Veterinary Surgeon – Modern Hospital With Exceptional Clinical Standards

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Salary
£61,000

Company
Global Veterinary Careers (GVC)

Contact
Iain Anderson

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South London, United Kingdom

Hospital-based role with advanced facilities, protected work–life balance, varied caseloads, and strong support for developing medical, imaging, and surgical skills.

Who They Are

This is a multi‑award‑winning small animal hospital located in South London, known for delivering exceptionally high standards of contextualised care. The site has been recently refurbished and includes dedicated imaging suites, multiple theatres, advanced dental facilities, separate dog and cat wards, and a strong focus on patient comfort.

The hospital operates under robust clinical standards with independent assessment recognition and extended accreditations, including gold‑level cat‑friendly status and environmental sustainability awards. With out‑of‑hours care provided by an onsite emergency team, the hospital retains complex medical cases in‑house while ensuring continuity of care without additional night duties.

The surrounding area offers excellent transport links into central London, access to green space, family‑friendly amenities, and a wide range of lifestyle options suitable for commuters and local residents alike.

The clinical team includes vets with certifications in medicine, surgery, ophthalmology, imaging, and dentistry, supported by a highly skilled nursing and client care team dedicated to collaborative, patient‑focused care.

What You’ll Do

• Deliver first‑opinion consultations and medical care with protected 15‑minute appointment times.
• Perform routine and non‑routine surgeries, with opportunities to develop further based on your clinical interests.
• Utilise dedicated diagnostic facilities, including ultrasound, digital radiography, and advanced dental imaging.
• Support inpatient care in collaboration with an onsite emergency team for continuity of treatment.
• Apply evidence‑based decision‑making to ensure high‑quality, welfare‑focused care.
• Work in line with RCVS guidelines, ensuring patient safety, pain management, and accurate clinical documentation.
• Contribute to case discussions, inpatient rounds, and shared learning within the multi‑vet team.
• Work a rotation of early and late shifts, plus infrequent weekend duties with time off in lieu.

What You’ll Gain From Them

• Competitive salary up to £61,000, depending on experience.
• Exceptionally strong work–life balance, including no out‑of‑hours or bank holiday commitments and multiple early finishes each week.
• Extensive CPD funding (£2,000 per year) and access to a comprehensive online clinical development programme.
• Opportunities for certification and advanced study, with support from experienced certificate holders.
• Exposure to a broad caseload supporting development in:
  • Soft tissue surgery
  • Medical investigations
  • Imaging and diagnostics
  • Case continuity and complex case management
• Development of clinical decision‑making, communication, and leadership skills, supporting long‑term progression into senior clinical roles.
• Additional benefits include:
  • 5 weeks’ holiday plus bank holidays and birthday leave
  • Employer pension contributions
  • Life assurance
  • Enhanced sickness pay
  • Enhanced family leave
  • Staff discounts
  • Electric car salary sacrifice scheme
  • Employee wellbeing and assistance programmes
  • Eyecare vouchers, flu vaccination, and cycle‑to‑work scheme

What They Need From You

RCVS Registration – eligibility to practise as a Veterinary Surgeon in the UK.

Clinical Competence – ability to manage consultations, medical work‑ups, and routine surgery.

Diagnostic and Surgical Engagement – willingness to utilise and develop skills in medicine, surgery, and imaging.

Client Communication – ability to explain clinical information clearly and build trust.
 

Team Collaboration – ability to work effectively within a multi‑disciplinary hospital team.

Commitment to Continuous Learning – engagement with CPD and reflective practice.

What’s Next

• Submit your CV for review.
• GVC will contact you to discuss your experience and aspirations.
• Next steps typically include an informal discussion, followed by a clinical interview.

Tel: 0330 1135 222
Address: South London, United Kingdom