Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal

VC Evidensia UK; Oundle; On-site; GBP 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical insurance

Enhanced family leave

BVA membership

Cycle to Work scheme

Reduced-cost veterinary care

Job summary

VC Evidensia UK, located in Oundle, is seeking a Primary Care Veterinary Surgeon. This role offers a salary of up to £60,000 DOE, plus £5,000 relocation allowance. You will work collaboratively with a dynamic team and experience a varied caseload. The position emphasizes professional development through clear pathways and funded training opportunities. Benefits include private medical insurance, enhanced family leave, and a supportive culture. Join a leading veterinary group committed to quality care and community.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Deliver a high standard of patient and client care across a varied and rewarding caseload.
• Work collaboratively with the wider practice team.
• Contribute positively to the clinical culture of the practice.

Skills

Veterinary degree and registration

Experience in clinical practice

Strong communication skills

Surgical competence for routine procedures

Education

Veterinary degree

Job description

Sampson Park, Oundle, Peterborough, East of England

Salary up to £60,000 DOE, plus up to £5,000 Relocation Allowance

Our practice group consists of a dynamic team of 14.5 FTE Vets, with a mix of skills including an exotic specialist and certificate holders. We regularly hold clinical meetings to share knowledge and ideas, and we are committed to investing in new equipment to support best practice. There is a strong ethos of collaboration, so you’ll always feel part of a larger team, even while working across multiple locations.

IVC Evidensia is the UK and Europe’s leading veterinary care group, made up of over 900 practices and referral hospitals, united by a shared purpose of happier animals, happier owners.

At IVC Evidensia, we believe careers should be built without limits. Our people are supported to make more clinical impact, access more career opportunities, and play an active role in their local and professional communities. Through investment in learning, innovation, and wellbeing, we create environments where our teams can grow in confidence, capability, and fulfilment—at every stage of their career.

How You’ll Make a Difference

As a Primary Care 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.

• 4 days weekly 8am-7pm, with 1 day off a week. You will have 1 hour lunch break per day
• 1/6 Saturday mornings 8:30-12pm (Oundle or Peterborough both options) and 1/6 Saturdays 8:30-5pm, with Friday afternoon as TOIL the following week
• One late shift per week 9:30am-7:30pm. There is no Out Of Hours involved in this role
• Looking for someone with good level surgical competence for all routine surgeries and more common emergency procedures e.g pyometra surgery

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

How We’ll Support You

At IVC Evidensia, we’re committed to supporting your ongoing development and wellbeing. When you join us, you’ll benefit from:

• 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

• 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

Sampson Park, Oundle

92 South Road, Oundle, Peterborough, PE8 4BP, United Kingdom

At IVC Evidensia we are a committed to Diversity, Equality, Inclusion and Belonging, we are keen to hear from candidates from all minority and diverse groups. As a Disability Confident Employer, we are keen to hear from candidates with disabilities and long-term health conditions and would be happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process.