Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal

About the Role

Join Vine Tree Vets in Ross-on-Wye, a picturesque market town nestled in the Wye Valley. You'll deliver consultations and clinical care across a varied first opinion caseload in a supportive environment where your professional development is prioritised. This is daytime-only work with a manageable 1:4 Saturday morning rota and time off in lieu; no out-of-hours or bank holiday commitments. The practice can tailor the workload to suit your clinical interests, whether that's routine procedures, advanced surgery, or BOAS cases.

You'll work alongside an experienced clinical team of two Veterinary Surgeons, including a Lead Vet, supported by skilled nursing and support staff. The collaborative culture here emphasises case discussion, internal referral, and continuous learning. Monthly peripatetic services in ophthalmology and cardiology broaden case exposure and skill development.

Flexible arrangements are available: work a four-day week (8:30am to 7:00pm), request specific working days, or negotiate shorter shifts. Part-time hours can be tailored to your needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver consultations and manage a varied first opinion caseload across medical and surgical cases
• Perform routine surgical procedures and support medical work-ups for inpatients
• Contribute to inpatient care and case continuity
• Work collaboratively with the clinical team on case management and discussion
• Maintain high standards of patient care and client communication
• Participate in a balanced mix of consulting and surgical duties
• Support the ongoing professional development of team members

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 development
• Professionalism, reliability, and ability to work both independently and collaboratively
• Passion for delivering excellent patient and client care

Benefits

• Salary up to £75,000 depending on experience
• Welcome bonus up to £5,000
• Relocation allowance up to £5,000
• £1,250 annual Care Fund for every vet
• 6.6 weeks holiday including bank holidays
• 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
• Funded learning and development including CPD allowance and access to IVC academy training centres
• 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

Vine Tree Vets is part of IVC Evidensia, the UK's leading vet care provider, trusted with the care of over 2 million animals. The practice is located in Ross-on-Wye, a charming market town surrounded by stunning countryside in the Wye Valley, offering excellent access to outdoor activities including walking, hiking, cycling, kayaking and paddleboarding. Independent shops, cafes and markets are complemented by convenient links to Hereford, Gloucester and the M50.

The practice operates modern facilities including digital and dental X-ray, endoscopy and bronchoscopy, ultrasound, a cat-only prep room with direct access to the cattery, and separate dog and cat wards. The clinical team is committed to high standards and excellent patient experience. Monthly peripatetic specialist services in ophthalmology and cardiology enhance the breadth of clinical learning and case management capability.