Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal

About the Role

This full-time or part-time position offers flexibility that actually works for you. The standard full-time hours are 40 per week with Saturday morning rota cover and no out-of-hours commitments. Whether you'd prefer reduced days, flexible hours, specific days off, or mornings only, the practice actively discusses options to suit your lifestyle. You'll join a welcoming small animal team in a well-equipped practice with a real community atmosphere.

Based in Basingstoke with excellent transport links, the practice sits just 45 minutes' drive from Heathrow and only an hour to the South coast. Alongside the quality caseload, there's a lovely bonus: you're welcome to bring your dog to work with you.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver high-standard patient and client care across a varied small animal caseload, with opportunities to see exotics if that interests you
• Work collaboratively with the clinical team, supporting colleagues' development and contributing to a positive practice culture
• Continue developing your clinical skills through hands-on experience, mentorship, and structured learning support
• Manage a mix of routine medical and surgical cases with growing confidence and clinical autonomy
• Share knowledge and experience with the wider practice team, including nursing and support staff

Requirements

• Veterinary degree and RCVS registration (or eligible to register)
• Experience working in clinical practice with developing confidence in routine medical and surgical cases
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build effective relationships with clients and colleagues
• A proactive approach to learning and openness to constructive feedback
• Professionalism, reliability, and ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Medical or surgical bias actively encouraged; certificate or CPD study supported

Benefits

• Salary up to £75,000 depending on experience
• Welcome bonus of up to £5,000
• Relocation allowance of up to £5,000
• 6.8 weeks' holiday including bank holidays
• £1,250 annual Care Fund for professional development
• Funded CPD allowance and access to IVC Academy training centres and role-relevant courses
• BVA membership, VDS cover, and RCVS fees covered
• Private medical insurance
• Enhanced family leave and pay for maternity, paternity, adoption, and surrogacy
• Cycle to Work and Green Car schemes (eligibility applies)
• Retail discounts and cashback offers
• Reduced-cost veterinary care for your own pets
• Access to mentors, regional clinical coaches, and peer networks
• Clear career pathways with progression opportunities across primary care, referral, leadership, and specialist roles

About the Practice

GP Vets Ltd in Basingstoke is part of IVC Evidensia, the UK's number one vet care provider, trusted with the care of over 2 million animals. The practice is ISFM-accredited and Silver-rated Cat Friendly, reflecting high standards in feline welfare and care. The team comprises mixed veterinary and nursing staff dedicated to community-focused patient care.

The clinic is well equipped with separate cat and dog kennels, two consultation rooms, a surgical theatre, digital X-ray, Idexx ProCyteOne analyser, Catalyst chemistry analysers, brand new ultrasound machine, and dental radiography. The practice serves a varied caseload of dogs, cats, and small pets, with a collaborative culture that values learning and professional development.