Veterinary Surgeon Opportunity in Ruislip, Greater London

Our client is seeking a confident and enthusiastic Veterinary Surgeon to join a thriving practice located in the historic town of Ruislip, Greater London. This position offers an excellent opportunity to work in a supportive environment with a focus on work-life balance.

The Hours:

• Full-time applicants preferred, working 40 hours per week over 4 days.
• Weekend rota of 1:3, working Saturdays (9 am-6 pm) and Sundays (10 am-4 pm).
• Flexibility to consider part-time applicants.
• No out-of-hours or bank holiday work

Candidate Requirements

• Qualified Veterinary Surgeon with RCVS registration.
• Ideally, a minimum of 2 years’ experience in small animal practice.
• Competence in routine surgeries for small companion animals and basic experience with exotics.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Passion for animal welfare and high-quality patient care.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Benefits Offered:

• Attractive salary up to £60,000 p/a, reflective of skills and experience
• Generous CPD allowance, with funding towards certificates.
• 5.6 weeks initial holiday, increasing to 6.6 weeks after 2 years.
• Additional day’s leave for birthday.
• Access to private health insurance.
• Contributory pension scheme.
• In-house career development opportunities.
• Paid membership fees (RCVS, BVA, VDS).
• Funded sponsorship visas, with potential relocation allowances.
• Access to the reward hub, including wellbeing support and pastoral care.
• Cycle to work scheme.

More About the Practice:

The practice is situated within the Pets at Home store and provides free parking for staff and clients. The team consists of 4 Veterinary Surgeons, 4 Nurses, 1 Veterinary Care Assistant, and 3 receptionists, all of whom share a variety of interests, including soft tissue surgery and internal medicine. The surgery is bright, spacious, air-conditioned, and equipped with state-of-the-art facilities such as a digital X-ray machine, ultrasound, multiparameter monitor, electrosurgical unit, and Idexx lab machines. Ruislip offers a blend of suburban charm and convenient access to central London, making it an ideal location for a balanced lifestyle.

Job Reference No: JN-072025-32714