Veterinary Surgeon | Chesterfield

12 Month Fixed Term Contract | Starting December 2026

Why Join This Practice?

✔ 4-day week with a fixed day off and excellent work-life balance
✔ Just 1 in 5 Saturdays with no out-of-hours commitments
✔ 15-minute consultations with protected admin time and genuine lunch breaks
✔ Proudly Independent, family-run practice

✔ Competitive salary depending on experience

About the Practice

As an independent veterinary practice, clinical standards and patient care always come first.

The team consists of experienced Veterinary Surgeons, Registered Veterinary Nurses, Student Veterinary Nurses, receptionists and support staff who work closely together to provide exceptional care while maintaining a genuinely enjoyable working environment.

The practice offers a varied caseload, modern facilities and a collaborative atmosphere where ideas are welcomed and professional development is actively encouraged.

The Role

12 Month Fixed Term contract covering maternity leave starting December 2026.  The practice welcomes applications from both full-time and part-time Veterinary Surgeons. Ideally, you'll have around 4 years' experience, comfortable with routine surgery and consultations. A particular interest or strength in internal medicine would be advantageous but not essential.

You'll enjoy a varied role combining consultations, diagnostics and surgery, with protected administration time built into your day so you can focus on delivering exceptional patient care without feeling rushed.

The Rota

• 4-day working week
• Fixed day off every week
• Just 1 in 5 Saturdays
• 15-minute consultations

Benefits

• A competitive salary depending on experience
• Paid RCVS and VDS memberships
• Enhanced staff discount
• Modern facilities and equipment
• Clinical Freedom within an independent practice
• Friendly, supportive working environment
• A loyal client base that values continuity of high-quality care

What We're Looking For

• MRCVS registered Veterinary Surgeon – ideally with at least 4 years experience.
• Passion for delivering outstanding small animal care
• Confident communicator with excellent teamwork skills
• Interest in Internal Medicine would be advantageous

Interested?

For a confidential conversation, contact Lorna on 01904 570056 or email l.vasey@purovets.com

You can also WhatsApp us at WhatsApp - Purovets and we are always happy to answer any questions you may have about our great opportunities.  

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: JOB-59232