
Looking for part-time work with genuine flexibility and zero out-of-hours? Join an established Buckingham practice with a supportive team, competitive salary up to £65,000 FTE, and work-life balance that actually works.
No out-of-hours requirement. Saturday cover 1 in 3 (negotiable).
This is a rewarding part-time veterinary surgeon position with the flexibility you're looking for. Based in the heart of Buckingham, you'll work across a mix of consultations and surgical cases, with time to build relationships with clients and develop your clinical skills. The practice operates 15-minute consultation slots as standard, extended when needed, with protected time for lunch and admin. There's no out-of-hours requirement, and you can work anything from 20 to 30 hours per week, with flexible days off and start/finish times negotiated to suit you. Saturday cover is just 1 in 3, and even that's open to discussion.
This is a position requiring some sole charge experience, but you'll be joining a collaborative team that meets regularly to discuss cases and develop patient care together. The practice culture is described as open and flexible, with a genuine commitment to work-life balance.
Vets for Pets Buckingham is a purpose-built small animal practice based in the thriving market town of Buckingham. The practice is run locally by Victor (MRCVS), who qualified over 10 years ago and has a special interest in soft tissue and orthopaedic surgery. The team is stable and consistent, comprising 2 additional vets, 3 RVNs confident in Schedule 3 and minor surgery support, 1 veterinary care assistant, 3 receptionists, and a practice coordinator.
Facilities include 3 consultation rooms, an operating theatre, a preparation room, separate dog and cat wards, and comprehensive equipment typical of a leading GP practice. The practice emphasises community values and actively encourages diversity and inclusion, with a commitment to reflecting the diversity of the communities it serves.