Compass Associates
Veterinary Surgeon
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About the Role
Are you a Veterinary Surgeon who loves being a true GP vet, building long-term relationships with both clients and patients while enjoying clinical freedom without corporate pressures or targets?
An established and growing independent veterinary group with a focus on coastal veterinary care is seeking a passionate Veterinary Surgeon to join their practice. This role embodies their philosophy of continuity of care, prioritising patient welfare, and fostering a supportive, non-target-driven environment where you can thrive professionally and personally.
The Role
This position combines consultations and surgery within a busy, first-opinion environment, offering a rewarding, varied caseload for a proactive GP vet with a commitment to client relationships.
- Work location: One of the group’s boutique coastal practices
- Daily caseload:
- Primary focus on cats, dogs, and small furries
- 2-3 surgeries per day, with a mix of:
- Routine surgery (including dental)
- Non-routine procedures
- Diverse consultations—offices, diagnostics, and case follow-ups
- Core responsibilities:
- Provide high-quality first-opinion care with full clinical autonomy
- Manage client relationships and patient care from start to finish
- Implement supportive, continuity-focused practices with trusted veterinary teams
- Develop expertise in handling complex cases through continuous professional development
- Specialisation & Growth:
- Professional development fully supported, including certifications and advanced training
- Continuous learning opportunities to refine skills in surgery, diagnostics, and case management
The Practice
A multi-award-winning, independent veterinary group founded nearly 30 years ago, committed to sustainable growth while retaining core values of patience, trust, and patient-centred care. With modern facilities across three sites, they thrive on delivering personalised veterinary services through continuity of care and familiar relationships for both owners and pets.
Key Facilities & Offerings
- Diagnostics & Treatment:
- Digital and dental radiography
- Ultrasound equipment
- In-house laboratory (with advanced diagnostic systems)
- Multiparameter monitoring and dedicated surgical suites
- Dental Care:
- High-speed dental equipment and dedicated suite
- Patient Comfort:
- Height-adjustable tables
- Air-conditioned clinical areas
- Oxygen generators for emergency support
- Operational Culture:
- 100% in-house case management, backed by experienced teams
- Emphasis on long-term client-pet relationships over financial metrics
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The Team & Culture
A supportive, highly collaborative team defines the practice’s dynamic. Staff well-being and job satisfaction are prioritised, with retention reflecting long-term business stability—both clinics boast team members who’ve worked with the group for decades.
- Relationship-driven Environment:
- Small practice teams (primary site-based, cooperative, and trusting)
- Strong mentorship & support culture: peers and leadership actively foster teamwork
- Kind, welcoming workspace where proactive communication is encouraged
- Open & Peoples-First Leadership:
- Led by a long-standing owner-veterinarian focused on staff well-being
- Focused on work-life balance rather than KPIs or targets
Working Pattern
Flexible and foundation-focused: full-time or part-time roles welcome.
- General Working Hours:
- Primary shifts: Monday to Friday
- Scheduled coverage: 1 Saturday morning every 3 weeks (end: 12:30 PM)
- Exemptions:
- No Sundays reserved for personal/social time
- No bank holidays or on-call obligations required
- Compensation for Extra Hours:
- Paid overtime when needed
- Protected lunches encouraged and supported
- Unique Perks:
- Strong emphasise on life enrichment rather than overtime
- Working culture prioritises tranquility, adaptability, and personal time
The Individual
The ideal candidate is a compliant, autonomous veterinarian who:
- Qualifications & Experience:
- Registered MRCVS (Member of the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons)
- Minimum 2-3 years’ small animal practice experience
- Confident in routine surgery and dentistry, capable of handling varying case complexities
- Skilled in pain management, anesthesia, and post-operative care
- Key Strengths & Values:
- Passionate about first-opinion general practice and enjoying variety
- Empathetic communication with clients and technical expertise with nursing staff
- Enjoys maintaining long-term client and patient bonds
- Relishes continuity-focused workflows
- Team player and problem-solver, prioritising solutions over short-term goals
- Proactive professional approach, open to suggestions and collaboration
- Motivations:
- Dedicated to ongoing Career Development (e.g., certifications, industry credits)
- Interested in a long-term career within an independent practice
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Rewards & Benefits
This position offers uncapped work satisfaction along with:
- Financial Compensation:
- Base salary up to £68,000 DOE, based on experience and qualifications
- Overtime & performance bonuses available
- Training & Development:
- £2,000 annual CPD (Continuing Professional Development) allowance
- Full reimbursement for certificates, workshops, or courses
- Leave:
- Five weeks’ paid annual leave, including bank holidays
- Professional Support:
- Coverage for professional membership fees and subscription costs
- Contribution to pension plan
- Lifestyle Perks:
- Paid free parking onsite
- Staff discounts on veterinary care for personal pets
- -client-centred work environment: strong emphasis on practical work-life balance
- Environment & Autonomy:
- No on-call or out-of-hours requirements
- Meaningful clinical autonomy to shape patient care
- Trusted, non-managerial, independent practice model
Location
Situated along the East Sussex coast, the practice offers prime access to Brighton, Newhaven, Lewes, and surrounding towns. The blend of proximity to city amenities and scenic coastal/countryside proximity provides an idyllic quality of life, ideal for work-life balance with plenty of leisure activities including coastal walks and outdoor pursuits.
Next Steps
Interested applicants are invited to submit their CV for prompt review and consideration:
- Initial contact: Submitted CVs receive a feedback response within 5 working days, followed by an informal chat for discussions.
- Contact person: Carina Walker (direct phone number available for pre-screening inquiries) (Note: Full discussion of opportunities requires CV submission.)
Referral Vouchers Available: £500 compensation for sharing this opportunity with a successful applicant! Commissions paid and processed visibly by Compass Associates Ltd.
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