Who They Are 

GVC is supporting a well-established first-opinion practice in Carterton, Oxfordshire with an existing client base and a supportive team environment. The practice offers a high level of clinical freedom and the chance to develop your interests, whether your focus is more medical or surgical. Clinical support includes a senior clinician with a strong interest in orthopaedics.

What You’ll Do 

As a Veterinary Surgeon in this team, you’ll be accountable for high-quality patient care and consistent clinical standards. You’ll:

• Deliver a high standard of clinical care in consults and surgery, aligned to regulatory and operational compliance
• Create practical, tailored treatment plans and communicate options clearly to clients
• Work collaboratively within a supportive team to deliver smooth day-to-day patient care
• Share knowledge and contribute to the ongoing development of clinical standards within the wider team

Working pattern: Full-time (40 hours across 4 days) with 1 in 6 weekends as part of a rota at a nearby 24-hour site.

What You’ll Gain 

You’ll be joining a practice that can offer:

• Friendly, supportive team environment
• High clinical freedom and autonomy
• Support for certificates and ongoing development
• Strong facilities and kit, including ultrasound, ECG, dental suite, in-house lab, and laparoscopy equipment

Benefits package includes:

• Private Medical Insurance and Health Cash Plan (from day one)
• 24/7 counselling and wellbeing support
• Life assurance (3x salary)
• 5 weeks’ annual leave + bank holidays (rising with service)
• Extra paid “Day for You”
• £1,500 CPD allowance + 3 days’ paid CPD leave per year
• Funded certificates and internal development pathways
• RCVS, VDS and BVA fees paid
• Relocation support and visa sponsorship available
• Cycle to work, season ticket loans, and staff discounts