Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal

Martin and Carr Veterinary Surgeons, Pershore; Pershore; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A Veterinary practice in England seeks a Veterinary Surgeon who can adapt to a surgical or consult-only role within a supportive team. This position offers flexibility with working hours and significant professional development opportunities. The practice is known for its commitment to work-life balance and offers generous benefits, including a £5,000 welcome bonus and up to £70,000 salary, depending on experience. Ideal for candidates looking to advance in a robust clinical environment.

Benefits

6.6 weeks annual leave

Private Medical Insurance

Enhanced family-friendly policies

CPD allowance of £1,250 annually

Company pension scheme

Qualifications

• Must be a qualified Veterinary Surgeon registered with the RCVS.
• Experience in surgical and consultation roles is preferred.
• Strong commitment to continuous professional development.

Responsibilities

• Perform surgeries and consultations based on preference.
• Work collaboratively with the veterinary team.
• Participate in professional development activities.

Skills

Surgical skills

Consultation skills

Team collaboration

Excellent communication

Ability to work autonomously

Education

Degree in Veterinary Medicine

Job description

An opportunity has arisen for a Veterinary Surgeon to join our long-standing team at Martin and Carr Vets. We can mould the opportunity we have to suit you - whether you want a surgical caseload or consult only we can explore both options. If surgery is your preference, we can offer one day of surgeries per week and you can fully work up your cases. If you prefer consults, we can offer a consult only role. Professional and personal development is at the centre of our practice, that’s why we offer you the support you need to succeed. We share knowledge, build your confidence, and encourage clinical freedom - there are no career boundaries. Essentially, you tell us what you’re after and we’ll do our best to accommodate. We’re offering up to £5,000 (pro rata) welcome bonus, as well as up to £5,000 for relocation support.

Flexible working that offers real flex

Our people are at the heart of everything that we do, that’s why we know that work‑life balance is vital in supporting our people to be their best selves. Whether you need reduced working days/hours for hobbies, need to do the school drop off/pick up or would simply like a more flexible rota pattern, we can fix or flex our patterns to suit you – you tell us what you need. Typically, full time hours will consist of working 4 days a week between 8:30 am and 6:30 pm. We switch the phones over to Vets Now so remote phone cover is required by the duty vet for just 1 hour, with a Registered Veterinary Nurse on site until 7 pm. Weekends are 1:4 Saturdays, carrying out consults between 9 am and 1 pm when Vets Now take over.

A team dedicated to continuous professional development

Our highly dedicated team consists of 9 experienced Veterinary Surgeons and 1 2nd year graduate who are supported by an excellent team of Registered Veterinary Nurses, Trainee Nurses, and our fantastic Support team. Our talented Vet team include an RCVS recognised Advanced Practitioner in general small animal surgery, certificate holders in small animal medicine and endoscopy, a Vet who practices acupuncture and has a keen interest in animal behaviour and a Vet with a PHD in nematodes. Our Head Nurse has a CertVN ECC alongside certificates in analgesia and anaesthesia. Regardless of where you are in your career, our dedicated and resourceful team will provide all the support and development you need and want.

Don’t take our word for it – here’s what the team have to say:

“I’ve always had a keen interest in surgery so after qualifying as an RVN in 2019, I left Martin and Carr to work as a surgical nurse in a large referral clinic. I soon realised that what I’d left behind was a progressive practice that were keen to teach and encourage. I returned in 2020 where I went on to achieve a Certificate of Veterinary Nursing in Emergency & Critical Care (CertVNECC) and a certificate in analgesia and anaesthesia. The staff at Martin and Carr are supportive and caring” – Amy Deakin, Head Nurse

Our established practice

As a Tier 2 RCVS accredited surgery we have a variety of advanced diagnostic facilities including digital radiography, ultrasonography, and endoscopy. We offer a range of clinical services from preventative healthcare through to complex medical, surgical, and orthopaedic procedures. Our onsite laboratory means most blood samples can be analysed the same day. We are located in Pershore, on the edge of the Cotswolds, with great attractions such as Pershore Abbey and Confetti Flower Field. Excellent transport links mean we are only 40 minutes away from both Bristol and Birmingham and an hour and a half away from London. We are ideally situated for those who prefer to spend time in the great outdoors and those who prefer the occasional hustle and bustle of the big cities.

Because our people matter

Work‑life balance

• 6.6 weeks annual leave, inclusive of bank holidays (pro rata)
• Additional holiday entitlement for your birthday

Wellbeing

• Private Medical Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programme: 24/7 confidential helpline
• Enhanced family‑friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay
• Initiatives focused on colleague wellbeing

Development

• £1,250 CPD allowance with 40 hours paid CPD leave (pro rata)
• Certificate support
• Learning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia Academy
• Access to Vetlexicon – our online encyclopaedia provider
• All our Vets & Nurses can apply for research funding
• All our Vets get £1,250 per annum to spend via our Care Fund
• Infection Prevention and Control Programme
• Quality Improvement Programme

Professional Memberships

• BVA membership
• VDS cover
• RCVS fees

Colleague Benefits

• Company pension scheme. IVC Evidensia will make a contribution as well
• Supporting a greener commute to work with a Cycle to Work scheme and Green Cars Scheme, subject to eligibility criteria
• Voluntary benefits: we give you the flexibility to choose from a range of voluntary benefits to suit you
• Access to discounts/cashback with hundreds of participating retailers
• Discounted treatment for your own pets at an IVC Evidensia practice

Up to £70,000 (DOE)