Veterinary Surgeon

About the Role

This is a permanent Veterinary Surgeon role working on site across two split sites, Godalming and Normandy, within a first opinion setting. The contract is full time for up to 42 hours per week, part time will also be considered.

The rota is set at 4 days per week with 1 in 4 Saturdays, and weekend cover runs from 8:30am to 4pm. The salary is up to £65,000 per annum DOE, FTE.

You'll be joining a small animal specialist site where clinicians are encouraged to make the best decisions, improvement is welcomed, and best practice is shared. CVS also highlights access to learning, on the job training, and collaboration with skilled colleagues.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide first opinion small animal veterinary care across the Normandy and Godalming sites.
• Take the lead on surgical and medical cases.
• Carry out diagnostic investigations.
• Manage a varied caseload with a strong level of clinical autonomy.
• Support colleagues and contribute to shaping clinical standards.
• Deliver reassuring client care and clear communication.

Requirements

• Experienced small animal vet, ideally with 3 to 4 plus years of experience.
• Strong medical knowledge.
• Experience in routine and emergency surgery.
• Good communication skills.
• A passion for excellent care and client service.
• Confidence to mentor and support colleagues is valued.

Benefits

• Salary up to £65,000 per annum DOE, FTE.
• RCVS and VDS fees paid in full.
• Generous CPD allowance.
• BSAVA library access.
• Access to 450 plus courses.
• Fully funded postgraduate qualifications, including CertAVP and PgCert, with tuition, exams and study leave covered.
• Access to Vet Oracle telemedicine specialists, the Advanced Clinical Services Network and Regional Clinical Leads for case support and mentoring.
• Health cash plan.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Wellbeing Champions.
• Enhanced family leave policies.
• Staff pet care discounts, including 50% off services, MiPet food and medications.

About the Practice

Phoenix Veterinary Centre - Normandy is described as a modern purpose built small animal specialist site that opened in 2023. The role covers two split sites, Normandy and Godalming, and the team includes vets, nurses, PCAs and receptionists.

The wider CVS group says it invests in facilities, provides central support from HR, recruitment, payroll, IT, finance and procurement teams, and promotes an inclusive, collaborative workplace.