Job Description
The Opportunity
Medivet Quarrington is welcoming a confident and motivated Veterinary Surgeon with a strong interest in small animal surgery. This role is ideal for someone who already holds, or is actively working towards, a CertAVP in Small Animal Surgery and wants the space, support, and case-load to further refine advanced surgical skills.
You’ll play a key role in surgical case planning, peri-operative care, and clinical leadership, while being part of a genuinely supportive and experienced practice team.
About the Practice
This is a well-established, purpose-built practice with a loyal client base and an excellent local reputation. The environment has been designed to support high clinical standards and calm patient care, including:
- Five modern consulting rooms
- Separate dog and cat wards
- Fully equipped operating theatres
- Advanced diagnostics and surgical tools (ECG, orthopaedic equipment, digital & dental X-ray, ultrasound)
The practice also serves as a training site for veterinary nurses and vets, making it a great fit for someone who enjoys mentoring and collaborative learning.
Your Role
In this position, you will:
- Deliver high-quality clinical care in both consultations and surgery
- Lead on complex surgical cases and contribute to treatment planning
- Build trusted relationships with clients through clear communication and compassionate care
- Work closely with a skilled, multidisciplinary team
- Share expertise and support the wider Medivet clinical community
What We’re Looking For
You’ll be:
- A qualified MRCVS
- Passionate about clinical excellence and continuous improvement
- Confident working with a varied and busy caseload
- A supportive team player who enjoys knowledge-sharing
- Committed to high standards of patient welfare and client care
Working Pattern
- 40 hours across 4 days per week
- 1 in 4 Saturday mornings
- Part-time applications welcomed – flexibility matters to us
What You’ll Receive
Health & Wellbeing
- Private Medical Insurance & Health Cash Plan from day one
- 24/7 counselling and wellbeing support
- Life assurance (3× annual salary)
Time Off
- 5 weeks’ annual leave + Bank Holidays
- Additional paid “Day for You”
- Annual leave increases with service
- Learning & Career Development
- £1,500 CPD allowance + 3 paid CPD days per year
- Funded certificates and structured internal career pathways
- Access to Clinical Communities and 24-hour hospitals
Practical Support
- RCVS, VDS, and BVA fees covered
- Relocation assistance available
- Visa sponsorship for eligible candidates
- Sabbatical options linked to length of service
Lifestyle Benefits
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Season ticket loans
- Discounts on Medivet services and products
About Medivet
Medivet is one of the UK’s leading veterinary care providers, with 400+ practices, 24-hour centres, and referral hospitals across the UK and Europe. We’re a community, not just a network—focused on supporting our people as much as the pets they care for.