Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon – Independent Practice, West Midlands

An established, independently owned small animal practice in the West Midlands is looking to welcome a compassionate Veterinary Surgeon to its friendly and close-knit team.

• True work–life balance: Monday–Friday | 9am–5pm | only 1 in 4 short Saturday mornings | No out-of-hours.
• Clinical freedom: A proudly independent practice, focused on honest medicine and high-quality patient care.
• GP role in a supportive team: Ideal for vets who enjoy both consulting and surgery, working alongside 3 other experienced Vets including a SAS certificate holder and an exceptional nursing and support team.
• Attractive package & development: Competitive salary (£45,000–£65,000 DOE), genuine opportunities to grow within a collaborative environment plus much more.

This is a rare opportunity to join a genuinely independent clinic where clinical freedom, continuity of care, and strong client relationships are at the heart of everything. The practice is well-equipped and offers a full range of first-opinion services including routine consultations, preventative healthcare, dentistry, soft tissue surgery, diagnostics, imaging, dermatology, orthopaedics, and internal medicine. The team takes pride in providing thorough, unrushed consultations and supporting pets and their owners through every life stage.

About the Practice
• Independent, vet-led clinic with a strong community focus
• Emphasis on honest advice, continuity, and patient-centred care
• Well-equipped for medical and surgical work-ups
• Loyal client base that values time, communication, and compassion
• Experienced nursing and support team

The practice environment is relaxed, friendly, and designed to allow vets the time they need.

The friendly and supportive team includes a Vet with a surgical certificate, an experienced Vet with a mix of clinical expertise, an experienced part time vet and an exceptional nursing and support team. A truly fabulous team to become part of.

The Rota
• Monday to Friday 9am–5pm
• 1 in 4 Saturdays 9am–12pm
• No OOH

About you
• MRCVS registered Veterinary Surgeon
• Confident with routine consults and surgery
• Keen to provide high standards of patient and client care
• Team-oriented with excellent communication skills

Benefits
• Competitive salary: £45,000–£65,000 DOE
• No OOH
• Generous CPD allowance with support for certificates
• Professional fees paid
• Flexible working options for work-life balance
• Supportive, experienced team and positive workplace culture
• Company pension
• Employee discount

This role is perfect for an experienced veterinary surgeon seeking to make a real impact in a friendly, independent small animal practice in the West Midlands. If you are passionate about small animal care, love surgery, and want to work in a team that genuinely cares, this could be your next career move.

For more information or for a confidential chat, please contact Lorna on 01904 570056 or email l.vasey@purovets.com

To view all our vacancies, please visit https://purovets.com/veterinary-jobs/

And don't forget, if this position is of no interest to you but you know someone who may be interested, please pass on our details. We offer £250* for every successful candidate referral. *Terms and conditions apply.

Ref no: JOB-56788