Think all vet job adverts sound the same? We are not pretending this one doesn''t… it has got the usual bits about us, the job and the perks. But if you want to work somewhere where the team is the difference, we might be for you!

About us

We are looking for an experienced veterinary surgeon to join a well-established team in the beautiful area of Waterlooville. You will be joining a team consisting of 2 full time vets, 4 RVNs, 1 VCA, 1 RVN practice owner and 4 receptionists; 4 of the team have been with the practice for over 5 years, with one being a part of the team since the practice opened.

The practice is supported by two further off-site clinical practice owners and four sister surgery clinical teams, totalling approximately 21 vets. Although we encourage case collaboration and clinical discussions with peers, you would be permanently based at the Waterlooville practice.

The practice was opened in 2016 and currently has an active client base of approximately 3000, with a good surgical load. We are therefore looking for a veterinary surgeon with both excellent consulting skills and is experienced and looking for a role allowing more surgical days.

The role offersAn average of 40 hours a week (4x weekdays, finishing at 19:00pm, and 1 in 3 Saturdays finishing at 18:00pm).No OOH and no on call.

We value our team''s work and home life balance so offer1 weekday off per week.The full years rota planned in advance.Currently closed on Sundays (with no plans to reopen Sundays).Vast majority of lunch hours and work day finished on time

At least 3 mornings of surgery every week.A combination of 15 minute and 30 minute appointments.An active patient base that is split 67% canine, 27% feline and less than 6% rabbit and exotic.Regular vet meetings.Admin time throughout the day.

BenefitsSalary £45,000 - £70,000, depending on experience.£3,000 signing-on bonus. (Non-agency only).CPD budget of £1,750, plus 5 paid CPD days.Certificates encouraged and supported, separate from CPD budget.Membership fees to RCVS, VDS and BVA paid.Income protection, Life Assurance and optional Private Medical insurance.Generous staff (and immediate family) discounted pet care.As well as the standard annual leave, paid birthday-day off, pension contribution and third-party discounts.Three year working visa application fees paid, if applicable.

Location : PO7 7FG

For an informal chat, or to apply, please contact melanie.graham@vets4pets.com, antony.bielovich@companioncare.co.uk or Mackie.hobson@companioncare.co.uk.