Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal - FTC

• Salary up to £75,000 DOE
• Welcome bonus up to £1500
• Relocation Allowance up to £1500

At inspiring vet care, our people are at the heart of everything we do. As the UK’s number one vet care provider, we're trusted with the care of over 2 million animals, delivering our purpose of healthier animals and happier owners.

Looking for clinical freedom, true flexibility, and real career development? At AlphaVets, we’ve built an environment where you can thrive both professionally and personally. As a Veterinary Surgeon at AlphaVets, you’ll grow your skills, be part of a passionate and supportive team, consult, operate, and treat inpatients, or opt for a consulting-only role if you prefer. Our dual-location clinics offer excellent clinical exposure, including orthopaedic work-ups and advanced laparoscopic opportunities, so you can follow your clinical interests and ambitions.

Join our well equipped sites:

• *Digital x-ray
• *Ultrasound
• *In-house lab
• *Sterilisation room
• *Advanced dental equipment.
• *Langstone branch features refurbished facilities with separate wards
• *Dental suite
• *Imaging
• *Endoscopy
• *Laparoscopy
• *Advanced orthopaedic/spinal equipment

How You’ll Make a Difference

As a Primary Care Veterinary Surgeon, you’ll work collaboratively with the wider practice team to deliver a high standard of patient and client care across a varied and rewarding caseload.

You’ll continue to develop your clinical skills and interests while sharing your knowledge and experience with colleagues, contributing positively to the clinical culture of the practice. You’ll be an integral member of the clinical team, delivering excellent care and supporting the ongoing development of those around you.

• This role is a 12-month fixed-term contract:
• *Flexible rota
• *Options to support work-life balance.
• *Full-time (40 hours) or tailored schedules available to suit your lifestyle
• *Open to part-time (3–4 days) with a mix of surgery and consulting duties

You Might Be a Great Fit If...

You are a confident and motivated veterinary surgeon who enjoys working as part of a team and is committed to delivering high-quality patient and client care. You’ll bring:

• * A Veterinary degree and registration (or eligibility to register) with the RCVS
• * Experience working in clinical practice with growing confidence in routine medical and surgical cases
• * Strong communication skills and the ability to build effective relationships with clients and colleagues
• * A proactive approach to learning, with openness to feedback and development
• * Professionalism, reliability, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively

How We’ll Support You

At IVC Evidensia, we’re committed to supporting your ongoing development and wellbeing. When you join us, you’ll benefit from:

• * Clear career pathways with progression opportunities across primary care, referral, leadership, and specialist roles
• * Funded learning and development including CPD allowance and access to IVC academy training centres & role-relevant courses
• * £1,250 annual Care Fund for every vet
• * Access to mentors, regional clinical coaches, and peer networks
• * Support to develop clinical interests and expand your capabilities
• * A collaborative, values-led culture focused on care, community, and continuous improvement

What We Offer Our Team

• * 6.6 weeks’ holiday including bank holidays
• * Private medical insurance
• * Enhanced family leave and pay across maternity, paternity, adoption and surrogacy
• * BVA membership, VDS cover & RCVS fees
• * Cycle to Work and Green Car schemes (eligibility applies)
• * Retail discounts and cashback offers
• * Reduced-cost veterinary care for your own pets

We’re committed to supporting our people through career development opportunities, wellbeing initiatives and access to world-class learning resources.

Whether you’re just starting out or looking to take the next step in your career, inspiring vet care offers the support, opportunity and community to help you grow.