An independent, patient-focused veterinary practice in Surrey is seeking a Veterinary Surgeon to join its highly motivated and supportive team.
This is an excellent opportunity for a vet with first opinion experience who values building long-term relationships with clients and delivering personalised, gold-standard care.
As one of the few remaining independent practices in the area, the clinic prides itself on supporting and investing in its team, creating an environment where both people and patients thrive.
With 20-minute consultations, protected admin time and no out-of-hours commitments, this role offers an outstanding work-life balance alongside genuine opportunities for professional development.
Clinic Snapshot:
- Independent small animal practice
- Recently upgraded ultrasound and digital radiography
- Multi-parameter monitoring, syringe drivers, Tonopen and Phovia
- Separate dog and cat/rabbit wards
- Collaboration with visiting orthopaedic specialists
- Highly experienced team of vets, RVNs, student nurses and support staff
- Daily team catch-ups and bi-monthly development meetings
Clinical Focus:
- First opinion small animal practice
- 20-minute consultations
- Behaviour consultations and confidence clinics
- Fully utilised nurse consults
- Strong focus on holistic, patient-centred care
- Encouragement and support for CPD and clinical development
Working Pattern:
- 4-day week (31 hours)
- 1 in 3 Saturdays (8am–12pm)
- No Sundays, Bank Holidays or out-of-hours
- Protected admin, lunch and break times
- Additional hours considered for the right candidate
Total Rewards:
- Salary £36,375–£48,500 DOE (£45,000–£60,000 FTE)
- 5 weeks annual leave, increasing with service
- Generous CPD allowance
- Visa sponsorship available for the right candidate
- Salary sacrifice Health Cash Plan
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Generous sick pay
- Annual work anniversary gifts
- Regular social events including BBQs and Christmas celebrations
What they're looking for:
- Experienced Veterinary Surgeon with first opinion experience
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills
- Compassionate, team-oriented approach
- Interest in continuous learning and development
- Ability to provide personalised, solution-focused care
- Someone who wants to be part of a genuinely collaborative independent practice
Salary: £36,375–£48,500 DOE (£45,000–£60,000 FTE)
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