Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon

About the Role

Elizavet is seeking a compassionate and skilled Veterinary Surgeon to join their growing independent practice in West Hampstead. This is a full-time permanent role offering genuine work-life balance—you’ll work a 40-hour flexible rota with just 1:4 half weekend coverage and no out-of-hours shifts. The role has arisen through internal progression, reflecting the practice’s growth and commitment to developing their team.

You’ll be part of a progressive clinical team led by Dr Dario Ambrogio, handling a diverse caseload of medical and surgical cases across routine consults and advanced procedures. The practice combines expert care with state-of-the-art facilities including digital X-ray, ultrasound, Storz endoscopy/arthroscopy, in-house IDEXX lab, and soon-to-arrive CT imaging and physiotherapy suite. This is an ideal opportunity if you have a strong interest in internal medicine or diagnostic imaging and thrive in collaborative, supportive environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, compliant clinical care across a diverse caseload of medical and surgical cases
• Confidently perform routine consultations and surgeries
• Engage with the practice’s progressive, collaborative clinical culture
• Provide outstanding client communication throughout the entire patient journey, explaining diagnoses and treatment options clearly
• Support and mentor colleagues, helping develop skills across the team
• Contribute to the practice’s continued innovation and expansion, including access to new diagnostic technologies

Requirements

• RCVS registered Veterinary Surgeon
• 2–5 years’ small animal experience
• Confident across routine consultations and surgeries
• Strong all-rounder able to handle varied cases with high-quality care
• Excellent communicator, capable of explaining diagnoses and treatment plans clearly to clients and colleagues
• Collaborative and supportive approach; thrives in team environments and enjoys helping others develop
• Curious and motivated learner with keen interest in internal medicine or diagnostic imaging

Benefits

• Competitive salary: £45,000–£60,000 depending on experience
• £1,500 annual CPD allowance with 2 days’ CPD leave
• Professional development support, including certificate courses
• RCVS, BVA, and VDS membership fees paid
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• 40-hour flexible rota with just 1:4 half weekend—no out-of-hours work
• 33% company discount on veterinary services for your own pets
• Access to advanced diagnostics and opportunity to work with emerging technologies as the clinic expands

About the Practice

Elizavet is an independent, forward-thinking veterinary clinic located in the heart of West Hampstead, London. Founded on principles of integrity, empathy, and compassion, the practice is one of the few locally owned veterinary clinics in the area. Led by Dr Dario Ambrogio, the team is dedicated to delivering unparalleled veterinary care whilst maintaining the highest industry standards. The clinic is RCVS accredited, with facilities, equipment, staff, and medical protocols assessed annually by an inspector.

The practice offers a comprehensive range of medical, routine, and advanced surgical treatments. Beyond traditional services, Elizavet is committed to continuous innovation, with CT imaging and a physiotherapy suite currently in development. The clinic’s philosophy centres on strengthening the human-animal bond through exceptional care, treating every pet as if it were part of the family, and ensuring both pets and owners feel understood and supported.