Veterinary Surgeon – Small Animal

About the Role

This is a genuine work-life balance role at a well-established first-opinion practice in Rhiwbina, Cardiff. You’ll split your days between consultations and surgery, with full clinical freedom and the security of working alongside an experienced team who actively encourage case continuity. The full-time position runs 37.5 hours per week over 4 days with shifts between 8am and 7pm, Monday to Friday – no weekends, no out-of-hours. If part-time suits you better, the practice is flexible around rota patterns to match your lifestyle, whether that’s school runs or a different rhythm altogether.

You’ll be joining a five-branch operation across the Cardiff area, including a site in Penarth. The practice offers genuine countryside-and-city living: easy access to vibrant urban Cardiff and the scenic Welsh outdoors within reach.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct daily consultations with small animal cases
• Perform surgical procedures with full autonomy and support
• Build continuity with cases across your caseload
• Contribute to the collaborative team environment at Heath Vets
• Maintain clinical standards across the five-branch network

Requirements

• Registered veterinary surgeon (RCVS qualified)
• Experience in small animal first-opinion practice (level not specified)
• Professional registration in good standing

Benefits

• Time Off: 6.6 weeks annual leave plus your birthday as a paid day off
• Health & Wellbeing: Private medical insurance, cycle-to-work scheme, enhanced family-friendly policies (maternity, paternity, adoption, shared parental, surrogacy pay), non-accidental injury support
• Professional 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
• Memberships & Insurance: BVA membership covered, VDS cover included
• Financial: Competitive base salary up to £70,000 FTE depending on experience, 5% employee/3% employer pension, £1,250 annual Care Fund spending allocation
• Extras: Pawsome Benefits loyalty scheme with 100+ retailers offering discounts and cashback, discounted staff pet care

About the Practice

Heath Vets is an established first-opinion practice with five branches across the Cardiff area, including locations in Rhiwbina and Penarth. The practice is well-equipped with in-house laboratory facilities, digital radiography, K laser, ultrasound scanner, endoscopic equipment, and a newly installed dental X-ray system. The team is experienced and collaborative, prioritising case continuity and professional support.

Heath Vets is part of IVC Evidensia, a major veterinary group committed to diversity, equality, inclusion, and belonging. The practice is a Disability Confident Employer and welcomes applications from candidates with disabilities and long-term health conditions.