Veterinary Surgeon

About the Role

Medivet Croydon is seeking a part-time Veterinary Surgeon to join their well-established, newly refurbished practice. Working 20 hours per week across 2 fixed days (9am–7pm), this role is structured to support genuine work-life balance with only 1 in 5 weekends required. The practice benefits from bright, modern facilities including a reception area, two spacious consulting rooms, a fully equipped theatre, and prep room. Located within a 20-minute walk of East Croydon train station, you'll have direct access to central London in just 15–20 minutes, making the commute straightforward without sacrificing suburban convenience.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver exceptional clinical care in consultations and surgery, maintaining the highest standards of regulatory, practice and operational compliance
• Develop tailored treatment plans in partnership with clients
• Work collaboratively with the practice team in a supportive environment
• Contribute to the broader Medivet communities' professional development through knowledge sharing

Requirements

• Qualified MRCVS with current registration
• Passion for clinical excellence and client care
• Team player mindset with commitment to supportive practice culture

Benefits

• Health & Wellbeing: Private Medical Insurance and Health Cash Plan from day one, 24/7 counselling and wellbeing support, Life Assurance (3x salary)
• Leave: 5 weeks' annual leave plus Bank Holidays (rising with service), plus 1 paid 'Day for You'
• Professional Development: £1,500 CPD allowance plus 3 days' paid CPD leave per year, access to Clinical Communities and internal training, funded professional certificates, internal career pathways
• Professional Support: RCVS, VDS and BVA fees paid
• Relocation & Immigration: Relocation support and Visa sponsorship available
• Work-Life Balance: Sabbatical options based on length of service
• Lifestyle Perks: Cycle to Work scheme, Season Ticket loans, discounts on Medivet products and services
• Salary: £30,000 per year (depending on experience)

About the Practice

Medivet Croydon is part of Medivet, one of the UK's leading veterinary care providers operating over 400 practices, including 24-hour centres and specialist referral hospitals across the UK and Europe. The organisation is built on the philosophy that providing the right treatment for pets and people means giving teams the tools, time and support to build fulfilling careers.