Veterinary Surgeon

About the Role

This is a permanent full-time position offering genuine variety and clinical challenge. You’ll work across two modern, well-equipped hospitals in North London (Hendon & Edmonton Green), seeing diverse medical and surgical cases that will develop your skills whilst directly supporting vulnerable pet owners. The role is built on collaborative teamwork—case discussions and shared learning are encouraged, with colleagues bringing varied clinical interests to the table.

The hospitals feature separate dog and cat kennelling, in-house radiography, ultrasound, endoscopy, piped gases and extensive orthopaedic equipment. You’ll be expected to handle realistic treatment planning that balances best practice with each owner’s individual circumstances, taking a pragmatic, welfare-focused approach throughout.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver primary veterinary care across a mixed caseload of medical and surgical patients
• Conduct clinical examinations, diagnose conditions, and devise evidence-based treatment plans
• Perform surgical procedures appropriate to your skills and experience
• Communicate clearly with clients, explaining options and building trust around realistic care choices
• Collaborate with the nursing and support team to deliver high-quality patient care
• Participate actively in case discussions and contribute to continuous service improvement
• Maintain detailed clinical records and comply with RCVS professional standards

Requirements

• Full UK veterinary qualification (MRCVS or equivalent)
• RCVS registration as required
• Ability to adapt to a diverse caseload and varying clinical presentations
• Strong communication skills and genuine interest in client relationships
• Collaborative mindset with willingness to share knowledge and learn from colleagues
• Sound clinical judgement and evidence-based decision-making
• Resilience and pragmatism when managing welfare-focused care decisions

Benefits

• Salary: £49,169–£63,962 per annum (including allowances)
• CPD Support: 5 days’ paid CPD time plus £1,000 annual allowance; full RCVS fees covered
• CPD Opportunities: Extensive internal CPD programmes plus discounts for BSAVA Congress and London Vet Show
• Holiday: 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays, with option to buy or sell up to 5 additional days
• Special Days: Three paid special days annually—Volunteering Day, Celebration Day and Wellbeing Day
• Pension: Generous scheme with PDSA contributions starting at 5% and rising to 10%
• Life Assurance: Four times annual salary
• Health & Wellbeing: AXA Health Employee Assistance Programme (24/7 support), private medical cover included
• Family Support: Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave
• Discounts: 10% off PDSA Pet Insurance, access to staff veterinary services, retail/holiday/lifestyle perks via Fetch benefits platform
• Flexible Working: Options available to support work–life balance and individual circumstances

About the Practice

PDSA is a major UK veterinary charity with over a century of history, providing vital care for the pets of people in financial hardship. The organisation operates a nationwide network of hospitals and clinics, combining charitable mission with modern facilities and a culture of continuous improvement. The Hendon & Edmonton Green locations are part of this expanding estate, designed as highly collaborative environments where teamwork, clinical discussion and shared learning are embedded in daily practice.

The hospitals are modern and well-equipped with separate kennelling for dogs and cats, in-house diagnostic capability (radiography, ultrasound, endoscopy), piped anaesthetic gases and comprehensive orthopaedic equipment. Teams across both sites reflect diverse clinical interests, creating a rich knowledge base for case discussion and professional development.