Veterinary Surgeon

About the Role

This small animal Veterinary Surgeon opportunity offers a clear focus on sustainable clinical work, with no weekends, no OOH and no bank holidays. You can choose between a full-time 40 hour role or a part-time pattern of three days a week on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.

The role is based at Twickenham Veterinary Surgery, where you’ll work collaboratively with the wider practice team across a varied and rewarding caseload. The practice also supports ongoing development, with the chance to build your clinical skills and interests while contributing to a positive clinical culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver high standards of patient and client care across a varied small animal caseload.
• Work alongside the wider practice team in a collaborative clinical environment.
• Continue developing your clinical skills and interests through day to day practice.
• Share knowledge and experience with colleagues and contribute to the clinical culture.
• Support the ongoing development of others within the practice team.

Requirements

• A veterinary degree and RCVS registration, or eligibility to register.
• Experience in clinical practice with growing 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, with openness to feedback and development.
• Professionalism, reliability and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
• A commitment to excellent patient and client care.

Benefits

• Salary up to £75,000 DOE FTE.
• Relocation allowance up to £5,000.
• Welcome bonus up to £5,000.
• Full-time role available at 40 hours per week.
• Part-time role available, working 3 days a week on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.
• No weekends.
• No OOH.
• No bank holidays.
• 6.6 weeks’ holiday including bank holidays.
• Private medical insurance.
• Enhanced family leave and pay across maternity, paternity, adoption and surrogacy.
• BVA membership, VDS cover and RCVS fees.
• Cycle to Work and Green Car schemes, subject to eligibility.
• Retail discounts and cashback offers.
• Reduced-cost veterinary care for your own pets.
• Access to mentors, regional clinical coaches and peer networks.
• CPD allowance and access to IVC academy training centres and role-relevant courses.
• £1,250 annual Care Fund for every vet.

About the Practice

Twickenham Veterinary Surgery is part of inspiring vet care, which describes itself as the UK’s number one vet care provider and says it cares for over 2 million animals. The practice is based in Twickenham, Middlesex, in a setting overlooking the River Thames.

The surgery is equipped with digital X ray, ultrasound, multiparameter monitoring, endoscopy, laser therapy and a dedicated nurse’s consulting room. The practice also says it works closely with local animal charities and provides support and educational talks for local schools.