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Veterinary Surgeon

J921946 West London London All £50K - £65K / Year

Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon

Location: West London
Salary: £50,000-£65,000 DOE
Full-Time | Four-Day Working Week

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon to join an established veterinary hospital and its surrounding branch practices in West London.

This role would suit a vet with at least three years' experience who enjoys a varied first-opinion caseload, combining consultations with surgical work. You'll be joining a supportive clinical team with experienced colleagues, access to multiple practice sites and opportunities to develop your clinical interests with support for further qualifications.

With a four-day working week, a well-planned rota and no routine out-of-hours duties, this is an excellent opportunity for a vet seeking a rewarding clinical role with a strong focus on work-life balance.

The Role

• Permanent Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon position.
• Four-day working week across a rota of hospital and branch surgery duties.
• Varied caseload combining consultations, medical investigations and surgery.
• Work across a main veterinary hospital and associated branch practices.
• Some sole-charge responsibility at a branch surgery.
• Opportunity to develop surgical and medical skills.
• Support available for certificates and further clinical qualifications.
• Work alongside an established team of Veterinary Surgeons.
• Routine out-of-hours provision managed by an external emergency service.

Working Pattern

• Four working days per week, with a rotating day off.
• Shifts typically include 08:30-17:00, 08:00-17:00, 08:30-20:00 or 11:00-20:30, depending on the rota.
• The final appointment on late shifts is scheduled for approximately 19:30.
• Rotas are generally prepared four to five weeks in advance.
• Saturday morning duties on a 1-in-3 rota.
• Weekend commitments also include a rota of approximately 1 in 5 Saturdays and Sundays.
• Saturday cover may run from 08:30-18:00.
• Sunday attendance is generally limited to necessary stray animal consultations and inpatient checks, with attendance dependent on clinical requirements.
• No routine overnight out-of-hours rota; emergency cover is provided by an external service.

The Team

• Established veterinary business operating across three sites.
• Experienced clinical team of eight Veterinary Surgeons, including part-time colleagues.
• Supportive leadership from the practice owner and Head Vet.
• Collaborative approach to clinical care and case management.
• Opportunities to work alongside colleagues with different clinical interests.
• Support for continuing professional development and further qualifications.

Practice Facilities

• Veterinary hospital supported by two branch surgeries.
• Digital X-ray.
• Ultrasound facilities, with an upgrade planned.
• In-house diagnostic laboratory equipment.
• Dedicated surgical facilities and routine operating lists.
• Opportunities to gain experience across a varied first-opinion caseload.
• Access to external emergency veterinary provision.

Key Skills, Qualifications and Requirements

• Qualified Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon.
• MRCVS or eligible to register with the RCVS.
• Ideally at least three years of post-qualification experience.
• Confident managing a varied first-opinion caseload.
• Competent in routine surgical procedures and consultations.
• Comfortable working across multiple sites.
• Able to manage some sole-charge branch surgery responsibilities.
• Strong communication and client-care skills.
• Team-focused approach with a commitment to high clinical standards.
• Interest in developing further clinical skills or pursuing certificates.

Package and Benefits

• Salary of £50,000 - £65,000 DOE.
• Four-day working week.
• 28 days' annual leave, including bank holidays.
• £1,500 annual CPD allowance.
• Support for further qualifications and certificates.
• Potential accommodation option, with indicative costs of approximately £650 per month including bills, subject to confirmation.
• Veterinary care for personal pets at cost price.
• Veterinary Defence Society (VDS) cover.
• Rota planned in advance to help support work-life balance.

Why Apply?

This is an excellent opportunity for a Veterinary Surgeon looking to combine clinical variety, surgical involvement and a four-day working week within an established and supportive veterinary team.

You'll have the opportunity to work across a hospital and branch surgeries, build relationships with clients and manage cases through their treatment journey. The practice is also keen to support vets who want to continue developing their clinical skills or pursue additional qualifications.

The role is based in West London, with access to the area's transport links, amenities and surrounding communities. Accommodation may also be available, which could be particularly useful for candidates relocating for the position.

If you're an experienced Small Animal Vet looking for your next career move, we'd welcome a confidential conversation.

For further information or to discuss the opportunity, please contact the recruitment team.

How to Apply?

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