Veterinary Surgeon - Supportive and Friendly Environment

Vetted Recruitment Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical cover

Visa sponsorship

CPD allowance

Paid CPD leave

Annual leave 6.6 weeks

Job summary

Vetted Recruitment Limited is helping a South West London small animal practice recruit a Veterinary Surgeon for a maternity cover contract of 12–15 months. The role offers a varied caseload and a supportive team in a busy clinic.

Work 30–40 hours per week across four or five days, with some weekend shifts. You must be a qualified Veterinary Surgeon eligible to register with the RCVS and have a passion for high-quality patient care.

Qualifications

• Qualified Veterinary Surgeon and eligible to register with the RCVS.
• Open to vets at different stages of their careers.
• Commitment to high clinical standards and ongoing professional development.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality patient care across a varied caseload.
• Collaborate with a supportive veterinary team.
• Maintain clinical standards and participate in CPD.

Skills

Compassionate

Communication

Team player

Clinical excellence

Education

Qualified Veterinary Surgeon

Job description

Looking for your next veterinary opportunity in South West London?

This small animal practice is looking for a Veterinary Surgeon to join its team on a maternity cover contract for approximately 12–15 months, based in a lovely area of South West London and Zone 1.

Whether you're an experienced vet or keen to continue building your clinical skills, this is an opportunity to become part of a supportive team, enjoy a varied caseload and deliver great care to patients and their owners.

The practice is open to vets at different stages of their careers, so the most important things are a genuine passion for veterinary medicine, a caring approach and the ability to work collaboratively with colleagues.

The Role & Working Pattern

• 30–40 hours per week across four or five days.
• Monday to Saturday working pattern.
• 1 in 4 Saturday mornings at the branch.
• 1 in 8 Sundays at Stone Lion Veterinary Hospital.
• One bank holiday shift per year at Stone Lion Veterinary Hospital.
• ASAP start for an initial 12–15 month maternity cover contract.

What We're Looking For

• A Veterinary Surgeon who is passionate about delivering excellent patient care.
• A compassionate and approachable manner with clients and their pets.
• Confident communication and client care skills.
• Someone who enjoys working as part of a wider veterinary team.
• A commitment to maintaining high clinical standards and ongoing professional development.

The Package

• Salary of £42,000–£67,000 FTE, dependent on experience.
• 6.6 weeks' annual leave, including bank holidays.
• £2,000 CPD allowance.
• Five days of paid CPD leave.
• Private medical cover.
• Access to a wider range of colleague benefits.
• Visa Sponsorship Available

If you're looking for a varied role within a supportive team, with flexibility around experience and plenty of opportunity to continue developing, this could be a great next step.

You must be a qualified Veterinary Surgeon and eligible to register with the RCVS to be considered for this role.