Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon | Full-Time

GVC is assisting a multi-branch veterinary group in recruiting an experienced Veterinary Surgeon. This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive, progressive, and enthusiastic team, with a four-day working week and a weekend rota.

The Role

The successful candidate will provide first-opinion veterinary care and may undertake some sole-charge responsibilities, so prior experience is essential. Additional ad-hoc late evening and weekend work will be on a rota basis. The practice supports professional development and provides access to a wide and varied caseload.

• Hours: Full-time, 4-day working week

• Weekend rota: compensated with time off in lieu

• Salary: Competitive, typically from £41,500+ dependent on experience

The role provides access to advanced diagnostic and treatment facilities across the group, including:

• CT scanner and visiting MRI scanner

• Doppler echocardiography

• Flexible and rigid endoscopes

• Direct radiography suites, ultrasound scanners, and dental radiography

• Electrocautery, laparoscopy, fluoroscopy, and advanced anaesthesia equipment

Team & Facilities

• Multi-disciplinary certificate-led referral and support team within the group

• Access to an in-house out-of-hours team for seamless patient care

• Supportive and friendly working environment encouraging clinical progression

Benefits 

• In-house referral hospital and OOH support

• No on-call required

• Workplace pension and Healthshield Employee Assistance Programme

• RCVS membership plus one additional subscription paid

• Generous CPD budget with certificates funded and encouraged

• Employee-funded private medical cover (discounted)

• Enhanced parental leave and Buy/Sell Holiday

• VDS cover for clinical team

• Generous pet discounts and Cycle-to-Work scheme

• Internal employee recognition awards and long service awards

• 6.6 weeks paid holiday, including bank holidays

• Flexible working options

This is an ideal opportunity for an experienced vet seeking a supportive, multi-branch environment, exposure to advanced diagnostics, and excellent professional development opportunities.

Apply now or contact Stephanie for more details  stephanie.hellier@gvcvets.com or 01392 793069