Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal

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

Job summary

A prominent veterinary healthcare provider in the UK seeks a Veterinary Surgeon to join their multidisciplinary team. This role offers the opportunity for clinical freedom, flexibility, and career development in a supportive environment. With a competitive salary of up to £65,000 and additional benefits like a CPD allowance, private medical insurance, and enhanced family-friendly leave, this position is ideal for a dedicated professional. Candidates should have a degree in Veterinary Medicine and be passionate about animal care.

Benefits

6.6 weeks' annual leave

Private medical insurance

Enhanced family-friendly leave

Cycle to Work scheme

Employee wellbeing initiatives

£1,250 CPD allowance

Research funding opportunities

Discounted staff pet care

Qualifications

• Experience in a clinical setting as a veterinary surgeon.
• Ability to work flexible hours and shifts.
• Willingness to collaborate with a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent veterinary care and client service.
• Manage surgical procedures and outpatient care.
• Participate in second-on-call duties and weekend shifts.

Skills

Veterinary medicine focus

Collaboration skills

Surgery skills

Communication skills

Education

Degree in Veterinary Medicine

Job description

Veterinary Surgeon

Parkvets, Sidcup, Kent

Salary up to £65,000 DOE

Relocation Allowance up to £2000

Shape Your Future with Parkvets

Looking for clinical freedom, true flexibility, and real career development? At Parkvets, we've built an environment where you can thrive – professionally and personally. As a Veterinary Surgeon, you'll have the opportunity to grow your skills, collaborate with colleagues for the best clinical outcomes, and enjoy a rota that fits your lifestyle. This role would suit a medicine-focused vet, with surgery currently once every two weeks.

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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 care for around 25,000 animals every day. United by a shared purpose – Healthy Animals, Happy Owners – we champion long‑term animal health and welfare through the dedication of every individual across our international network.

Supportive, Skilled, and Well‑equipped

Parkvets is a large multidisciplinary hospital with direct links to London. We have separate cat, dog, and exotics wards, each with dedicated operating theatres, dental suites, ultrasound facilities, flexible and rigid endoscopy, laparoscopic equipment, and x‑ray.

Our extensive in‑house lab is staffed by biomedical professionals supporting the vet team. You’ll work alongside certificate holders in Imaging, Medicine, Surgery, Oncology, Ophthalmology, Exotics, and Dentistry, giving you plenty of opportunities to develop skills and knowledge – both formally through CPD and informally through case collaboration.

Flexibility that Fits Your Lifestyle

This is a full‑time or part‑time position. Full‑time typically means 40 hours over 4 days, with a mix of early shifts (starting at 7:30am) and late shifts (starting at 10:30am). The role includes second‑on‑call duties and 1 in 4 weekends, which are compulsory as part of this specific role. Shifts will be spread across the hospital and branches to provide variety and exposure.

In return, we ask that you’re a confident, capable GP vet, willing to collaborate, and passionate about veterinary care.

You Matter to Us – Your Benefits at a Glance

Work‑life Balance & Wellbeing

• 6.6 weeks' annual leave, plus your birthday off (pro rata)
• Private medical insurance
• Enhanced family‑friendly leave including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental/surrogacy pay
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Employee wellbeing initiatives, including non‑accidental injury support

Development

• £1,250 CPD allowance with 5 days paid pro rata
• Certificate and advanced learning support
• Access to Vetlexicon online resources
• Research funding opportunities
• £1,250 annual Care Fund for vets
• Infection Prevention and Control Programme
• Quality Improvement Programme

Professional Memberships

• BVA membership
• VDS cover

Colleague Benefits

• Pawsome Benefits – retail discounts and cashback
• Pension – 5% employee / 3% employer contribution
• Discounted staff pet care

Ready to Take the Next Step?

If you’re looking for a role that supports your ambitions and respects your work‑life balance, we’d love to hear from you.

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