Small Animal Vet Surgeon Job, Kingston upon Thames, Surrey, England
Job Description: Our client is seeking a confident Small Animal Vet Surgeon to step into a sole-charge general practice role within a well-established community setting. This opportunity is well suited to a clinician who enjoys autonomy while maintaining strong clinical standards and continuity of care.
The position offers a balanced and manageable first-opinion caseload, allowing the successful candidate to structure their day effectively across consultations, routine surgery, and administrative responsibilities. The role provides the chance to build meaningful client relationships while delivering consistent, high-quality veterinary care.
This is an ideal opportunity for a vet looking to take ownership of their own practice environment while benefiting from dependable regional and hospital-level clinical support whenever required.
In This Position, Your Responsibilities Will Include
Managing first-opinion consultations with clear diagnostic planning
Performing routine surgical procedures within clinical competence
Maintaining accurate and detailed clinical records
Making appropriate referral decisions when additional support is required
Working closely with nursing colleagues to ensure smooth daily operations
Qualifications Needed
RCVS registration or eligibility to register in the UK
Previous experience within small animal general practice
Confidence working independently in a sole-charge setting
Strong organisational and client communication skills
A calm and professional clinical approach
Package
Four-day working week supporting consistency and balance
Sole-charge role with structured regional clinical backup
Shared weekend rota arranged in advance
No on-call responsibilities included within the position
Annual CPD allowance with paid study leave
Support from experienced regional clinical leadership
Generous annual leave entitlement including bank holidays
Access to referral-level clinical support when required
Stable rota designed for long-term sustainability
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