Saturday Veterinary Surgeon

About the Role

This is a part-time Saturday position (ideally 9am to 6pm) with flexibility to discuss alternative part-time arrangements. You'll be based at a bright, spacious, purpose-built practice in Feltham, just 30 minutes from central London by train and within easy reach of the M25, M3, and M4. The practice sits only 2 miles from Heathrow and benefits from excellent local amenities and proximity to Surrey and Middlesex's green spaces.

You'll typically work alongside one or two other vets, though solo shifts may occasionally occur. The practice handles a good variety of small animal cases supported by an exceptional nursing team and comprehensive facilities including digital X-ray, ultrasound, separate wards for dogs, cats, and exotics, and in-house laboratory services.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver routine consultations and surgical procedures with excellent patient and client care
• Work collaboratively within a team of 3 vets, 4 RVNs, SVN, VCA, and 5 receptionists
• Support the nursing team who are trained to perform Schedule 3 tasks and deeply involved in cases
• Engage with the wider Vets4Pets network for specialist referrals, including cardiac ultrasound and complex surgeries performed on site by a certificate holder
• Embrace variety and maintain flexibility as the role develops

Requirements

• Qualified Veterinary Surgeon with solid clinical skills
• Comfortable managing routine consultations and surgical work
• Strong team player with a dynamic and proactive approach
• Experience in small animal practice

Benefits

• Salary up to £70,000 full-time equivalent (dependent on experience and hours worked)
• Annual leave of 4 weeks plus bank holidays, increasing to 5 weeks after 2 years' service
• Contributory pension scheme
• CPD allowance and funding of certificates for the right candidate
• All professional memberships paid (RCVS, BVA, VDS)
• 20% discount at Pets at Home, The Groom Room, and The Vet Group
• Support of a larger organisation with locally run surgery autonomy

About the Practice

Vets4Pets Feltham is a purpose-built, well-equipped practice serving a loyal client base in the Greater London area. The practice was significantly developed by the current JVP (practice owner), who joined in 2020 and is committed to delivering exceptional veterinary care within a supportive work environment. The team comprises three vets, four RVNs, an SVN, a VCA, and five receptionists, creating a stable and experienced environment.

The practice values diversity and inclusion, encouraging all team members to bring their authentic selves to work. The practice is part of Vets4Pets (Pets at Home group), combining local autonomy with the support and resources of a larger organisation.