Veterinary Surgeon – SE London

My client in SE London is seeking a communicative and capable Veterinary Surgeon to join their supportive, modern, fully independent small animal practice. This position has become available due to ongoing growth and increasing demand.

Salary: £55,000 – £75,000
Hours: 4 days per week, 9am–7pm, plus 1 in 3 Saturday mornings (9am–1pm)
No out-of-hours or bank holiday work
Experience: Minimum 3 years, with confidence in sole charge when required

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About the Practice

This is a proudly independent clinic offering personalised, compassionate care with 20-minute consultations as standard. The practice has quickly built a loyal client base and is known for its warm, community-focused environment, where team support and patient-centred care are central to daily practice.

The belief is simple: when the team is happy, supported, and empowered, excellent patient care follows.

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Facilities

The practice is purpose-built and modern, with a carefully selected, positive, and collaborative team. You will work closely with the practice directors, ensuring your input helps shape the clinic as it continues to grow.

Facilities include:
? Digital X-ray and ultrasound
? Spacious operating theatre
? Two consult rooms plus a dedicated RVN consult room
? Separate cat ward
? In-house laboratory
? Comfortable staff welfare space

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The Role

This is a varied first-opinion position offering full clinical freedom and support to work cases up to a high standard. You will play a key role in delivering excellent clinical care and ensuring a smooth, supportive experience for both clients and patients.

Key duties:
? Provide warm, professional client and patient interactions
? Perform a range of surgical procedures
? Manage inpatients to a high clinical standard
? Diagnose and treat a wide variety of medical conditions
? Deliver compassionate and informative consultations
? Maintain accurate and detailed clinical records

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Why This Role Stands Out

? Excellent work-life balance with a 4-day week and no OOH
? Competitive salary of £55,000 – £75,000 (depending on experience/certification)
? Opportunity to shape and grow with an expanding independent clinic
? Full clinical autonomy and support to work up cases thoroughly
? Collaborative, friendly, supportive team environment
? Staff perks including treatment and medication discounts
? £1,250 CPD allowance plus 30 hours paid CPD
? 28 days holiday (including bank holidays), increasing with service
? RCVS and VDS fees paid
? Chance to make a meaningful impact in the local community

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About You

The ideal candidate:
? Has at least 3 years of clinical experience
? Is confident with occasional sole charge
? Brings warmth, positivity, and strong communication skills
? Demonstrates compassion for both pets and their owners
? Is organised, reliable, and able to juggle varied tasks
? Enjoys working collaboratively in a supportive team
? Maintains high clinical and professional standards
? Has strong first-opinion surgical skills
? Values building long-term client relationships
? Can demonstrate clinical leadership when required

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Interested?

If you would like to join a genuinely independent SE London practice where your ideas matter and patient care comes first, please get in touch to discuss this opportunity further.