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Veterinary Surgeon

J722053 London London All £50K - £70K / Year

Veterinary Surgeon
Small Animal Practice
London

An independent, first-opinion small animal practice in London is seeking a confident and self-sufficient Veterinary Surgeon to join their friendly and supportive team. This role has arisen due to a long-serving vet relocating, giving you the opportunity to step into an established caseload with excellent client relationships already in place.

Benefits Overview

• Competitive salary £50,000 - £70,000 DOE
• Full-time role averaging 37 hours across four days per week
• One in four Saturday mornings (9:00 - 13:00, consults only)
• No out-of-hours or bank holiday duties
• CPD actively supported, including certificate-level study
• Parking available via a dedicated space near the clinic
• Friendly and supportive team culture

Key Duties

• Provide high-quality first-opinion veterinary care for small animals
• Conduct consultations, routine surgeries, dental procedures, and ultrasonography
• Work independently and take sole charge as required on Saturdays
• Collaborate with visiting specialists in cardiology, orthopaedics, and advanced imaging
• Maintain excellent client relationships and uphold high standards of patient care

Working Pattern

• Full-time: four days per week, averaging 37 hours
• Two days focused on consultations, two days combining consults, discharges, and surgeries
• Standard 20-minute appointments
• One in four Saturday mornings (consults only)
• No out-of-hours or bank holiday responsibilities

Practice Facilities

• Modern first-opinion small animal practice
• Three vets (two on duty at any time) supported by seven experienced nurses and support staff
• High volume of dental procedures with DR digital X-ray, dental machines, and ultrasound
• Visiting specialists available for cardiology, orthopaedics, and advanced imaging
• Convenient parking available for staff

Key Skills, Qualifications and Requirements

• BVSc or equivalent qualification recognised in the UK
• RCVS registration (or eligibility)
• Minimum 3 years' experience in small animal practice
• Confident performing surgery, dentistry, and ultrasonography
• Able to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team

Why Apply?

This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established, independent practice in a thriving London location. The role offers autonomy, clinical variety, and genuine work-life balance, with the chance to work alongside a supportive team and develop your clinical skills.

How to Apply:

To apply please click on the link below or call the team on 01423 813453 or email us at [email protected]