Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal

Crossroads Veterinary Centre; High Wycombe; Hybrid; GBP 59,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A veterinary practice in High Wycombe is seeking a full or part-time Veterinary Surgeon to join their friendly team. This role offers a supportive environment with no OOH or on-call requirements. The practice prioritizes work-life balance and offers a comprehensive benefits package including a £70,000 salary, relocation allowance, CPD funding, and flexible working hours.

Benefits

6.6 weeks annual leave

Private medical insurance

Enhanced family-friendly policies

Cycle to Work scheme

CPD allowance with 5 days paid

Discounted treatment for pets

Qualifications

• Flexibility to work across multiple branches.
• General veterinary duties for first opinion small animals.

Responsibilities

• Participate in collaborative practice among the team.
• Maintain a work-life balance with flexible rotas.

Job description

Overview

Salary up to £70,000 DOE, plus up to £5,000 Relocation Allowance and up to £5,000 Welcome Bonus. We are looking for a full or part-time Veterinary Surgeon to join our friendly team based in High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire. Professional and personal development is at the centre of our practice, with exposure to support your success. This role has no OOH or on-call.

About Us

Crossroads is a three-site small animal first opinion practice in High Wycombe, Hazlemere, and Watlington. Our modern facilities and supportive team provide a welcoming environment. As a training practice, we offer ample support to help new staff integrate and gain experience. We regularly gather for clinical discussions and maintain strong social connections within the practice and with local referral practices.

We have a dedicated team of 8 vets and 7 RVNs, supported by student nurses and PCAs. One of our vets is pursuing a surgery certificate, and we actively support further training for all team members. Head Receptionists lead our reception team, and the head and deputy head nurses support our nursing team.

This role will be divided between our 3 branches, usually High Wycombe and the branch closest to home, but travel to all branches will be required.

Role and Responsibilities

This position involves working across our three branches, with flexibility to divide time between them. The role includes general veterinary duties for first opinion small animals and participation in our team as we maintain a collaborative, supportive practice. There is no requirement for OOH or on-call shifts. Work-life balance and flexible rotas are prioritised, with weekend rota commitments shared among the team (3 in 7 weekends for full-time and pro-rata for part-time). We are open to discussing alternative working arrangements and shifts.

Work Life Balance

At Crossroads Veterinary Centre, we prioritise our team’s well-being. Flexible rotas and adaptable working hours are tailored to fit your lifestyle. There is a need to share in weekend rota commitments, with arrangements discussed on a case-by-case basis.

Benefits and Development

• Work life balance
• 6.6 weeks annual leave
• Additional holiday entitlement for your birthday
• Private medical insurance
• Enhanced family-friendly policies (maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay)
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Initiatives focused on employee wellbeing
• Non-accidental injury support
• £1250 CPD allowance with 5 days paid pro rata
• Certificate support
• Learning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia Academy
• Access to Vetlexicon online encyclopaedia
• Research funding opportunities for Vets & Nurses
• £1000 per annum Care Fund for Vets
• Infection Prevention and Control Programme
• Quality Improvement Programme
• BVA membership
• VDS cover
• Company pension scheme with employer contribution
• Cycle to Work and Green Cars schemes (subject to eligibility)
• Voluntary benefits package and employee discounts
• Discounted treatment for your own pets at an IVC Evidensia practice

Professional Memberships

• BVA membership
• VDS cover

Colleague Benefits

• Company pension scheme (employer contribution)
• Discounts and cashback with participating retailers
• Access to discounts for voluntary benefits
• Support for greener commuting options

Up to £70,000 DOE