Job ID: SK - 4308

Gillingham, Medway, UK

Discipline

Contract Type

Permanent

Salary (Annual)

£47,069 - £61,862

Hours

Full Time

Practice Type

General Practice (1st Opinion)

Accommodation

No Accommodation

Equipment Consulting Rooms In-house Lab Surgical Suite And More

Recruitment Consultant

Sam Kelly

01626 249108

Veterinary Surgeon

The Package

Salary up to £61,862 (Annual)

  • Flexible working options, with part-time considered
  • 25 days' annual leave plus Bank Holidays
  • Option to buy or sell up to 5 additional days' annual leave
  • Three additional paid days off each year (Volunteering Day, Celebration Day and Wellbeing Day)
  • £1,000 CPD allowance plus 5 days' paid CPD leave annually
  • Extensive internal CPD programmes
  • Discounts for BSAVA Congress and London Vet Show
  • RCVS membership fees paid
  • Relocation support available
  • Visa sponsorship (Certificate of Sponsorship) available for eligible candidates
  • Enhanced pension contributions from 5% up to 10%
  • Life assurance (4x annual salary)
  • AXA Health private medical cover
  • 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
  • Retail, holiday and lifestyle discounts
  • Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave
  • 10% discount on pet insurance
  • Access to staff veterinary services

Job Description

Introduction
Our Client is an independent veterinary charity seeking a Veterinary Surgeon to join their friendly and collaborative hospital team. This is an excellent opportunity for a veterinary surgeon looking to work with a varied medical and surgical caseload while making a genuine difference to pets and owners. The role offers excellent clinical exposure, strong team support, and ongoing opportunities for professional development within a purpose-driven organisation.

Working Hours / Rota
This is a permanent position with flexible working arrangements available, including part-time hours for the right candidate. Working patterns can be discussed during the recruitment process to support an excellent work-life balance.

Role Description
As a Veterinary Surgeon, you will manage a diverse first opinion caseload covering both medicine and surgery while delivering high standards of patient and client care. You will make evidence-based clinical decisions, create practical treatment plans tailored to each patient’s needs, and communicate clearly with clients throughout their pet’s care. Working alongside an experienced multidisciplinary team, you will contribute to continuous clinical improvement, share knowledge with colleagues, and support the hospital’s commitment to compassionate, accessible veterinary care.

Team Size
You will become part of a highly collaborative hospital team where veterinary surgeons, nurses, and support colleagues work closely together to discuss cases, share knowledge, and provide exceptional patient care within a supportive learning environment.

Practice Details & Equipment
The hospital is a modern, well-equipped facility featuring separate dog and cat wards, digital radiography, ultrasound, endoscopy, piped gases, extensive orthopaedic equipment, and in-house diagnostic facilities. The varied caseload and collaborative environment provide excellent opportunities to further develop both medical and surgical skills.

Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate will be a qualified MRCVS Veterinary Surgeon who enjoys working with a varied caseload and is committed to delivering evidence-based, compassionate patient care. You will be adaptable, resilient, and an excellent communicator, confident discussing realistic treatment options while working collaboratively within a supportive team. Candidates requiring visa sponsorship are welcome to apply.

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