Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal

British Veterinary Association; Haverfordwest; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading veterinary group in Haverfordwest as a Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon. This role offers flexible work patterns, a supportive team, and opportunities for professional development. With a competitive salary and a culture that prioritizes work-life balance, you will thrive in a beautiful coastal setting while providing top-notch care to pets.

Benefits

Private Medical Insurance

Employee Assistance Programme

£1250 CPD allowance

6.6 weeks annual leave plus additional birthday holiday

Cycle to Work scheme

Discounted treatment for your own pets

Regular social events

Qualifications

• Experience in veterinary practice is encouraged.
• Interest in orthopaedics or surgery is a plus.
• Willingness to develop skills in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform veterinary surgeries and consults.
• Support the team in advanced soft tissue and orthopaedic surgeries.
• Participate in practice development and ongoing education.

Skills

Team Collaboration

Veterinary Skills

Surgery

Education

Qualified Veterinary Surgeon

Job description

Salary up to £65,000 DOE

Welcome Bonus up to £5,000

Relocation Allowance up to £5,000

Haverfordwest, Pembrokeshire | Full-time, Part-time, or Job Share

Shape your future with us at The Oak Veterinary Group!

We're excited to be seeking to hire 2 Small Animal Veterinary Surgeons to join our friendly and progressive team in the heart of Pembrokeshire.

The Oak Veterinary Group, professional and personal development is a priority. You'll have the support & freedom to grow your skills, explore clinical interests, and benefit from a collaborative team that values confidence-building and knowledge-sharing. Whether you're early in your career or bringing years of experience, we'll support you every step of the way.

Where You'll Work:

Our primary site is in Haverfordwest, with opportunities to rotate through our branches in Fishguard and St David's - all nestled along the stunning Pembrokeshire coastline. Our region is known for its natural beauty, featuring over 180 miles of coastal path, 58 beaches, and 14 harbours.

Our Facilities:

Haverfordwest: Surgery, dentistry, in-house lab, ultrasound, radiography, and endoscopy.

Fishguard: Surgery, Consults. We also have on this site a Dedicated rehab centre with an aquatic treadmill, physiotherapy, acupuncture, laser & massage therapy, internal lab, and surgical suite

Our Team:

You'll join a talented and supportive group of:

1 Head Vet, 5 Vets (including an Advanced Practitioner in Small Animal Surgery and an Exotics Cert holder)

4 RVNs & 4 SVNs

Practice Manager, Reception Coordinator & Support Team

We regularly perform advanced soft tissue and orthopaedic surgeries in-house, offer acupuncture, and support ongoing development-including via the IVC Evidensia Graduate Scheme.

Rota & Flexibility:

We offer genuine flexibility with patterns to suit your lifestyle-full-time, part-time, or job share all considered.

Hours: 8:30am-7:00pm weekdays with up to an hour lunch break

Saturdays: 8:30am-1:30pm on rota

OOH: External provider, with some inpatient care support as needed

We understand how important work-life balance is and strive to ensure our vets have time for life outside of practice. Whether it's the school run or condensed hours, we're here to make it work for you.

Culture & Perks:

Friendly, effective team with regular socials (team building days, Christmas parties, and more!)

Stunning location for outdoor lovers-beaches, hiking, water sports, and more

Welcoming environment for experienced vets or those still finding their niche

Interest in orthopaedics or surgery? We'll help you develop it!

Because our people matter

We recognise that our people are fundamental to our success. 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- increasing with length of service!

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 37.5 hours paid CPD leave (part time pro rata)

Certificate supported and encouraged

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, Pro rata

Infection Prevention and Control Programme

Quality Improvement Programme

Professional Memberships

BVA membership

VDS cover

RCVS fees

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

Staff Discounted treatment for your own pets at an IVC Evidensia practice