Veterinary Surgeon - St Albans
| Posting date: | 03 December 2025 |
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| Salary: | £40,000 to £100,000 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 02 January 2026 |
| Location: | AL4 |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Purosearch |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | JOB-56326-20726 |
Summary
Veterinary Surgeon – St Albans
• Enjoy a varied and stimulating role within a purpose built, well-equipped hospital offering digital and dental X-ray, ultrasound, and a full in-house lab, all supported by a generous benefits package and a highly competitive salary of up to £100,000 for the right person!
• Work alongside an exceptional, friendly, and highly experienced team with diverse clinical interests, creating a collaborative environment where learning never stops
• Benefit from genuine support for certificates and further training, empowering you to advance your skills and pursue your clinical passions
• Join a trusted, well-loved practice with a loyal client base, where continuity of care, professional development, and work-life balance are truly prioritised
An exceptional opportunity awaits an experienced Veterinary Surgeon to join a reputable, purpose built hospital in the heart of Hertfordshire. This expansive, modern facility is fully equipped with on-site surgical, dental, and diagnostic suites, including digital and dental X-ray, ultrasound, and a comprehensive in-house laboratory, providing everything needed to deliver outstanding clinical care. With a balanced mix of hospital, consulting, and operating shifts, this role offers superb clinical variety and the chance to engage in cases that truly challenge and inspire.
The successful vet will be welcomed into a warm, supportive, and highly experienced team of vets, nurses, and support staff, many of whom hold additional qualifications and specialist interests. Collaboration is at the core of the practice culture, and the team takes pride in its strong reputation for excellence, empathy, and continuity of care. A loyal, appreciative client base adds to the rewarding nature of this role.
Professional development is genuinely championed here, with active encouragement and financial support for certificates, CPD, and any further training that fuels clinical passion and long term career goals. Whether the candidate is keen to refine surgical skills, deepen medical expertise, or pursue a special interest, the practice provides the structure and support to thrive.
The ideal candidate will bring at least two years of experience in UK small animal practice, along with confidence in routine surgery and consultations, strong communication skills, and a commitment to providing high quality, contextualised patient care. For those seeking a varied, fulfilling role within a friendly and forward thinking environment, this position offers the perfect blend of challenge, progression, and work life balance in beautiful Hertfordshire!
The Rota
• Full time position
• 4 days per week
• 1:3 Saturdays & 1:12 Sundays
• 1 bank holiday per year
Benefits
• Highly competitive salary of up to £100,000 for the right person!
• 5 weeks annual leave plus bank holidays & a day for your birthday
• Generous CPD allowance
• RCVS & VDS fees covered
• Certificate support
• Enhanced family policies
• Life assurance
• Pension scheme
• E-car salary sacrifice scheme
• Plus much more!
For more information or for a confidential chat, please contact Will on 01904 570056 or email w.kovach-ward@purovets.com
To view all our vacancies, please visit https://purovets.com/veterinary-jobs/
And don't forget, if this position is of no interest to you but you know someone who may be interested, please pass on our details. We offer £250* for every successful candidate referral. *Terms and conditions apply
Ref: JOB-56326