Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal

British Veterinary Association; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A veterinary practice in the United Kingdom is seeking a Veterinary Surgeon with a passion for animal care to join their supportive team. This role offers a competitive salary up to £70,000 and emphasizes a healthy work-life balance with 6.6 weeks' holiday and private medical insurance. Candidates with surgery interests will find support for both development and CPD. The practice provides excellent support and a friendly atmosphere for both professional growth and patient care.

Benefits

6.6 weeks' holiday including bank holidays

Private medical insurance

CPD allowance

Qualifications

• Qualified veterinary surgeon with relevant experience.
• Ability to manage a caseload independently.
• A compassionate approach towards animal care.

Responsibilities

• Provide care and medical treatment to small animals.
• Manage own caseload with support from nursing team.
• Participate in surgery and assist team members.

Skills

Interest in surgery

Teamwork

Client communication

Job description

Veterinary Surgeon

Salary Up To £70,000 FTE DOE

Albert Cottage Vet Clinic, Saltash

We're looking for a Small Animal Vet to join our friendly, supportive team in a busy, well-established practice located just 10 minutes from the A38 and Plymouth. The practice is ideally situated for coast, moorland and Plymouth city so wether you want to spend you spare time surfing, sailing, swimming, hiking, shopping or nightclubbing it is all here and we have the friends to keep you company at hand.

Proud to Be Part of IVC Evidensia

At IVC Evidensia, we're driven by the passion and commitment of our people - across clinical, operational, and support teams. With over 2,500 clinics and hospitals in 20 countries and around 41,000 employees, we work together to care for around 25,000 animals every day. United by a shared purpose - Healthy Animals, Happy Owners - we're proud to champion long-term animal health and welfare through the dedication of every individual across our international network.

More About Us

We're happy to discuss full time or part time hours to suit the right candidate. A shared rota that is fairly divided with a good mix that can be adapted to fit in with special requests at short notice if needed. No OOH, just one saturday morning in 4/5 that a half day can be taken or added into your weekly hours.

Our single-site practice has a close-knit team with long-standing staff and a genuinely welcoming, family-like atmosphere.

We're fully equipped, and we strongly encourage career development and clinical freedom. You'll have the opportunity to manage your own caseload, with excellent support from nearby referral centres when needed. You'll also be backed by our amazing, experienced nursing team, most of whom have been with us for years and provide outstanding support every day.

Be Part Of Something Great

We're a mix of 6 part time young and not so young Vets all working as a team, our ideal candidate will be a vet with an interest/experience in surgery to help support the 2 of our team. We strongly support CPD and we offer a funded CPD allowance, regular local CPD events hosted by nearby practice and full encouragement to pursue your areas of interest.

Work-life Balance & Wellbeing

• 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

Development

• £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

Professional Memberships

• BVA membership
• VDS cover
• RCVS fees

Colleague Benefits

• Cycle to Work and Green Car schemes (eligibility applies)
• Retail discounts and cashback offers
• Reduced-cost veterinary care for your own pets

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