Senior Veterinary Surgeon East Midlands

Senior / Experienced Veterinary Surgeon

Full-time or Part-time | No OOH | Up to £70,000 DOE
East Midlands (excellent transport links)

The Vet Office is recruiting an ambitious and experienced Veterinary Surgeon who is looking for a new challenge and the opportunity to take their career to the next level.

This role is based in a stand‑alone, well‑established small animal practice located on the outskirts of a vibrant university town, in a busy residential area with on‑site parking and excellent motorway and train links to Nottingham, Leicester, Birmingham, London and the Peak District.

The successful candidate will join a friendly, inclusive and supportive team where professional development is genuinely encouraged. The practice values confidence, initiative and a willingness to give things a try in order to achieve the best outcomes for patients, whatever their budget.

Vets are encouraged to work across a mix of consultations and surgery
, gradually expanding their skillset and comfort zone. The environment is collaborative, with strong communication, daily huddles and a real team ethos.

• Dynamic team of 4 vets
  , supported by RVNs, SVNs, CCAs and an experienced Practice Manager

• Strong mentoring culture, including support for recent graduates

• Wide and varied medical and surgical caseload

• In‑house capability for advanced and orthopaedic surgery
  , offering excellent learning opportunities

• State‑of‑the‑art facilities
  , including digital x‑ray, ultrasound, digital endoscopy, in‑house lab and extensive surgical and orthopaedic equipment

• 4-day working week (full-time)

• 1 in 4 Saturday rota (9:00–12:00)

• No out‑of‑hours

• Part‑time hours considered for the right candidate

• Salary up to £70,000 (dependent on experience & FTE)

• £2,000 welcome bonus (T&Cs apply)

• 6.6 weeks annual leave including bank holidays

• Contributory pension scheme &
  life assurance (4x salary)

• Generous CPD budget with up to 5 days paid CPD, including certificate funding

• Paid professional memberships (RCVS, BVA, VDS, BSAVA)

• 20-minute consultations as standard

• Excellent internal career progression opportunities

• Company discounts and generous staff pet care discounts

• Qualified Veterinary Surgeon (MRCVS)

• Confident, motivated and clinically curious

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

• Passion for high‑quality patient care and teamwork

To apply or request more information, please contact The Vet Office.