Veterinary Surgeon (Small Animal)

MedMatch; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working patterns

No out-of-hours

1 in 4 Saturday mornings

6.6 weeks annual leave incl Bank Hols

CPD budget

RCVS and VDS fees paid

Private medical insurance

Enhanced family leave

Pension scheme

Job summary

MedMatch is seeking a Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon to join our caring and supportive team near Kesgrave, Suffolk. You will work with experienced vets and support staff in a positive, low-pressure environment, with a mix of consults and routine surgery to develop your clinical interests.

Offers flexible working patterns (full or part-time), no out-of-hours, generous annual leave, CPD budget, and fees paid for RCVS/VDS, private medical insurance, and wellbeing support.

Qualifications

• RCVS-registered Veterinary Surgeon
• Confident with routine consultations and surgery
• Open to recent graduates and team-oriented

Responsibilities

• Mix of consults, routine surgery, and case continuity.
• Protected admin and CPD time.
• Lead or pursue a certificate.
• Relaxed, family-feel team environment

Skills

RCVS-registered Vet Surgeon

Surgery

Consultations

Tools

Digital X-ray

Ultrasound

In-house Laboratory

Job description

Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon – Kesgrave, Suffolk

Salary up to £55,000 (D.O.E.)

Flexible Working

No OOH

We’re looking for a caring and capable Small Animal Vet to join a supportive and friendly team near Kesgrave, Suffolk. Whether you’re early in your career or an experienced clinician, this role offers a healthy work-life balance, strong clinical support, and flexibility to suit your lifestyle.

What’s on Offer

• Flexible working patterns – full or part-time considered
• No out-of-hours or Sunday work
• 1 in 4 Saturday mornings only
• 6.6 weeks annual leave including Bank Holidays
• Generous CPD budget with support for certificates
• RCVS and VDS fees paid
• Private medical insurance and enhanced family leave
• Pension scheme, life assurance & employee wellbeing support

The Role

You’ll work with a team of experienced vets, RVNs, and support staff in a positive, low-pressure environment. With a mix of consults, routine surgery, and case continuity, this is a role where you can thrive and develop in line with your clinical interests.

• Protected admin and CPD time
• Opportunity to lead or pursue a certificate
• Relaxed, family-feel team environment

About the Practice

This RCVS-accredited, purpose-built small animal practice is well-equipped with digital x-ray, ultrasound, in-house laboratory, and separate dog and cat wards. Located in the charming town of Woodbridge, you’ll enjoy a scenic setting, local amenities, and easy access to the Suffolk coast.

Who We’re Looking For

• RCVS-registered Veterinary Surgeon
• Confident with routine consultations and surgery
• Friendly, team-oriented, and focused on patient care
• Open to both experienced vets and recent graduates