Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal

Veterinary Surgeon
Zetland Vets, Bristol
Salary up to £56,000 FTE DOE

A rare opportunity has arisen for a GP Vet to join our busy hospital clinic in an exciting and varied role, covering 4 days per week across our branches. Our caseload is diverse, interesting, and consistently challenging, providing excellent opportunities for professional development.

At IVC Evidensia, we’re driven by the passion and commitment of our people - across clinical, operational, and support teams. With over 2,500 clinics and hospitals in 20 countries and around 41,000 employees, we work together to care for around 25,000 animals every day. United by a shared purpose - Healthy Animals, Happy Owners – we’re proud to champion long‑term animal health and welfare through the dedication of every individual across our international network.

This role is primarily based at our Zetland Road Hospital, working a four‑day week (8:30 am‑6:30 pm), with 3 in 11 Saturdays. Saturday shifts include two at Zetland Road Hospital (8:30 am‑5:00 pm) and one at our Fishponds branch (9:00 am‑4:00 pm). This is a float position, covering shifts across our eight Bristol branches, offering a varied caseload with a mix of consulting and surgery. You’ll work across a hospital setting as well as smaller and medium‑sized practices, giving you excellent exposure and variety.

We are keen to talk to both full and part‑time applicants; we are happy to discuss flexible working for the right candidate.

You’ll be joining a friendly, welcoming team across all eight sites, led by an experienced Clinical Director and several Senior Vets, many of whom have been with the practice for over a decade. You’ll receive plenty of support from experienced and approachable colleagues, including vets holding Certificates in Surgery and Small Animal Medicine. We also have certificates in progress, alongside a wealth of additional expertise in areas such as Behaviour, Herbal Medicine, and Acupuncture.

• 6.6 weeks’ holiday including bank holidays – plus your birthday off
• Private medical insurance
• Enhanced family‑friendly leave and pay
• 24/7 confidential Employee Assistance Programme

• £1,250 CPD allowance + 40 hours paid CPD
• Certificate and advanced learning support & Access to Vetlexicon online resources
• World‑leading IVC Evidensia Training Centres
• £1,250 annual Care Fund for every vet

• 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

If you’re looking for a role that supports your ambitions and respects your work‑life balance, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today or get in touch for an informal, confidential chat.