Veterinary Surgeon –  Hertfordshire, UK

Salary: £45,000–£65,000 DOE | Flexible 4-Day Week | Supportive Team

Are you a confident Veterinary Surgeon looking for a rewarding role in Stevenage, Hertfordshire? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-supported small animal practice with a collaborative team, varied caseload, and strong clinical leadership. Ideal for a vet with 2–3 years’ experience who is comfortable with routine surgery and consulting and ready to continue developing their clinical interests.

The Role

This is a flexible, permanent position offering a great balance of consulting and surgery in a friendly, progressive environment.

Key responsibilities include:

• Deliver high-quality clinical care through consultations and routine surgical procedures
• Perform routine surgeries such as spays and neuters confidently
• Work collaboratively with an experienced Lead Vet and supportive nursing team
• Manage a varied caseload with opportunities to develop surgical or imaging interests
• Provide occasional sole charge on Fridays (with advance notice and full support available)
• Contribute to maintaining excellent clinical and client care standards

Working Pattern

• Ideally 4 days per week (flexibility available)
• Friday working is essential (Lead Vet’s day off)
• Shift pattern: 8:30am–6:30pm with 1-hour lunch break
• Weekend rota: 1 in 3 at branch level or ideally 1 in 6 at hospital level
• Occasional sole charge, fully supported and planned in advance

The Team & Environment

You’ll be joining a supportive and experienced team including a Lead Vet with a strong surgical focus, Practice owner, part-time vets, regular locum support, and a proactive nursing team who run their own consults. The practice actively encourages clinical development, and any special interests  - particularly in surgery or imaging can be supported and grown.

Candidate Requirements

• MRCVS registered Veterinary Surgeon
• Ideally 2–3 years’ UK small animal experience
• Confident with routine consultations and surgeries (e.g., spays, neuters)
• Able to work independently when required
• Keen to develop clinical skills and contribute positively to the team

Salary & Benefits

• £45,000–£65,000 salary depending on experience
• Flexible working pattern
• Supportive leadership and mentoring available
• Excellent clinical development and certificate support
• Generous holiday allowance
• Opportunity to develop clinical interests and grow caseload

If you’re looking for a supportive practice with genuine flexibility and excellent clinical development, this could be the ideal next step in your career.

Apply now or contact me for more details
stephanie.hellier@gvcvets.com or 01392 793069