Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal

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Posted 6 May 2026
LOCATION
Alton
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Mid-Senior level
SALARY
£70,000 / year
CATEGORY
Healthcare
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SKILLS

Small Animal Surgery Diagnostic Imaging Digital Radiography Ultrasound Dental Radiography Client Communication Team Collaboration In-house Laboratory Testing

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Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal], Alton, South East. Discipline: Small Animal. Full Time, Part Time, Flexible. Up to £70,000 DOE.

Come on the journey with us

With the appointment of our new Director of Practice and Clinical Services, the practice is thriving under supportive, positive leadership and a fresh vision for the future.

You’ll be based at either our Alton or Bordon sites, or split between them, giving you the chance to follow through on your own cases, build lasting relationships with clients, and care for some of the most loyal and devoted pet owners and their fur babies you’ll ever meet.

[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, united by a shared purpose of happier animals, happier owners.

At [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal], we believe careers should be built without limits. Our people are supported to make more clinical impact, access more career opportunities, and play an active role in their local and professional communities. Through investment in learning, innovation, and wellbeing, we create environments where our teams can grow in confidence, capability, and fulfilment—at every stage of their career.

Find a place to excel

We are a well-established, RCVS-accredited practice, located near the stunning South Downs National Park and less than an hour from the coast.

We strive for excellence in medicine, surgery, and diagnostics while always remembering that behind every patient is a loyal family who trusts us completely.

What we have to offer

Both our Alton and Bordon clinics are fully equipped for surgical work, case work-ups, and hospitalization:

  • Separate cat and dog wards
  • Advanced ultrasound including cardiac probes
  • In-house Idexx VetLab for same-day results
  • Digital radiography
  • High-speed dental handpieces and digital dental radiography (Bordon)
  • Dedicated surgical theatres

We welcome full or part-time applicants. Full-time can be a 4 or 5 day week, Monday–Friday, plus 1 in 3 Saturday mornings.

We’re all about flexible working and supporting schedules that fit your lifestyle. At [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal], you’ll be part of a team that shares your passion for excellent veterinary care while enjoying a rewarding, meaningful career.

Join a team that cares

Working here is more than a job - it’s joining a team on a shared journey, dedicated to providing outstanding care for our patients and their devoted families. We celebrate clinical successes, happy clients, and those unforgettable moments with our furry patients - together.

We also have a visiting Orthopaedic Surgeon for complex surgical cases, providing additional support when it’s needed most.

How We’ll Support You

At [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal], we’re committed to supporting your ongoing development and wellbeing. When you join us, you’ll benefit from:

  • Clear career pathways with progression opportunities across primary care, referral, leadership, and specialist roles
  • Funded learning and development including CPD allowance and access to IVC academy training centres & role-relevant courses
  • £1,250 annual Care Fund for every vet
  • Access to mentors, regional clinical coaches, and peer networks
  • Support to develop clinical interests and expand your capabilities
  • A collaborative, values-led culture focused on care, community, and continuous improvement

What We Offer Our Team

  • 6.8 weeks’ holiday including bank holidays
  • Private medical insurance
  • Enhanced family leave and pay across maternity, paternity, adoption and surrogacy
  • BVA membership, VDS cover & RCVS fees
  • Cycle to Work and Green Car schemes (eligibility applies)
  • Retail discounts and cashback offers
  • Reduced-cost veterinary care for your own pets

Ready to join a team where you can thrive, make a difference, and share in the loyalty of amazing clients and their beloved pets?

Apply today or contact us for an informal, confidential chat.

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal], Alton

Amery Hill, Alton, GU34 1HS, United Kingdom

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At [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] we are a committed to Diversity, Equality, Inclusion and Belonging... As a Disability Confident Employer...

Any questions before applying?

Speak to Bartosz Piasecki from our recruitment team who would be happy to help you with any questions you have before applying for this role.

Talent Partner: Bartosz Piasecki

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