Veterinary Surgeon

About the Role

This part-time veterinary surgeon position at Chalfont St Peter offers genuine flexibility in how you structure your working week. With an average of 20.12 hours per week, you’ll balance weekday consultations with a manageable 1:3 branch Saturday morning rota and 1:8 hospital Sunday rotation—plus just one bank holiday per year at the Mandeville Hospital. Best of all, there are no on-call requirements.

Located in a peaceful, picturesque village within easy reach of London, Chalfont St Peter punches above its weight for a first opinion practice. The surgery boasts three consultation rooms, separate dog and cat wards, and ultrasound facilities. You’ll work alongside another experienced vet every day—never sole charge—supported by two long-standing vets, a senior RVN, and a strong nursing and reception team. The broader Goddard Vet Group safety net includes the 24-hour Mandeville Veterinary Hospital in Northolt, equipped with CT, advanced ultrasound, scopes, and specialist support.

The village offers a genuine retreat from city life, yet you’re just five minutes from Gerrards Cross train station and under 50 minutes from London Liverpool Street. Think rural charm with urban accessibility.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough consultations, examining pets and making evidence-based management and treatment recommendations in line with practice protocols
• Perform surgery on appropriate cases within your competence and scope, respecting overnight care limitations
• Manage, prescribe, and dispense medications in accordance with current medicines legislation and RCVS guidance
• Maintain accurate, comprehensive clinical records that support continuity of care for colleagues
• Refer cases promptly to Goddard hospitals when appropriate, ensuring seamless specialist support
• Contribute to a respectful, collaborative team environment across the practice

Requirements

• Qualified veterinary surgeon registered with the RCVS
• Experience in first opinion GP small animal practice
• Evidence-based approach to clinical decision-making

Benefits

• Flexible scheduling: Choose how your week looks (e.g., shorter Monday and full Wednesday 9am–7pm, or full Wednesday and shorter Friday)
• Part-time hours: Average 20.12 hours per week, with flexibility to explore additional days
• Salary: £22,635–£30,683 (£45,000–£61,000 FTE) depending on experience
• Leave: 6.6 weeks annual leave including bank holidays (pro rata)
• CPD support: Up to £2,000 annual CPD budget plus up to 5 days paid CPD leave (pro rata)
• Private healthcare: Bupa Medical Healthcare Insurance
• Relocation assistance: Generous support where applicable
• Accommodation: On-site rental accommodation available if required
• No on-call: Zero out-of-hours on-call commitments

About the Practice

Chalfont St Peter is part of Goddard Vet Group, a well-established veterinary network operating across the UK. The Chalfont branch is a three-room first opinion practice in a scenic village location, serving a loyal, largely insured clientele. The practice is equipped with consultation and ward facilities alongside ultrasound, providing comprehensive small animal care. A large garden and decked outdoor area offer staff precious space for breaks.

The practice benefits from long-standing staffing—experienced vets, a senior RVN, and established nursing and reception teams—plus dedicated regional management support. The Goddard network includes the 24-hour Mandeville Veterinary Hospital in Northolt, a state-of-the-art facility with CT imaging, advanced ultrasound, endoscopy, laparoscopic equipment, and specialist teams available for referrals and emergency support.