Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal
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Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal
Midforest Veterinary Practice, Lyndhurst, Hampshire — Salary up to £70,000 DOE, welcome bonus up to £5,000 and relocation allowance up to £5,000
About the Role
Midforest Vets has been proudly supporting the local community for over 40 years. We're now looking for a confident and experienced Veterinary Surgeon to join our friendly team. Our patients include cats, dogs, rabbits and the occasional tortoise or hamster. The role has a bias towards consultations, with a strong focus on working up medical cases and building continuity with clients. Surgical work is largely routine with a high number of dental procedures. There is a significant element of sole charge. You may also work occasionally from our Totton branch, 15 minutes away. Across both sites you'll have access to digital radiography, dental X-ray, ultrasound and in-house blood analysis.
[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is the UK and Europe's leading veterinary care group, made up of over 900 practices and referral hospitals.
How You'll Make a Difference
- Work collaboratively with the wider practice team to deliver high standard patient and client care.
- Continue to develop clinical skills and share knowledge with colleagues.
- Full-time role: four 10-hour days Monday to Thursday, with Fridays off. 1 in 5 Saturday morning rota (8:30am–12:30pm) as sole charge. No out-of-hours or on-call.
You Might Be a Great Fit If...
- A Veterinary degree and registration (or eligibility) with the RCVS.
- Experience in clinical practice with growing confidence in routine medical and surgical cases.
- Strong communication skills and ability to build effective relationships.
- Proactive approach to learning, openness to feedback.
- Professionalism, reliability, and ability to work independently and collaboratively.
How We'll Support You
- Clear career pathways and progression opportunities.
- Funded CPD allowance and access to [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] academy training centres.
- £1,250 annual Care Fund for every vet.
- Access to mentors, regional clinical coaches, and peer networks.
What We Offer Our Team
- 6.6 weeks' holiday including bank holidays.
- Private medical insurance.
- Enhanced family leave and pay.
- BVA membership, VDS cover & RCVS fees.
- Cycle to Work and Green Car schemes.
- Retail discounts and cashback offers.
- Reduced-cost veterinary care for your own pets.
Contact
Speak to Amelia Bateman from our recruitment team: [contact hidden]