Job ID: SK - 3426

Grays, Thurrock, UK

Discipline

Contract Type

Permanent

Salary (Annual)

Competitive Salary

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

Competitive Salary
  • Private Medical Insurance
  • Health Cash Plan from day one
  • 24/7 counselling and wellbeing support
  • Life Assurance (3x salary)
  • 5 weeks’ annual leave plus Bank Holidays, rising with length of service (pro-rata)
  • Extra ‘Day for You’ – a paid day off
  • £1,500 CPD allowance plus 3 days’ paid CPD leave per year (pro-rata)
  • Access to Clinical Communities and internal CPD
  • Funded certificates
  • Internal career pathways
  • RCVS, VDS and BVA fees paid
  • Relocation support
  • Visa sponsorship available
  • Sabbatical options based on length of service
  • Cycle to Work scheme
  • Season Ticket loans
  • Discounts on products and services

Job Description

Introduction
Our Client is a well-equipped small animal practice based in Chafford Hundred, Essex, situated in a vibrant and well-connected commuter area approximately 18 miles from central London. The practice offers modern facilities, in-house diagnostics, imaging, and cat-friendly facilities, supporting high standards of clinical care.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced and compassionate Veterinary Surgeon seeking a part-time position within a friendly and supportive team environment, offering strong clinical resources and a healthy work–life balance.

Working Hours / Rota
This is a permanent part-time role. The position includes 1 in 6 weekends, a fair share of Bank Holiday cover, and participation in an on-call rota. On-call duties are covered within a 24-hour hospital system based at a nearby Dartford site.

Role Description
In this role, you will deliver exceptional clinical care during consultations and surgical procedures, maintaining high standards of regulatory and operational compliance. You will develop tailored treatment plans in partnership with clients and manage a varied small animal caseload.

You will work collaboratively within a supportive team, contributing to shared clinical knowledge and maintaining strong client relationships. The role offers the opportunity to continue developing your clinical interests within a well-resourced and professional environment.

Team Size
You will be joining a friendly and supportive team within a modern practice environment, working collaboratively to deliver high-quality patient and client care.

Practice Details
The practice is modern and well-equipped, offering in-house diagnostics, imaging facilities, and cat-friendly facilities designed to reduce stress for feline patients.

Located in Chafford Hundred, Thurrock, the practice benefits from excellent transport links, green spaces, and local amenities, including Lakeside Shopping Centre and Chafford Gorges Nature Park. The practice is supported by a wider 24-hour hospital system for out-of-hours and on-call care.

Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate will be a qualified MRCVS Veterinary Surgeon with experience in small animal practice. You will demonstrate a strong commitment to clinical excellence and client care, alongside the ability to work effectively within a collaborative team.

Confidence in consultations and routine surgery is essential, as well as a proactive approach to patient care and ongoing professional development.

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