Veterinary Surgeon – Small Animal

About the Role

You’ll join Bilton Veterinary Centre as a Veterinary Surgeon in a role designed around balance. Working four days per week on a structured rota (8:30am–7:00pm with one 8:00am–6:00pm finish), you’ll handle a varied caseload of consultations, surgery, and diagnostics in a well-equipped, supportive environment. Weekend cover is shared on a 1-in-5 basis (Saturday mornings only, finishing at 1:00pm or 4:00pm depending on the week), with zero out-of-hours or bank holiday commitments. The practice welcomes discussions about flexible working patterns that fit your lifestyle.

Based in Rugby, a thriving market town with excellent local amenities, shops, restaurants, and entertainment, you’ll also enjoy easy access to Birmingham and London, plus nearby countryside including the Cotswolds and Peak District—perfect for leisure time away from the clinic.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver small animal consultations, surgical procedures, and diagnostic work across the practice’s caseload
• Work collaboratively within a team of seven veterinary surgeons and nine registered veterinary nurses
• Contribute to clinical decision-making and case management in a supportive environment
• Engage with professional development opportunities, whether in surgery, imaging, cardiology, internal medicine, or other specialisms
• Share weekend duties on a 1 in 5 basis (Saturday mornings until 1:00pm) and 1 in 5 basis (Saturday until 4pm), with no out-of-hours or bank holiday commitments
• Utilise the practice’s modern facilities including digital radiography, ultrasound with Doppler, dental imaging, in-house laboratory, and comprehensive monitoring systems

Requirements

• Fully qualified Veterinary Surgeon (RCVS registered)
• Small animal experience and clinical competence across general practice
• Collaborative approach to teamwork and professional development
• Ability to work within a structured rota system with flexibility in hours

Benefits

• Leave: 6.6 weeks annual leave (pro rata, inclusive of bank holidays) plus additional birthday holiday
• CPD & Development: £1,250 annual CPD allowance with 40 hours paid CPD leave (pro rata); certificate support; access to IVC Evidensia Academy; Vetlexicon online encyclopaedia; research funding opportunities; £1,250 annual Care Fund per vet; Infection Prevention and Control Programme; Quality Improvement Programme
• Wellbeing: Private Medical Insurance; 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme; enhanced family-friendly policies (maternity, paternity, adoption, shared parental, and surrogacy pay); wellbeing initiatives
• Professional Support: BVA membership; VDS cover; RCVS fees covered
• Pension: Company pension scheme with employer contribution
• Colleague Benefits: Cycle to Work scheme and Green Cars Scheme (subject to eligibility); voluntary benefits package; discounts and cashback with hundreds of retailers; discounted pet treatment at IVC Evidensia practices
• Salary: Up to £66,000 depending on experience

About the Practice

Bilton Veterinary Centre has been established at its Rugby location for over 50 years. Originally known as Furber and Lloyd-Griffiths, it became The Bilton Veterinary Centre in 2001. The practice transitioned from mixed animal care to specialise exclusively in small animal medicine in 2009, allowing the team to provide a high standard of dedicated care to companion animals.

The practice is part of IVC Evidensia, a leading veterinary group. Bilton operates from a modern, purpose-built facility featuring five consulting rooms, separate waiting areas and wards for cats, dogs, and other small animals, two fully equipped sterile theatres, dedicated dental and treatment areas, and advanced clinical equipment including digital radiography, dental imaging, ultrasound with Doppler, in-house laboratory facilities, and comprehensive monitoring systems. The team comprises seven veterinary surgeons and nine registered veterinary nurses, supported by strong administrative and reception staff. Team members actively pursue further professional certifications in areas such as surgery and internal medicine.