opportunities to develop clinical skills.
• CPD and certificate study actively encouraged with team support.
• No out-of-hours or on-call commitments, supporting genuine work-life balance.

Job description

Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal Midforest Veterinary Practice - West Totton, Hampshire Salary up to £70,000 DOE, welcome bonus up to £5,000 and relocation allowance up to £5,000

At inspiring vet care, our people are at the heart of everything we do. As the UK’s number one vet care provider, we're trusted with the care of over 2 million animals, delivering our purpose of healthier animals and happier owners.

For over 40 years, Midforest Vets, part of ivc, has been part of the local community, building lasting relationships with generations of clients and their pets.

Now, we're looking for a Veterinary Surgeon to join our friendly team and become part of a practice where you can enjoy your clinical work, develop your interests and have the support of an experienced team around you.

First Opinion With Plenty of Variety

If you enjoy the variety of first-opinion practice, you'll feel right at home here.

You'll see a varied caseload of cats, dogs, rabbits and guinea pigs, with a great mix of consultations, surgery and medical work-ups. You'll have the opportunity to follow your own cases and build strong relationships with both clients and their pets.

There's also a busy dentistry caseload, making this a great opportunity for a vet who enjoys surgery and wants to develop their clinical skills further.

Whatever your interests, you'll have the clinical freedom to develop them and the support to keep learning.

A Team That Has Your Back

You'll be joining a close team of four Veterinary Surgeons, six experienced RVNs and a dedicated Client Care Team who genuinely enjoy working together.

With certificate holders in ultrasound and dentistry already within the team, there's plenty of knowledge to share and colleagues to learn from. CPD and certificate study are actively encouraged, so whether you want to deepen an existing interest or discover something new, we'll support you.

Great Facilities Across Two Sites

Working across our Totton and Lyndhurst practices, you'll have access to modern facilities including digital and dental radiography, ultrasound and a fully equipped in-house laboratory.

You'll have the tools and equipment to investigate your cases thoroughly and provide a high standard of patient care, while benefiting from the experience and support of the wider team.

Work-Life Balance That Really Matters

Full-time hours are worked across four 10-hour days, with just 1:5 Saturday mornings (8:30am-12:30pm), worked as sole charge. There are no out-of-hours or on-call commitments, allowing you to enjoy a genuine work-life balance while pursuing a rewarding veterinary career.

Enjoy Life in West Totton

Perfectly positioned on the edge of the New Forest National Park, West Totton offers the best of both worlds. Spend your free time exploring beautiful woodland walks, cycling trails and stunning coastline, while benefiting from excellent transport links to Southampton, Winchester and the South Coast. With great local amenities, a welcoming community and endless outdoor adventures right on your doorstep, it's a fantastic place to live, work and unwind.

How We'll Support You

At inspiring vet care, we're committed to supporting your ongoing development and wellbeing. When you join us, you'll benefit from:

• Clear career pathways with progression opportunities across primary care, referral, leadership, and specialist roles
• Funded learning and development including CPD allowance and access to IVC academy training centres & role-relevant courses
• £1,250 annual Care Fund for every vet
• Access to mentors, regional clinical coaches, and peer networks
• Support to develop clinical interests and expand your capabilities
• A collaborative, values-led culture focused on care, community, and continuous improvement

What We Offer Our Team

• 6.6 weeks' holiday including bank holidays
• Private medical insurance
• Enhanced family leave and pay across maternity, paternity, adoption and surrogacy
• 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

We're committed to supporting our people through career development opportunities, wellbeing initiatives and access to world-class learning resources.

Whether you're just starting out or looking to take the next step in your career, inspiring vet care offers the support, opportunity and community to help you grow.

£0 - £70,000 a year

Up to £70,000 pa DOE