Job Overview
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Date Posted
March 13, 2026
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Expiration date
August 7, 2026
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Qualification
Associate Degree
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Job Description
Overview of the Role
Medivet is seeking an experienced Area Veterinary Surgeon to support and guide a network of veterinary practices across the Chelmsford region. This position is ideal for a veterinary professional who enjoys combining hands-on clinical work with leadership responsibilities and professional mentoring.
As an Area Vet, you will play an important role in maintaining high clinical standards across multiple practices while supporting veterinary teams with guidance, training, and professional development. The role offers variety and influence, allowing you to contribute directly to the quality of care delivered to patients and clients across the region.
Key Responsibilities
This role blends clinical practice with strategic oversight. Your day-to-day responsibilities may include:
- Delivering high-quality veterinary care through consultations, diagnosis, and surgical procedures
- Supporting veterinary surgeons and nurses within the practice cluster through mentorship and clinical guidance
- Helping implement consistent clinical governance and best practice standards across multiple practices
- Assisting with staff training and professional development initiatives
- Encouraging collaboration between teams to ensure excellent patient care and client satisfaction
- Contributing to service improvements and operational efficiency within the cluster
Who We Are Looking For
This opportunity would suit a confident and motivated veterinary surgeon who enjoys both clinical work and supporting colleagues.
The ideal candidate will:
- Be a qualified Veterinary Surgeon registered with the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS)
- Demonstrate strong leadership and organisational skills
- Enjoy mentoring and guiding veterinary teams
- Be confident managing a variety of clinical cases
- Have a genuine commitment to patient welfare and client communication
- Thrive in a collaborative and supportive working environment
Salary and Benefits
Medivet offers a competitive salary alongside a comprehensive benefits package designed to support both professional growth and personal wellbeing.
Health and Wellbeing
- Private medical insurance and health cash plan from the first day of employment
- 24/7 counselling and wellbeing support services
- Life assurance cover equal to three times annual salary
Annual Leave
- Five weeks’ annual leave plus UK bank holidays
- Additional paid personal leave day (“Day for You”)
- Increased leave allowance with length of service
Learning and Development
- £1,500 annual CPD allowance with three paid study days
- Access to Medivet clinical communities and internal learning programmes
- Funded professional certificates and defined career progression pathways
Additional Professional Support
- Payment of RCVS, VDS, and BVA professional fees
- Relocation assistance for eligible candidates
- UK visa sponsorship available for international applicants
- Sabbatical opportunities depending on length of service
Lifestyle Benefits
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Season ticket travel loan support
- Employee discounts on Medivet products and veterinary services
About Medivet
Medivet is one of the leading veterinary care providers in Europe, operating more than 400 veterinary practices and 24-hour hospitals across the UK and internationally.
The organisation is committed to providing high-quality veterinary treatment while supporting the professional development and wellbeing of its employees. Medivet’s collaborative culture encourages continuous learning, innovation, and teamwork across its network of practices.
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