Veterinary Surgeon
Orpington | Up to £70,000 DOE

An exciting opportunity for an experienced Veterinary Surgeon to join a growing, independent small animal practice in Petts Wood.

Our client is a well-established, purpose-built independent companion animal practice that is growing steadily and looking to welcome another Veterinary Surgeon to its friendly and collaborative team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a vet who values clinical excellence, genuine teamwork and a healthy work-life balance. The practice takes a thoughtful, evidence-based approach to veterinary medicine and prides itself on building long-term relationships with both clients and their pets.

The Role

As a Veterinary Surgeon, you'll play a key role within the practice, providing high-quality clinical care across a varied caseload. Your responsibilities will include:

• Clinical examinations and routine consultations
• Medical and surgical cases
• Anaesthesia and dentistry
• Diagnostic investigation and interpretation
• Emergency cases within normal working hours
• Working closely with experienced veterinary nurses and the wider team
• Supporting and mentoring more junior colleagues
• Building strong, trusting relationships with clients and clearly explaining treatment options

The practice places real emphasis on quality over quantity. Consultations are properly timed, allowing you to give each patient the attention they deserve, while the collaborative team environment means colleagues are always on hand to support one another.

You'll be encouraged to ask questions, share ideas and use your clinical judgement to provide evidence-based care.

Working Pattern & Benefits

• 4 days per week, Monday–Friday, with flexibility around working days
• 8:30am–6:30pm
• 1 in 4 Saturdays, 9am–1pm
• Up to £70,000 salary, depending on experience
• 25 days' annual leave + bank holidays
• Additional day off for your birthday
• Pension scheme
• RCVS and VDS fees paid
• Generous CPD allowance + paid CPD leave
• Private health insurance
• No out-of-hours
• No on-call
• No Sundays
• No public holidays

About You

We're looking for a Veterinary Surgeon with a minimum of 3 years' experience who is confident working across small animal medicine and surgery.

You'll ideally have:

• MRCVS eligibility or full RCVS registration
• Strong clinical skills across small animal medicine, surgery and anaesthesia
• Excellent communication and client-care skills
• A collaborative approach and genuine respect for colleagues
• Sound clinical judgement and a commitment to evidence-based medicine
• Confidence in dentistry, or a willingness to develop your skills
• Previous experience in small animal general practice

Most importantly, we're looking for someone who is passionate about doing a great job, enjoys working as part of a team and wants a career that allows time for life outside the practice.

The Practice

The practice is a small, independent, purpose-built veterinary surgery in Petts Wood, Orpington, located just a short walk from the station.

If you're looking for a practice where clinical standards, patient care, teamwork and work-life balance genuinely matter, this could be an excellent next step.

To find out more about this Veterinary Surgeon opportunity, please email Jordan at j.corrigan@purovets.com