Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal

About the Role

You'll join Lockwood Animal Hospital as a Primary Care Veterinary Surgeon, working across the Rosewood and Blackheath sites. This flexible role offers a well-balanced mix of medical and surgical cases, with the opportunity to tailor your work to your clinical interests. There are no out-of-hours or on-call commitments, with a manageable 1:8 Saturday rota (09:00 to 17:00) as the only weekend work. You'll typically work 40 hours per week over 4 days, giving you genuine flexibility and work-life balance.

You'll be an integral member of a collaborative clinical team, contributing to the continued development of colleagues whilst expanding your own skills. The practice maintains a strong reputation in the local community and invests heavily in staff wellbeing and professional development. Although you'll be supported by the wider team, there will be periods of sole charge required in this role.

Based close to the M6 and M5 motorways with easy access to Birmingham's transport links and shopping centre, the practice offers a spacious, light working environment in an excellent location.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality patient and client care across a varied small animal caseload of medicine and surgery
• Work collaboratively with the clinical team of 12 vets, many holding certificates in exotics, internal medicine, surgery, dermatology and imaging
• Support the ongoing development of junior colleagues and nursing staff
• Take periods of sole charge as required
• Contribute positively to the clinical culture and maintain the practice's high standards of care

Requirements

• Veterinary degree and RCVS registration (or eligibility to register)
• Experience working in clinical practice with growing confidence in routine medical and surgical cases
• Strong communication skills and ability to build effective relationships with clients and colleagues
• Proactive approach to learning, openness to feedback and professional development
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team

Benefits

• Salary up to £65,000 depending on experience
• Welcome bonus up to £5,000 (pro rata)
• Relocation allowance up to £5,000
• 6.6 weeks' holiday including bank holidays
• £1,250 annual Care Fund for professional development
• Private medical insurance
• Enhanced family leave and pay (maternity, paternity, adoption, surrogacy)
• BVA membership, VDS cover and RCVS fees covered
• Cycle to Work and Green Car schemes (eligibility applies)
• Retail discounts and cashback offers
• Reduced-cost veterinary care for your own pets
• Access to IVC Academy training centres and role-relevant courses
• Mentorship, regional clinical coaches and peer networks
• Clear career pathways with progression opportunities across primary care, referral, leadership and specialist roles
• Flexible working arrangements to suit your lifestyle
• No out-of-hours or on-call required

About the Practice

Lockwood Animal Hospital, part of the inspiring vet care network (IVC Evidensia), is a purpose-built small animal practice serving the local Coseley community. The clinical team comprises 12 veterinary surgeons with qualifications across exotics, internal medicine, surgery, dermatology and imaging, supported by a highly skilled and long-standing nursing team. The practice maintains a loyal client base and is highly trusted within the community for exceptional veterinary care.

The facility includes a surgical theatre, prep room, digital X-ray, ultrasound, endoscope, in-house laboratory and a dental X-ray installation in progress. Staff retention is notably high, reflecting the practice's commitment to maintaining a positive working environment and prioritising job satisfaction. The practice is part of inspiring vet care, the UK's leading vet care provider trusted with the care of over 2 million animals.