Veterinary Surgeon – 24-Hour Hospital(UK Visa Sponsorship)
Job Description
Why This Role?
If you thrive in a fast-paced hospital environment and want to help shape how modern veterinary hospitals operate, Medivet Faygate 24-Hour offers a rare and exciting opportunity.
Set within acres of woodland and scenic countryside, the practice enjoys a unique location close to the South Downs National Park and within easy reach of the Jurassic Coast — combining exceptional clinical exposure with an outstanding quality of life.
Faygate has built a strong reputation for delivering advanced, compassionate, and evidence-based veterinary care, supported by a collaborative and welcoming hospital team.
The Clinical Environment
This is a well-equipped, referral-level hospital designed to support complex medical and surgical caseloads. Facilities include:
- Digital and dental radiography
- Multiparameter anaesthetic monitoring
- Endoscopy and bronchoscopy
- In-house laboratory
- CT imaging
- Two fully equipped operating theatres
- Separate cat and dog waiting areas and wards
- Dedicated isolation facilities
As one of Medivet’s 24-hour centres, Faygate plays a vital role within the wider group, receiving advanced cases and supporting surrounding practices.
The Role
We’re looking for a Veterinary Surgeon with a strong interest in surgery, ideally with an orthopaedic bias, to join a recently restructured yet highly experienced hospital team. You’ll be part of a culture that prioritises clinical excellence, continuous improvement, and teamwork.
You’ll have the opportunity to work on varied and challenging cases, contribute to hospital development, and influence how high-quality patient care is delivered around the clock.
What You’ll Be Doing
In this role, you will:
- Provide exceptional clinical care during consultations and surgical procedures
- Manage cases to the highest standards of clinical governance and regulatory compliance
- Develop clear, tailored treatment plans in partnership with clients
- Collaborate closely with vets, nurses, and support teams across the hospital
- Share knowledge, mentor colleagues, and contribute to Medivet’s wider clinical community
- All professional duties align with RCVS standards and UK veterinary regulation
About You
You’ll be:
- A qualified MRCVS Veterinary Surgeon
- Experienced in UK practice (ideally 3+ years)
- Confident working in a hospital or referral environment
- Passionate about surgery, with an interest in orthopaedics
- A team-focused clinician who values learning and collaboration
- Committed to high standards of patient care and client communication
What Medivet Offers You
Health & Wellbeing
- Private Medical Insurance and Health Cash Plan from day one
- 24/7 confidential counselling and wellbeing support
- Life Assurance at 3x annual salary
Time Off
- 5 weeks’ annual leave plus Bank Holidays, increasing with service
- An additional paid “Day for You” — because wellbeing matters
Learning & Career Development
- £1,500 CPD allowance plus 3 paid CPD days per year
- Access to internal Clinical Communities and 24-hour hospitals
- Funded certificates and structured internal career pathways
Practical Support
- RCVS, VDS, and BVA fees fully covered
- Relocation assistance and UK visa sponsorship, subject to eligibility
- Sabbatical options linked to length of service
Lifestyle Benefits
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Season ticket loans
- Discounts on Medivet products and services
- All working arrangements comply with UK employment and working time regulations
About Medivet
Medivet is one of the UK’s leading veterinary care providers, with 400+ practices, including 24-hour hospitals and referral centres across the UK and Europe. We’re more than a network — we’re a connected clinical community.
Our philosophy is simple: provide the right care for pets by supporting the people who care for them. That means investing in your development, wellbeing, and long-term career — not just filling rotas.
