Veterinary Surgeon – Medicine / Imaging / Cardiology Focus(UK Visa Sponsorship)

Job Description

Shape Your Clinical Path

This is not a standard veterinary role. At Medivet Canonbury, you’ll have the opportunity to build a clinical niche in areas such as internal medicine, diagnostic imaging, or cardiology. The practice is designed for vets who enjoy digging deeper into cases, developing diagnostic plans, and following patients through their full treatment journey.

If you’re motivated by clinical excellence and want to grow in a focused area, this role offers the support and flexibility to do just that.

 Your Day-to-Day Impact

You’ll play a key role in managing both routine and more advanced medical cases, with responsibilities including:

  • Handling a diverse caseload with increasing clinical complexity
    Carrying out detailed diagnostic workups and investigations
    Developing structured treatment plans tailored to individual patients
    Building lasting relationships with clients through continuity of care
    Supporting the growth of in-house services and clinical standards
    Collaborating with colleagues across the wider Medivet network

This role gives you the time and support to practise medicine thoughtfully rather than rushing through cases.

 Who This Role Suits

We’re looking for a vet who is:

  • MRCVS qualified
    Passionate about internal medicine, imaging, or cardiology
    Working towards (or interested in) a postgraduate certificate, or has equivalent experience
    Confident in managing medical cases and solving complex clinical problems
    A strong communicator who values teamwork and high standards
    Eager to grow within a forward-thinking and evolving practice

 About the Practice

Medivet Canonbury is a well-established clinic in North London with a loyal client base and a steadily growing caseload. The practice supports more advanced case work, allowing vets to expand their clinical capabilities.

 Location Benefits:

  • Close to Essex Road station
    Within easy reach of Highbury & Islington and Angel
    Excellent connectivity across London

 Working Pattern

  • 4 days per week
    Regular day off (Friday)
    1 in 3 Saturdays or 1 in 6 full weekends (flexible depending on rota preferences)

This structure is designed to balance professional development with personal time.

 What You’ll Receive

 Health & Wellbeing

  • Private medical insurance from day one
    Health cash plan
    24/7 wellbeing and counselling services
    Life assurance (3x salary)

 Annual Leave

  • 5 weeks’ holiday + bank holidays
    Extra personal “Day for You”
    Increased leave with length of service

 Professional Development

  • £1,500 CPD allowance annually
    3 paid CPD days
    Funded certificate opportunities
    Access to Medivet’s clinical network and referral support

 Additional Support

  • RCVS, VDS, and BVA fees covered
    Relocation assistance available
    UK visa sponsorship
    Sabbatical options (based on service)

 Lifestyle Benefits

  • Cycle to Work scheme
    Season ticket loans
    Staff discounts on services and products

 Why Join Medivet Canonbury?

This role is ideal for a vet who wants more than routine practice. You’ll be part of a team that values clinical curiosity, supports professional growth, and encourages you to shape your own area of expertise.

 Useful UK Government Resources

For international candidates, these official resources can help guide your move to the UK: