Veterinary Surgeon | Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire

An excellent opportunity for a Veterinary Surgeon to join a friendly, locally run small animal practice offering strong clinical support, modern facilities and a genuinely positive team culture.

Full or Part Time | Up to £65,000 DOE FTE | 1 in 3 Weekends | No OOH

Key Details:

• Role: Veterinary Surgeon

• Hours: Full time or part time considered

• Consult Length: 20-minute consults as standard

• Weekends: 1 in 3 with time off in lieu

• Salary: Up to £65,000 DOE (FTE)

• Contract: Permanent

• Sole Charge: Occasional

• OOH: None

The Area:

Leighton Buzzard is a well-connected market town offering excellent commuter links alongside a relaxed lifestyle. With easy access to the M1, A5 and A4146, as well as plentiful free parking, it's an ideal location for vets looking for convenience without city congestion.

The Role:

This is a varied small animal GP role within a locally run, RCVS-accredited practice that values clinical freedom, collaboration and professional development. You'll see a broad mix of medical and surgical cases across cats, dogs and small furries, supported by a close-knit and experienced team.

The practice operates with 20-minute consults, allowing time to build strong client relationships and work cases up to a high clinical standard. You'll be confident handling routine medical and surgical cases and enjoy working within a supportive, team-focused environment.

Both full-time and part-time applications are welcomed, with flexibility built into the rota. There is occasional sole charge responsibility, but no out-of-hours work.

Facilities & Practice Environment:

• Bright, spacious, purpose-built practice

• Air-conditioned throughout

• Digital X-ray and ultrasound

• In-house laboratory

• Modern equipment to support high clinical standards

What We're Looking For:

• RCVS registered Veterinary Surgeon

• Confident with routine small animal medicine and surgery

• Enjoys building strong client and team relationships

• Team-oriented with a positive, proactive approach

• Keen to develop clinically, with CPD and certificates supported

Benefits:

• Salary up to £65,000 DOE

• 28 days holiday including bank holidays, rising to 33 days with service

• Generous CPD allowance with certificate support

• Paid professional memberships

• Contributory pension scheme

• No OOH

• Exclusive retail and lifestyle discounts

Must Haves

• RCVS Registered (or soon to be)
• Possess the right to work in the United Kingdom
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

What Happens Next?

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