Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal

British Veterinary Association; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A veterinary practice in the UK is looking for a dedicated Veterinary Surgeon to join their team. The role offers competitive salary up to £63,000 DOE, relocation allowance, and a welcoming bonus. You will work primarily at the Bangor branch, providing care for small animals and various procedures. Additional benefits include flexible work hours, 7 weeks annual leave, CPD opportunities, and comprehensive wellbeing support.

Benefits

Private Medical Insurance

7 weeks annual leave

CPD allowance of £1250

Qualifications

• Registered Veterinary Surgeon with practice experience.
• Ability to perform routine surgeries and consultations.
• Strong interpersonal skills for client relations.

Responsibilities

• Deliver veterinary care for a range of animal species.
• Participate in surgical procedures and post-op care.
• Provide educational resources to pet owners.

Skills

Veterinary medicine

Surgical skills

Client communication

Education

Veterinary degree

Tools

X-ray equipment

Ultrasound

Endoscope

Job description

Salary up to £63,000 DOE, Relocation Allowance up to £5,000 and Welcome Bonus up to £5,000

At Rathgael Garden Lodge Vets, collaboration, care, and community are at the heart of everything we do. We’re excited to welcome a dedicated and enthusiastic Veterinary Surgeon to our team. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow your career in a supportive, progressive practice that spans our well-established small animal clinics in Bangor, Holywood, and Stormont.

Where Every Day Makes a Difference

Our work is rewarding and varied, with a caseload that mainly involves cats and dogs but also the occasional rabbit, small furry, or even injured wildlife brought in by the local community. No two days are the same, and while the role will be based primarily at our Bangor branch, you’ll also have the chance to support our other sites, keeping your work interesting and connected across the team.

Modern Facilities with a Personal Touch

Our Bangor clinic is designed to make life easier for both patients and staff. We have a spacious reception with separate waiting areas for cats and dogs, two consult rooms, a dedicated theatre, prep area, diagnostic suite with X-ray, endoscope, and ultrasound, as well as a separate dental suite with dental X-ray. Behind the scenes, you’ll find a comfortable staff break room complete with tea, coffee, fruit, and plenty of biscuits to keep you going.

A Role with Variety and Continuity

Consultations here focus on continuity of care, allowing you to build lasting relationships with our loyal clients and their pets. You’ll also enjoy a healthy share of surgery time, from routine spays and lump removals to abdominal surgeries and a wide range of dental procedures. While we manage most cases in‑house, we have excellent referral links for when extra support is needed. Our dedicated nursing team plays a vital role, running their own consults, wellness checks, post‑op discharges, and assisting across surgery and admin.

A Team That Truly Supports You

You’ll be joining a close‑knit group of six vets, six RVNs, and 12 support staff including receptionists, ACAs, administrators, and our practice manager. Among our vets are certificate holders in General Practice, Small Animal Surgery, and Orthopaedics, and we’re proud of our commitment to mentorship and professional growth. As an accredited training practice, we also support the next generation of RVNs and take pride in developing our people.

Flexibility That Works for You

We understand the importance of balance, which is why we offer flexible working patterns that can be tailored to your lifestyle. Whether you’re managing family commitments, or simply aiming for a better work‑life balance, we’ll help find a rota that works for you. Our full‑time role is 40 hours per week over five days, with just 1 in 4 Saturday mornings (9‑12) and no out‑of‑hours or on‑call.

Life in Beautiful Bangor

Bangor, set on the stunning shores of Belfast Lough, offers the perfect blend of seaside charm and modern convenience. With its picturesque marina, award‑winning parks, lively town centre, there’s plenty to enjoy. From coastal walks and water sports to music venues, cafés, and restaurants, Bangor has something for everyone. Excellent transport links mean Belfast is just a 30‑minute drive or train ride away, giving you the best of both coastal living and city life.

Because our people matter

We recognise that our people are fundamental to the success of our business. Investing in our people, premises and processes is at the heart of what we do. In addition to a competitive base salary, you will benefit from -

Work‑life balance

7 weeks annual leave, inclusive of bank holidays

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 employee wellbeing

Development

£1250 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 £1250 per annum to spend via our Care Fund

Infection Prevention and Control Programme

Quality Improvement Programme

Professional Memberships

BVA membership

VDS cover

RCVS fees

ASVPNI

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