Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon

Location Guildford
Discipline: Small Animal Vet, Veterinary Surgeons
Job type: Permanent
Salary: $40-£65k+ DOE
Contact name: Sophie Gould

Contact email: sophie-paige@lloydandcowan.com
Job ref: 4605
Published: about 4 hours ago

Veterinary Surgeon – Small Animal, Surgical Bias
Location: Surrey
Employment: Permanent, four days per week

An independent small animal practice in Surrey is expanding its team and now seeks an experienced Veterinary Surgeon with a strong surgical interest. This opportunity is ideal for someone who values genuine clinical freedom, a supportive working environment, and protected time for work-life balance.

The role

  • Four days per week with a balance of consults and surgery

  • One in three Saturday mornings only

  • No out of hours

  • Structured diary with breaks for admin and lunch

  • Occasional sole charge within a supportive rota

The practice
A well-equipped, independent setting with a collaborative culture that promotes ideas, case continuity and progression. Peripatetic surgeons visit regularly, offering orthopaedics, soft tissue, dentistry and cardiology in-house. The team currently comprises around 2.5 FTE vets, with plans to expand further.

What’s on offer

  • Salary from £40,000 to £65,000+ DOE

  • Golden handshake

  • Relocation support available

  • Generous CPD budget, with support to advance surgical skills and interests

  • Pension, staff discount and a flexible benefits package tailored to the successful applicant

About you

  • Confident with routine surgeries and dentals

  • Keen to develop surgical skills with in-house support and mentorship

  • A collaborative communicator who enjoys a busy, community-focused practice

  • Looking to contribute to a growing, progressive team

If you’re considering your next step and would like to learn more about this independent practice, get in touch for a confidential chat by sending your CV to Sophie Gould via APPLY.