Job Description
The Opportunity
Medivet Quarrington is seeking a confident and forward-thinking Veterinary Surgeon with a strong interest in small animal surgery, who either holds or is actively working towards a CertAVP in Small Animal Surgery.
This role is ideal for a clinician who enjoys managing complex surgical cases, contributing to peri-operative planning, and developing advanced surgical skills within a supportive, well-equipped environment.
The practice is long-established with a loyal client base and a highly experienced team, offering an excellent platform for both clinical progression and professional fulfilment.
The Practice Environment
- Medivet Quarrington is a purpose-built veterinary practice featuring:
- Five modern consulting rooms
- Separate dog and cat wards
- Dedicated, well-equipped operating theatres
Advanced diagnostic and surgical equipment, including:
- ECG
- Orthopaedic instrumentation
- Digital and dental X-ray
Ultrasound
The practice manages a busy and diverse caseload and is an approved training practice for both veterinary surgeons and nurses, creating a strong learning culture.
Working Pattern & Flexibility
- 40 hours per week across 4 days
- 1 in 4 Saturdays
- No out-of-hours work listed
- Part-time arrangements considered – flexibility welcomed
What You’ll Be Doing
In this role, you will:
- Deliver high-quality clinical care in both consultations and surgery
- Lead and contribute to case planning and peri-operative management
- Develop clear, tailored treatment plans in partnership with clients
- Work collaboratively within a supportive, multidisciplinary team
- Share clinical knowledge and support the development of colleagues across the Medivet community
- Maintain professional, regulatory, and operational standards at all times
About You
You will be:
- A qualified MRCVS registered to practice in the UK
- Passionate about clinical excellence and patient care
- Confident working with surgical cases or keen to develop advanced surgical skills
- A team-focused clinician who values collaboration and learning
- Motivated to build a long-term career within a supportive organisation
Your Rewards & Benefits
Medivet offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support both your career and wellbeing:
Health & Wellbeing
- Private Medical Insurance and Health Cash Plan from day one
- 24/7 counselling and wellbeing support
- Life assurance (3 × annual salary)
Time Off
- 5 weeks’ annual leave plus Bank Holidays
- Additional paid “Day for You”
- Increased leave with length of service
Learning & Career Development
Additional Support
- RCVS, VDS, and BVA fees covered
- Relocation assistance and visa sponsorship available
- Sabbatical options linked to length of service
Lifestyle Benefits
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Season ticket loans
- Discounts on Medivet products and services
Visa, Registration & Employment Guidance (UK Government)
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About Medivet
Medivet is one of the UK’s leading veterinary care providers, with over 400 practices, including 24-hour centres and referral hospitals, across the UK and Europe. More than a network, Medivet is a community built around supporting its people as much as its patients.
The organisation is committed to providing the right care, at the right time, with the right support—so you can build the career you want, not just fill a rota.
