Veterinary Surgeon – Small Animal

About the Role

Join AlphaVets as a Veterinary Surgeon and gain access to a practice environment built for clinical growth. You’ll deliver consulting, surgical, and inpatient care across two well-equipped locations, with the flexibility to specialise in areas that excite you—whether that’s advanced orthopaedic work-ups, laparoscopic procedures, or a consulting-only pathway if that suits your career stage. This is a Monday–Friday role with one day off per week, plus a relaxed 1:5 Saturday morning rota (8am–12:30pm), giving you genuine work-life balance in a small animal setting.

The practice is undergoing expansion: the Risca branch relocates to a new purpose-built facility in 2026, while the Langstone site continues offering advanced surgical capabilities. You’ll work with a tight-knit clinical team of three experienced vets, qualified nurses (including RCVS advanced practitioners and surgical certificate holders), and dedicated reception staff who genuinely support each other.

Since 1996, AlphaVets has invested continuously in facilities—digital radiography, ultrasound, in-house lab, advanced dental equipment, and dedicated surgical spaces. This is a place where your clinical interests are encouraged, not sidelined.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver high-standard patient and client care across a varied caseload of routine medical and surgical cases
• Collaborate with three veterinary surgeons and the nursing team on consulting, surgical procedures, and inpatient management
• Pursue and develop your clinical interests, whether orthopaedic work-ups, laparoscopy, dentistry, or general practice excellence
• Share knowledge and experience with colleagues, contributing positively to clinical culture and supporting team development
• Work both independently and collaboratively as an integral member of the clinical team

Requirements

• Veterinary degree and RCVS registration (or eligibility to register)
• Experience working in clinical practice with growing confidence in routine medical and surgical cases
• Strong communication skills and ability to build effective relationships with clients and colleagues
• Proactive approach to learning, openness to feedback and development
• Professionalism, reliability, and collaborative attitude

Benefits

• Salary: Up to £75,000 DOE, with welcome bonus up to £3,000 and relocation allowance up to £3,000
• Time off: 6.6 weeks’ annual holiday including bank holidays
• Learning & development: £1,250 annual CPD allowance, access to IVC Evidensia Academy training centres and role-relevant courses, mentorship from regional clinical coaches, peer networks
• Healthcare: Private medical insurance, enhanced family leave and pay (maternity, paternity, adoption, surrogacy)
• Professional support: BVA membership, VDS cover, and RCVS fees covered
• Care Fund: £1,250 annual Care Fund for personal development and wellbeing
• Lifestyle schemes: Cycle to Work and Green Car schemes (eligibility applies), retail discounts and cashback offers
• Pet care: Reduced-cost veterinary care for your own pets
• Career pathways: Clear progression opportunities across primary care, referral, leadership, and specialist roles

About the Practice

AlphaVets operates two small animal practices in South Wales, serving the community since 1996. The practice is defined by investment in cutting-edge facilities and a culture of transparency, personal development, and genuine team support. The Risca branch (139 Commercial Street, Risca, Newport) features three consulting rooms, digital x-rays, ultrasound, in-house lab, sterilisation, and state-of-the-art dental equipment—with a full renovation to new premises underway for 2026. The Langstone site offers a recently refurbished environment with separate dog and cat wards, dedicated dental suite, x-ray/ultrasound, endoscopy, laparoscopy, and advanced orthopaedic and spinal equipment.

Part of IVC Evidensia, the UK and Europe’s leading veterinary care group, AlphaVets maintains its independent identity while benefiting from resources, training infrastructure, and career support across 900+ practices. The team is committed to clinical excellence, continuous learning, and creating an environment where every vet—regardless of career stage—can thrive.