Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal

White Cross Vets; Northampton; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

6.6 weeks' holiday including bank

Private medical insurance

Enhanced family leave and pay

BVA membership

VDS cover

RCVS fees

Cycle to Work

Green Car schemes

Retail discounts

Reduced-cost veterinary care for own_p

Job summary

White Cross Vets in Northampton is seeking a part-time Veterinary Surgeon to join their team on a permanent basis. This role is primarily a consulting position with some operating time discussed if desired, and full certificate support is available.

You'll work with a friendly, experienced team using modern diagnostics and equipment, delivering high-quality patient care across a varied caseload while contributing to the clinic's collaborative culture and ongoing development of peers.

Qualifications

• Qualified veterinary degree and RCVS registration or eligibility.
• Experience in clinical practice with confidence in routine cases.
• Strong communication and client relation skills.
• Proactive learner with openness to feedback and development.
• Professional, reliable and capable of working both independently and with a team.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality patient and client care across a varied caseload.
• Collaborate with the wider team to maintain clinical standards.
• Opportunities for operating time discussed if preferred and appropriate.

Skills

RCVS registration

Clinical experience

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Willingness to learn

Education

Veterinary degree

Tools

Digital X-ray

Ultrasound

Tonovet

Idexx ProCyte DX

Idexx Catalyst One

Idexx Sedivue DX

Microscope

ECG machine

Doppler

Job description

Our wonderful practice in White Cross Vets, Northampton is looking for a part-time Veterinary Surgeon to join their team on a permanent basis. This is mainly a consulting role, but some operating time can be discussed if preferred. Also, we're thrilled to offer full certificate support for any candidates that require it.

About Us

Our fantastic team is currently made up of 5 Veterinary Surgeons (2 with medicine certificates, and one with an imaging certificate), 5 Registered Veterinary Nurses, a Student Nurse, and 3 Client Care Coordinators (one with a VCA qualification). We're a well-equipped site with digital x-ray, a new ultrasound machine, tonovet, Dental x-ray, idexx procyte dx haematology, idexx catalyst one biochemistry, idexx sedivue dx, new microscope, otoscope/ophthalmoscope, 2 multi-parameters, ECG machine and a doppler.

About the Team and Culture

We are a friendly team with a family ethic, and we enjoy regular team outings. We believe in wellbeing and try to ensure we arrange time off for this. As well as being SPVS Wellbeing Award Winners in 2017 and 2018, we have featured in the Sunday Times Top 100 Company to Work For 6 years running!

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.

Work Pattern

• 20 hours per week, ideally two 10-hour shifts. We can discuss different rota patterns, but some evening shifts are essential.

How You'll Make a Difference

As a Veterinary Surgeon, you'll work collaboratively with the wider practice team to deliver a high standard of patient and client care across a varied and rewarding caseload.

You'll continue to develop your clinical skills and interests while sharing your knowledge and experience with colleagues, contributing positively to the clinical culture of the practice. You'll be an integral member of the clinical team, delivering excellent care and supporting the ongoing development of those around you.

You'll be an integral member of the clinical team, delivering excellent care and supporting the ongoing development of those around you.

You Might Be a Great Fit If...

You are a confident and motivated veterinary surgeon who enjoys working as part of a team and is committed to delivering high-quality patient and client care. You'll bring:

• A Veterinary degree and registration (or eligibility to register) with the RCVS
• Experience working in clinical practice with growing confidence in routine medical and surgical cases
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build effective relationships with clients and colleagues
• A proactive approach to learning, with openness to feedback and development
• Professionalism, reliability, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively
• A passion for delivering excellent patient and client care

How We'll Support You

• 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

Subject to pro-rata

• 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

Up to £65,000 pro-rata pa DOE