Veterinary Surgeon

About the Role

This is a full-time position across four days per week at an established, multi-award-winning practice in South West London. You’ll work within a hospital-based team that has won London’s Best Vet five years running, with genuine support for your clinical development and real work-life balance built into the rota from day one.

Based at the Streatham Hill site with a second practice in Balham, you’ll benefit from excellent transport links across London and to major airports. The area balances vibrant London energy with local charm—think neighbourhood cafés, green spaces, and quick rail access into the city centre and beyond.

The standout feature here: a 24-hour on-site team ensures seamless continuity for inpatients, meaning you can focus entirely on clinical excellence without juggling emergency cover stress. Your rota is four days per week with a 1:4 weekend (day shifts only)—no nights, no on-call. That’s genuine balance.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide high-standard primary veterinary care across multiple theatre and imaging facilities
• Work alongside fully employed Diplomates in Ophthalmology, Surgery, and Neurology, learning directly from specialists in your cases
• Utilise advanced diagnostic equipment including CT, MRI, Karl Storz systems, digital radiography, dental imaging, and ultrasound
• Contribute to a collaborative, two-site practice culture that prioritises first-class, affordable care
• Engage with a supportive team environment designed for both clinical excellence and personal wellbeing

Requirements

• Veterinary degree with 2–6 years’ post-qualification experience
• UK veterinary registration
• Enthusiasm for continuous professional development and advanced clinical skills
• Ability to work collaboratively within a dynamic, multi-disciplinary team

Benefits

• Salary: up to £70,000 per annum, commensurate with experience
• Professional Development: Full certificate support or generous funding towards advanced, progressive qualifications
• Study Leave: 5 days paid study leave per year
• CPD: Unlimited online Central CPD access
• Wellbeing: Comprehensive healthcare package
• Work Pattern: Supported, flexible working patterns with emphasis on work-life balance
• Rota: Four days per week; 1:4 weekend rota (day shifts only); no on-call or out-of-hours nights

About the Practice

DNA Vetcare is an independent, proudly British group of multi-award-winning practices founded in 2006 by veterinary surgeons Alan van Heerden and Dane Walker. The founders built the group on principles of exceptional clinical care, client respect, and genuine support for staff wellbeing. Claire Baker, a Director since 2019, heads operations and veterinary recruitment. The practice operates two large South West London sites (Streatham Hill and Balham) with five theatres, multiple imaging suites, dedicated wards, and state-of-the-art diagnostic equipment including CT and MRI.

The team includes fully employed specialist Diplomates across Ophthalmology, Surgery, and Neurology, creating a learning-rich environment. DNA Vetcare has built its reputation on delivering excellent service to clients, compassionate care for animals, and a supportive, encouraging workplace culture that genuinely values its veterinary team.