Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon – Reading
small animal veterinary practice in Reading is seeking a
Veterinary Surgeon to join its growing team. This
RCVS-accredited practice, established three years ago, has quickly built a loyal client base and offers an excellent opportunity for a vet looking to develop their career in a supportive and progressive environment.
The Practice
The practice is purpose-built and equipped with
- Two fully equipped operating theatres
- Dedicated dental suite with dental x-ray
- In-house IDEXX laboratory (including blood gases and coags)
- Digital x-ray and ultrasound
- Advanced anaesthetic monitoring
glass-fronted prep room and secure
online client access to patient records, including clinical notes, photos, and videos—supporting a transparent and modern approach to veterinary care.
The team benefits from regular visits by
peripatetic specialists, enhancing case exposure and clinical development opportunities.
The Role
This position is ideal for a
Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon who is:
- Confident with
- routine surgery and medical cases
- emergency presentations
- Able to handle their own caseload efficiently
- high standards of patient care
- Motivated to continue
- professional development and skill progression
Candidates with
2+ years’ experience are preferred; however, less experienced applicants will be considered for the right individual.
The Team & Culture
The practice prides itself on a
collaborative, supportive, and transparent working environment. The team consists of experienced vets and nurses, ensuring strong clinical support is always available.
There is a strong emphasis on
clinical freedom, allowing vets to work cases up fully while being supported by colleagues when needed.
Work-Life Balance & Hours
Flexible working options are available, making this role suitable for both
full-time and part-time applicants.
Full-time rota includes:
- 4-day working week
- Fixed day off
- Mix of early (8:30am – 6:00pm) and late (9:30am – 7:30pm) shifts
No Sundays, no out-of-hours (OOH), and no inpatient on-call
Salary & Benefits
- £1,600 CPD budget + 5 days CPD (certificates encouraged and funded)
- RCVS and VDS fees paid
- Company pension scheme
- Employee discount
- Cycle to work scheme
About the Practice
This is the second site of a forward-thinking independent veterinary group with a mission to
improve accessibility and affordability of high-quality veterinary care. The practice is designed to support both
clinical excellence and staff wellbeing, with a strong focus on maintaining a healthy
work-life balance.
Several team members are currently undertaking or have completed
postgraduate certifications, demonstrating a genuine commitment to ongoing professional development.
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