Job Description

Veterinary Surgeon – Clinical Autonomy & Practice Development Opportunity

Location: St Albans
Salary: Up to £70,000 per year
Job Type: 6-Month Fixed-Term Contract, Full-time (Part-time considered)

Veterinary Surgeon Job in St Albans

An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced Veterinary Surgeon to join a RCVS-accredited small animal practice in St Albans for a six-month fixed-term contract. Situated on a busy high street with excellent local amenities, this well-established practice benefits from a loyal and growing client base and a strong community feel.

This Veterinary Surgeon role is ideal for a confident clinician seeking clinical autonomy, sole charge responsibility, and the opportunity to shape the future direction of a thriving practice. Supported by a wider veterinary network and experienced colleagues, the successful candidate will play a key role in developing services, building caseload, and delivering exceptional patient care.

The Opportunity

The practice welcomes both medical and surgical interests, offering the successful Veterinary Surgeon the freedom to develop their clinical focus and grow within a supportive environment. This is an excellent opportunity for a vet looking to take ownership of a practice while maintaining strong support and career progression opportunities.

Key responsibilities include:

• Delivering high-quality clinical care through consultations and surgical procedures
• Developing tailored treatment plans and building strong client relationships
• Working collaboratively with the wider veterinary team
• Supporting clinical standards and regulatory compliance
• Sharing knowledge and contributing to team development

About the Practice

Located in the historic city of St Albans, close to the renowned St Albans Cathedral, the practice combines community charm with excellent transport links and city convenience. The area offers a vibrant mix of independent shops, cafés, green spaces, and excellent commuter access.

Working Hours

• Full-time position – 40 hours per week
• 1 in 6 weekend rota at a sister 24-hour hospital
  or
• 1 in 3 Saturdays shared across four clinics
• Part-time applications are welcome

Salary & Benefits

The successful Veterinary Surgeon will receive a comprehensive benefits package, including:

Health & Wellbeing

• Private Medical Insurance
• Health Cash Plan
• 24/7 counselling and wellbeing support
• Life Assurance (3x salary)

Annual Leave

• 5 weeks’ annual leave plus Bank Holidays
• Additional paid “Day for You” leave
• Increased holiday entitlement with length of service

Learning & Development

• £1,500 CPD allowance plus 3 days’ paid CPD leave
• Access to Clinical Communities and internal CPD
• Funded certificates available
• Clear internal career progression pathways

Additional Support

• RCVS, VDS and BVA fees paid
• Relocation support available
• Visa sponsorship available
• Sabbatical opportunities based on length of service

Lifestyle Benefits

• Cycle to Work scheme
• Season Ticket Loan
• Staff discount scheme

About the Candidate

The ideal candidate will:

• Be a qualified MRCVS Veterinary Surgeon
• Have experience working confidently in a small animal practice
• Demonstrate excellent communication and client care skills
• Enjoy building lasting client relationships
• Be passionate about clinical excellence and teamwork

This is an excellent opportunity for a Veterinary Surgeon seeking a rewarding role with genuine autonomy, career progression, and the chance to make a real impact within a growing practice in St Albans.

For more information or for a confidential chat, please contact Will on 01904 570056 or email to w.kovach-ward@purovets.com  

You can also WhatsApp us at WhatsApp - Purovets and we are always happy to answer any questions you may have about our great opportunities.  

To view all our vacancies, please visit https://purovets.com/veterinary-jobs/ 

And don't forget, if this position is of no interest to you but you know someone who may be interested, please pass on our details. We offer £250* for every successful candidate referral. *Terms and conditions apply.

Ref no: JOB-58211