Experienced Veterinary Surgeon

Prospect Health; Braintree (MA); On-site; USD 121,000 - 148,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

RCVS/BVA/VDS memberships paid

Generous CPD allowance

5.6 weeks annual leave

Visa sponsorship available

No out-of-hours

Job summary

Prospect Health in Essex is seeking an Experienced Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon to join a friendly practice in Braintree. The role offers full-time or part-time hours with no out-of-hours, a varied surgical caseload, and a supportive team focused on patient and client care.

You’ll have access to CPD, opportunities for career progression, and a flexible schedule with a four weekend rota, including Saturday and Sunday shifts.

Qualifications

• Qualified Veterinary Surgeon with current RCVS registration, or eligibility to register.
• At least two years' experience in small animal practice.
• Excellent communication and client care skills.
• Strong consulting skills with ability to manage a varied caseload.
• Interest in developing surgical skills and clinical knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Provide high standards of patient and client care.
• Manage a varied small animal caseload with surgical cases.
• Collaborate with visiting specialists for complex cases.
• Contribute to CPD and clinical development.

Skills

Consulting skills

Surgical competence

Communication skills

Client care

Surgical development

Education

RCVS registration

Job description

Experienced Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon

Location: Braintree, Essex

Salary: Up to £100,000 FTE, depending on experience

Full -Time or Part - Time, No Out of Hours

Are you an experienced Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon looking to join a friendly, well-organised and supportive team in Essex?

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Veterinary Surgeon to join an established practice in Braintree. This role would suit an experienced vet with a strong interest in surgery who enjoys managing a varied caseload and delivering high standards of patient and client care.

You’ll be joining a collaborative team that values communication, organisation and individual contribution. There is plenty of scope to develop your clinical interests, with support for CPD and opportunities for future career progression, potentially into a senior leadership role.

The Role

Full-time or part-time hours available, with job - share arrangements considered. Varied small animal caseload, with good exposure to routine and more complex surgical cases. Standard 15 minute consultations, with longer appointments available for emergencies and more complex cases. Dedicated administration time built into the diary. Additional same-day appointments to provide flexibility for urgent cases. No out-of-hours responsibilities. One in four weekend rota, working Saturday 9am - 6pm and Sunday 10:30am - 4:30pm. Weekend work is the only sole-charge commitment.

The Team and Clinical Opportunities

You’ll be joining an experienced and supportive team that encourages open communication and welcomes ideas for improving clinical services and ways of working.

The practice benefits from access to visiting specialists, including orthopaedic and soft tissue surgeons for more complex cases, as well as cardiology support. This provides opportunities to expand your knowledge and develop areas of particular clinical interest.

CPD is actively encouraged and supported across a range of disciplines. There is also potential for career progression into a Head Vet, Lead Vet or Clinical Director position for someone looking to take on additional responsibility.

Practice Environment

The practice is based within a retail park, offering convenient access to shops, restaurants and other local amenities. It also works alongside a nearby branch to support consistent clinical governance and standards of care.

Braintree offers a good balance of town and country living, with access to beautiful Essex countryside, local markets, vineyards, cafés and restaurants. The area is well connected, with rail links to London and convenient access to regional airports and coastal transport links.

Key Skills, Qualifications and Requirements

• Qualified Veterinary Surgeon with current RCVS registration, or eligibility to register.


• At least two years' experience in small animal practice.


• Strong consulting skills and confidence managing a varied caseload.


• Good surgical competence, particularly in routine procedures.


• A keen interest in developing surgical skills and clinical knowledge.


• Excellent communication and client care skills.


• A collaborative approach and willingness to contribute ideas to the wider team.

Package and Benefits

• Salary up to £100,000 FTE, negotiable depending on experience and pro rata for part-time hours.


• RCVS, BVA and VDS memberships paid.


• Generous CPD allowance.


• 5.6 weeks' annual leave, increasing to 6.6 weeks after two years' service.


• Visa sponsorship available.


• Access to a range of staff discounts and retailer rewards.

Why Apply?

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Veterinary Surgeon to join a supportive, progressive team where clinical development and individual contribution are genuinely valued.

With flexible working options, a varied surgical caseload, access to specialist support and potential for career progression, this role offers plenty of scope to develop professionally while enjoying life in Essex.