Veterinary Surgeon - Leighton Buzzard

Veterinary Surgeon – Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire

About the Role

An excellent opportunity is available for an enthusiastic Veterinary Surgeon to join an established small animal practice in Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire.

Salary: Up to £65,000 p/a FTE, depending on experience
Hours: Full-time or part-time considered
Consultations: 20-minute appointments
Weekend rota: 1 in 3, with time off during the week
Out-of-hours: None
Sole charge: Occasional

This is a varied first-opinion role covering cats, dogs, rabbits and guinea pigs, with opportunities to develop individual clinical interests and work towards Certificate-level qualifications.

The practice offers genuine clinical freedom alongside the support of an experienced team, making this an attractive opportunity for a Veterinary Surgeon seeking autonomy while still having a strong support network.

About the Practice

The practice is an RCVS Practice Standards Accredited small animal clinic offering a friendly, supportive working environment and a varied medical and surgical caseload.

The bright, spacious and air-conditioned practice is purpose-built to high clinical standards and benefits from modern equipment, including:

• Digital X-ray

• Ultrasound

• In-house laboratory facilities

• Modern consultation and clinical areas

• Facilities for small animal medical and surgical cases

The team has a broad range of clinical interests, including behaviour, wellness and small furry care, creating an environment where colleagues can share knowledge and develop their own interests.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality first-opinion veterinary care.

• Conduct 20-minute consultations.

• Manage a varied caseload involving cats, dogs, rabbits and guinea pigs.

• Diagnose and treat medical conditions.

• Perform routine surgical procedures appropriate to experience.

• Build strong and lasting relationships with clients and their pets.

• Work collaboratively with Veterinary Nurses and the wider practice team.

• Maintain excellent standards of patient welfare and clinical care.

• Develop individual areas of interest through CPD and further training.

• Participate in the weekend rota.

• Take occasional sole charge responsibility when required.

Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate will be a confident Veterinary Surgeon who is comfortable managing routine medical and surgical cases within a first-opinion setting.

They should enjoy building strong relationships with clients, patients and colleagues and have excellent communication skills.

The practice would suit a clinician who values clinical freedom, professional development and a supportive team environment.

An interest in pursuing further qualifications would be welcomed, with Certificate-level study supported where appropriate.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary up to £65,000 p/a FTE, depending on experience

• Full-time or part-time options

• 20-minute consultations

• 1 in 3 weekend rota, with time off during the week

• No OOH

• Occasional sole charge

• 28 days' annual leave including bank holidays, increasing to 33 days

• Generous CPD allowance

• Certificate-level study supported

• Paid RCVS, VDS and BVA memberships

• Contributory pension scheme

• 20% discount at Pets at Home, The Groom Room and the Vet Group

• Additional discounts on high street retailers and restaurants

• Modern, purpose-built practice

• Digital X-ray, ultrasound and in-house laboratory

• Varied caseload including small furries

Why Apply?

This is a strong opportunity for a Veterinary Surgeon looking for jobs in Leighton Buzzard who wants to combine clinical autonomy with a supportive working environment.

The role offers flexible full-time or part-time working, 20-minute consultations, no OOH, generous CPD and a broad caseload, alongside excellent modern facilities.

Leighton Buzzard is also well positioned for commuters, with easy access to the M1, A4146 and A5, while the practice benefits from plentiful free parking.

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