Veterinary Surgeon | Colchester, Essex

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Veterinary Surgeon to join a friendly and well-established small animal practice in the Colchester area of Essex. Offering a full-time equivalent salary of up to £60,000 DOE, this part-time role provides an excellent balance of clinical freedom, supportive mentorship and genuine opportunities for professional development. Working alongside an experienced Lead Veterinary Surgeon with advanced qualifications, you'll enjoy managing your own varied caseload within a modern, well-equipped practice while benefiting from the support of a wider veterinary network.

Key Highlights

• Full-time equivalent salary up to £60,000 DOE.
• Permanent part-time Veterinary Surgeon position.
• Ideally 3 days per week, with flexibility for the right candidate.
• 1 in 4 Saturday rota.
• Some sole charge responsibility.
• High level of clinical freedom.
• Modern first opinion practice.
• Well-equipped with advanced diagnostic equipment.
• £1,500 CPD allowance plus 3 paid CPD days.
• Funded certificate opportunities.

The Practice

This established small animal practice has built a loyal client base and enjoys an excellent reputation for delivering high-quality first opinion veterinary care within a welcoming and supportive environment. The practice offers a varied caseload, allowing Veterinary Surgeons to work cases through while building long-term relationships with clients and their pets.

You'll work alongside an experienced Lead Veterinary Surgeon who holds a postgraduate certificate in advanced practice, providing excellent opportunities for clinical collaboration, mentorship and case discussion. The team actively encourages professional development and supports individual clinical interests, creating an environment where Veterinary Surgeons are empowered to develop their skills while maintaining a high degree of clinical autonomy.

As part of a wider veterinary network, you'll also benefit from access to experienced colleagues, clinical communities, internal CPD and referral support whenever required.

Facilities & Equipment

• Digital radiography.
• Diagnostic ultrasound.
• Endoscopy facilities.
• Modern consultation rooms.
• Fully equipped operating theatre.
• Dedicated preparation and treatment areas.
• In-house laboratory facilities.
• Modern anaesthetic and patient monitoring equipment.
• Access to wider referral and specialist support through the Medivet network.

The Location

Located in the historic city of Colchester, Essex, the practice offers an excellent lifestyle combining city amenities with easy access to beautiful countryside and the nearby Essex coastline. As Britain's oldest recorded town, Colchester offers excellent shopping, restaurants, cafés and cultural attractions, together with outstanding transport links into London and across the South East, making it an attractive location for both work and leisure.

The Role

This is a permanent part-time position, ideally working three days per week, although flexibility is available for the right candidate.

The role includes 1 in 4 Saturdays at a nearby practice within the local network and offers the opportunity to manage your own caseload with an appropriate level of sole charge responsibility.

You'll provide a mixture of consultations, routine surgery and medical case management while enjoying the opportunity to work cases through to completion wherever possible. The varied caseload and supportive clinical environment make this an excellent opportunity for a Veterinary Surgeon looking to continue developing their clinical skills while enjoying genuine autonomy and continuity of care.

Working closely with experienced colleagues across the wider Medivet community, you'll have access to additional support, mentorship and specialist expertise whenever required.

The Candidate

You will be an RCVS-registered Veterinary Surgeon with at least one year's experience in small animal practice.

You'll be confident with first opinion consultations and routine surgical procedures, comfortable undertaking some sole charge responsibilities and passionate about delivering exceptional patient and client care. This role would suit a Veterinary Surgeon looking for greater clinical freedom while continuing to develop within a collaborative and supportive practice environment.

Salary & Benefits

• Full-time equivalent salary up to £60,000 DOE.
• Permanent part-time position.
• Ideally 3-day working week with flexibility available.
• 1 in 4 Saturday rota.
• £1,500 CPD allowance plus 3 paid CPD days annually.
• Funded certificate opportunities.
• Access to Clinical Communities and nearby 24-hour hospitals.
• Private Medical Insurance from day one.
• Health Cash Plan from day one.
• RCVS, VDS and BVA membership fees paid.
• Relocation support and visa sponsorship available where applicable.
• 5 weeks' annual leave plus Bank Holidays, increasing with length of service.
• Additional paid 'Day for You' leave.
• Life Assurance (3x salary).
• Sabbatical opportunities based on length of service.
• Cycle to Work scheme.
• Interest-free Season Ticket Loan.
• Employee discounts on veterinary products and services.

If you would like further information about this Veterinary Surgeon role in the Colchester area, or would like to arrange a confidential and informal discussion, please get in touch with the Vet Seekers team today.

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