Veterinary Surgeon - Independent Practice
| Posting date: | 16 June 2025 |
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| Salary: | £50,000 to £700,000 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 16 July 2025 |
| Location: | Ascot, Windsor & Maidenhead |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Vet Locums Ltd |
| Job type: | Permanent |
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Summary
Location: Surrey – near Ascot
Salary: Starting at £50,000+ (up to £70k DOE)
A well-established independent veterinary practice is looking for a Veterinary Surgeon with a strong interest in surgery to join their friendly and progressive team. This is a rare opportunity to become part of one of the few remaining independent practices in the area – where your voice is heard and your wellbeing is prioritised.
Role & Rota:
4-day working week
3 operating days per week
1 in 4 Saturday rota (9:00am – 12:00pm)
No Sundays, bank holidays, or out-of-hours work
20-minute consults
Morning, afternoon, and evening breaks scheduled daily
Admin and lunch time protected in the diary
Equipment & Clinical Standards:
Recently upgraded ultrasound, digital radiography, multiparameter monitors, syringe drivers, tonopen, and Phovia light therapy
Confidence-building clinics with a stress-free, patient-focused approach
Fully utilised RVNs supporting nurse consults (post-op checks, Cytopoint, Librela, Solensia, etc.)
Separate dog, cat, and rabbit wards
On-site collaboration with a visiting orthopaedic team
About the Team:
5 vets (equivalent to 3.5 FTEs) with special interests in internal medicine, surgery, ultrasound, behaviour, and exotics
5 skilled RVNs with individual clinical focuses
Head Nurse with referral-level experience
3 dedicated ANAs ensuring optimal behind-the-scenes efficiency
Supportive and proactive reception team
Forward-thinking Practice Manager with a strong commitment to team wellbeing
Regular bi-monthly team catch-ups
Ideal Candidate Profile:
Passion for building lasting client-pet relationships
Confident in soft tissue surgery and eager to mentor others
Committed to ongoing learning, reflection, and professional development
Empathetic communicator with clients and team
Open to leadership development opportunities
Financially aware and transparent when discussing treatment costs
For more details, email aaron@vetlocums.co.uk
Salary: Starting at £50,000+ (up to £70k DOE)
A well-established independent veterinary practice is looking for a Veterinary Surgeon with a strong interest in surgery to join their friendly and progressive team. This is a rare opportunity to become part of one of the few remaining independent practices in the area – where your voice is heard and your wellbeing is prioritised.
Role & Rota:
4-day working week
3 operating days per week
1 in 4 Saturday rota (9:00am – 12:00pm)
No Sundays, bank holidays, or out-of-hours work
20-minute consults
Morning, afternoon, and evening breaks scheduled daily
Admin and lunch time protected in the diary
Equipment & Clinical Standards:
Recently upgraded ultrasound, digital radiography, multiparameter monitors, syringe drivers, tonopen, and Phovia light therapy
Confidence-building clinics with a stress-free, patient-focused approach
Fully utilised RVNs supporting nurse consults (post-op checks, Cytopoint, Librela, Solensia, etc.)
Separate dog, cat, and rabbit wards
On-site collaboration with a visiting orthopaedic team
About the Team:
5 vets (equivalent to 3.5 FTEs) with special interests in internal medicine, surgery, ultrasound, behaviour, and exotics
5 skilled RVNs with individual clinical focuses
Head Nurse with referral-level experience
3 dedicated ANAs ensuring optimal behind-the-scenes efficiency
Supportive and proactive reception team
Forward-thinking Practice Manager with a strong commitment to team wellbeing
Regular bi-monthly team catch-ups
Ideal Candidate Profile:
Passion for building lasting client-pet relationships
Confident in soft tissue surgery and eager to mentor others
Committed to ongoing learning, reflection, and professional development
Empathetic communicator with clients and team
Open to leadership development opportunities
Financially aware and transparent when discussing treatment costs
For more details, email aaron@vetlocums.co.uk