Veterinary Surgeon

Medivet Whittlesey is recruiting for an all rounder Veterinary Surgeon to join our multi-vet practice. Nestled in beautiful surroundings this spacious clinic has recently been refurbed and has a marvellous team that you will be supported by including our Lead Vet who holds a certification in Medicine Head Nurse and Practice Manager.

Our light and airy practice offers plenty of natural light into our large premises with on-site parking to go with it a spacious reception staff room area and a lovely garden to sit and enjoy the sunshine in.

The position is a full time with 1 in 4 Saturdays (8:30-2pm) at Medivet Peterborough Bretton. There are no out of hours no on-call and no bank holidays and we can be flexible where required. We are also open to part time applications too.

If you would like further information about the role or would prefer an informal chat before applying please contact Serena on

Key Benefits

• Private Medical Insurance from day one.
• Health cash plan from day one (covering dental physio and optical services) with 24/7 Private GP Service.
• Life Assurance 3 x salary.
• Access to 24-hour counselling by phone or in person should you feel you need support.
• 5 weeks annual leave plus Bank Holidays rising to 6 weeks with length of service.
• An additional Day for You a paid days leave for you to use as you wish.
• Clinical CPD: 1500 per year plus 3 days paid leave
• Internal CPD and access to Clinical Communities
• Funded certificate opportunities.
• VDS RCVS and BVA fees paid.
• Sabbatical based on length of service.
• Interest free Season Ticket Loan.
• Cycle to Work scheme.
• Discounts on Medivet products and services.
• Support for Certificates of Sponsorship for a Tier 2 (General) Visa and relocation support.

Role Accountabilities

• Provide first class clinical care through consultations procedures and monitoring
• Complete clinical handover and arrange transfer of any patient needing out of hours or enhanced care
• Provide exceptional client care giving clear updates on patients resolving issues as they arise
• Observe the highest standards of regulatory practice and operational compliance
• Prepare accurate estimates for clients ensuring payment and minimising debt
• Maximise capacity through the most effective utilisation of clinical skills
• Hold engaging clinical meetings with veterinary and nursing teams
• Support and carry out colleague clinical mentoring / development
• Pro-actively support and share clinical best practice within and across clinics and the wider Medivet community
• Support with the growth of our new 24-hour practice

Your Skills and Experience

• RCVS registered Veterinary Surgeon or with the eligibility to be registered
• Confident working sole charge
• A client-oriented approach with excellent communication skills
• Experience of working to the highest medical and surgical standards
• Experience of working with a team to develop a practice
• Competent in clinical examination and surgery
• Experience of building trusting relationships with colleagues and working effectively as part of a team
• A great communicator you will be an outstanding and positive example to others.

About Us

Medivet is a leading veterinary care provider with practices across the UK including a number of 24-hour veterinary centres and referral centres. We also have a growing presence overseas with practices in France Germany and Spain.

Were proud to support a large connected and growing community of colleagues who provide exceptional care thats always there. Thats more than a strapline for us we truly believe every interaction we have matters and that we can make a real difference. This is as true for our colleagues as it is for our patients and clients. Being part of Medivet means being part of a forward-thinking and caring environment with the very best equipment and treatment options available and the very best treatment for you as a valued member of the team.

This is the home of talented people like you who want to stand out in their field and whose compassion for animals goes way beyond their job. Join us and be part of our exciting plans for the future.