Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal

Fareham, Hampshire, England

Primary Care - Vet Surgeon – Small Animal /

Portchester Vets [1428] /

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Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal
Portchester Vets | Fareham, Hampshire

Salary up to £75,000 DOE, welcome bonus of up to £5,000, and relocation allowance of up to £5,000

At inspiring vet care, our people are at the heart of everything we do. As the UK’s number one vet care provider, we're trusted with the care of over 2 million animals, delivering our purpose of healthier animals and happier owners.

Portchester Vets has been proudly serving the local community for over a decade, building a reputation for exceptional patient care, strong client relationships and a genuinely welcoming atmosphere. We are now looking for a confident and personable Veterinary Surgeon to join our close-knit team and contribute to the continued success and growth of the practice.

The caseload is predominantly cats and dogs, with the occasional rabbit, providing an enjoyable mix of consultations, medical work-ups and surgery. While much of the workload is routine first-opinion practice, you'll be encouraged to investigate and manage cases thoroughly using a range of modern diagnostic equipment.

Practice Highlights

* Established practice serving the local community for over 10 years

* Strong reputation for patient care and client relationships

* Predominantly canine and feline caseload with occasional rabbits

* Excellent mix of consultations, medical work-ups and surgery

* Opportunity to investigate and manage cases thoroughly

* Digital and dental radiography

* Ultrasound facilities

* Endoscopy equipment

* K-Laser therapy

* In-house IDEXX laboratory

* Sole charge opportunities with clinical autonomy

* Team of 1 Veterinary Surgeon, 4 RVNs, 2 Student Veterinary Nurses and a dedicated Client Care Team

* Access to visiting specialists and established referral pathways

We pride ourselves on delivering continuity of care and building long-term relationships with our clients, allowing our vets to follow cases through from initial presentation to resolution wherever possible.

How You’ll Make a Difference

As a Primary Care Veterinary Surgeon, you’ll work collaboratively with the wider practice team to deliver a high standard of patient and client care across a varied and rewarding caseload.

You’ll continue to develop your clinical skills and interests while sharing your knowledge and experience with colleagues, contributing positively to the clinical culture of the practice. You’ll be an integral member of the clinical team, delivering excellent care and supporting the ongoing development of those around you.

Working Pattern

* Full-time role of 38 hours across four days

* 1 in 3 Saturday mornings from 9:00am–12:00pm

* No out-of-hours requirements

* No on-call commitment

* Part-time applications welcomed

You Might Be a Great Fit If...

You are a confident and motivated veterinary surgeon who enjoys working as part of a team and is committed to delivering high-quality patient and client care. You’ll bring:

* A Veterinary degree and registration (or eligibility to register) with the RCVS

* Experience working in clinical practice with growing confidence in routine medical and surgical cases

* Strong communication skills and the ability to build effective relationships with clients and colleagues

* A proactive approach to learning, with openness to feedback and development

* Professionalism, reliability and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively

How We’ll Support You

At inspiring vet care, 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 and 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

* 6.6 weeks’ holiday, including bank holidays

* Private medical insurance

* Enhanced family leave and pay across maternity, paternity, adoption and surrogacy

* BVA membership, VDS cover and RCVS fees

* Cycle to Work and Green Car schemes (eligibility applies)

* Retail discounts and cashback offers

* Reduced-cost veterinary care for your own pets

We’re committed to supporting our people through career development opportunities, wellbeing initiatives and access to world-class learning resources.

Whether you’re just starting out or looking to take the next step in your career, inspiring vet care offers the support, opportunity and community to help you grow.

£0 - £75,000 a year

Salary up to £75,000 DOE

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