Small Animal Vet Surgeon Job, Heanor, Derbyshire, England

Company: The Vet Service
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Location: Heanor
Job Description:

Job Description

Our client is seeking a Small Animal Vet Surgeon to join a well-established first-opinion hospital team, with full-time hours available and part-time flexibility also considered. This role would suit a confident vet who enjoys working across a varied caseload, supporting case continuity, and being part of a collaborative clinical environment.

The position offers access to strong facilities including digital x-ray, dental x-ray, ultrasound, endoscopy, laparoscopy instruments, and visiting CT. With overnight hospitalisation, shared on-call responsibility, and opportunities to support newer vets, this is a strong role for someone who enjoys teamwork, development, and keeping cases well managed in-house.

Qualifications Needed

  • RCVS registration or eligibility to register as a Veterinary Surgeon in the UK
  • Confident small animal GP experience across consultations, diagnostics, and surgery
  • Comfortable taking part in shared on-call and weekend duties
  • Able to support newer graduate vets when required
  • Strong team approach with clear client communication skills

Package

  • Full-time role working 40 hours across 5 days
  • Part-time and flexible applications also considered
  • Shared 1 in 8 on-call and weekend rota
  • Opportunity to work across nearby practice sites when required
  • Overnight hospitalisation supporting strong case continuity
  • Visiting CT, digital x-ray, dental x-ray, ultrasound, endoscopy, and laparoscopy access
  • Development-focused environment with CPD interests supported
  • RCVS and VDS fees paid in full
  • Generous CPD allowance with funded postgraduate qualification options
  • Up to 33 days holiday with buy and sell options

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Posted: July 7th, 2026