Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal

New Priory Vets Brighton; Lewes; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading veterinary practice in Lewes is seeking a full-time veterinarian to provide excellent clinical care and client consultation. The role involves working at multiple clinic sites with a competitive salary up to £65,000, along with comprehensive benefits including a £2,000 welcome bonus, generous holiday allowance, and robust CPD support. Join a collaborative team focused on high-quality veterinary services.

Benefits

6.6 weeks’ holiday including bank holidays

Private medical insurance

CPD allowance

BVA membership

Cycle to Work scheme

Retail discounts

Qualifications

• Experience in general practice veterinary services.
• Ability to perform surgeries and consultations effectively.
• Strong communication skills with clients and team.

Responsibilities

• Consult with clients and provide veterinary services.
• Care for inpatients and maintain client communication.
• Work part of a supportive team to ensure excellent clinical care.

Skills

Client consultation

Veterinary surgical skills

Inpatient care

Team collaboration

Job description

Overview

Brighton & Hove – Full Time role available. Competitive salary plus £2000 welcome bonus. Up to £65,000, depending on experience. Exciting, full-time role available working primarily at our main hospital site and cover for our 2 smaller sites.

Our Brighton Clinic is based within our flagship hospital in central Brighton. The clinic provides a comprehensive range of general practice veterinary services including medicine, surgery, radiography, CT, ultrasound and dentistry along with the support of nursing clinics – all bolstered by excellent hospital facilities. Patients of our Brighton clinic can also benefit from the on-site support of Brighton Veterinary Referrals if additional expertise is required. Our Peacehaven Clinic delivers advanced general practice services to clients on the coast, with access to the Brighton hospital facilities if required. Beech House is a small, first opinion practice based in the seaside town of Brighton & Hove. Brighton offers a vibrant culture, beach and seafront, with good transport links to London and Gatwick.

Responsibilities

• Consult with clients and provide veterinary services across general practice.
• Have dedicated operating days (at least 1 per week).
• Care for inpatients and maintain regular communication with clients to build your client base.
• Work as part of a supportive team to ensure excellent clinical care.

Hours

Hours will include 37.5 hours over 4 days per week, including weekends and bank holidays.

What we offer

• Proud to Be Part of IVC Evidensia
• Wellbeing and work-life balance prioritized; friendly, supportive environment
• 6.6 weeks’ holiday including bank holidays – plus your 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

Application

Apply today or get in touch for an informal, confidential chat.

Up to £65,000 DOE