Job Description

Veterinary Surgeon - Watford
Small Animal Practice | No OOH | Excellent Facilities

We are looking for a Veterinary Surgeon with 2–3+ years’ experience to join our friendly and supportive team in a well-equipped, independent small animal practice.

About the Role

• Small animal only, with some small furries work
• 40-hour week
• 1 in 3 Saturdays (mornings only)
• No out-of-hours shifts
• Closed on Sundays
• One weekday off each week (currently Thursdays)
• A good mix of surgical and medical cases
• Over 80% insured clients, allowing thorough work-ups and high clinical standards

Our Team

You will be joining a supportive and experienced team consisting of:

• 1 Veterinary Surgeons
• 3 Registered Veterinary Nurses (RVNs)
• 1 Veterinary Care Assistant (VCA)
• 1 Full-time Receptionist

We pride ourselves on a collaborative and friendly working environment where high standards of patient care and professional development are encouraged.

Our Facilities

Our premises were purpose-built as a veterinary clinic, designed to support efficient workflows and high standards of patient care rather than being converted from a commercial property.

Facilities include:

• Separate dog and cat waiting areas
• Separate dog and cat hospital wards
• Sterile and non-sterile theatres
• Bespoke dental suite
• Digital full-body X-ray
• Digital dental X-ray
• Doppler flow ultrasound
• Class IV therapeutic laser
• Full in-house laboratory (biochemistry, haematology and urinalysis)

To support patient comfort and safety, our theatre tables are heated, helping to prevent heat loss during anaesthesia and ensuring smoother recoveries for surgical patients.

Accreditation

• RCVS Practice Standards Scheme (PSS) Accredited
• iCatCare Cat Friendly Clinic – Silver Award

Location

Our practice is situated within a shopping village close to Watford, offering a pleasant working environment with amenities close by and excellent access to the M25.

Who We’re Looking For

We are seeking a motivated and personable veterinary surgeon who:

• Has 2–3+ years’ experience in small animal practice
• Enjoys both medicine and surgery
• Values teamwork and high standards of patient care
• Is keen to contribute to a positive and supportive practice culture

If you are looking for a role where you can develop clinically, enjoy a varied caseload, and work with a welcoming team in a well-equipped practice, we would love to hear from you.

Please contact Jordan at j.corrigan@purovets.com to request some additional details.