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Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal
Heathside Vets - Southampton
Salary up to £70,000 DOE, up to £5,000 welcome bonus and relocation allowance up to £5,000
At inspiring vet care, our people are at the heart of everything we do. As the UK’s number one vet care provider, we're trusted with the care of over 2 million animals, delivering our purpose of healthier animals and happier owners.
Heathside Vets, part of ivc, is looking for an enthusiastic Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon to join our friendly, progressive and supportive team. With a long-established client base and a stable team who know and trust each other, this is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a practice where you can build lasting relationships with both clients and colleagues.
More Than First Opinion
- You’ll enjoy a varied mix of consultations and surgery, with plenty of opportunity to work cases up thoroughly and develop the areas of clinical work that interest you most.
- Alongside the usual first-opinion caseload, you’ll have the chance to get involved with orthopaedics, laparoscopy, BOAS surgery, cardiology and a wide range of medical investigations.
- We’d be particularly interested to hear from Vets with an interest in ophthalmology, although this certainly isn’t essential.
- And if you’re thinking about pursuing a certificate, we’ll support you in developing your skills and taking the next step in your career.
The Tools to Do Great Work
- Our converted-house practice, with several extensions, is a welcoming and well-equipped space, giving you access to a great range of facilities and equipment.
- This includes ultrasound and cardiac ultrasound, digital and dental X-ray, endoscopy, bronchoscopy, rhinoscopy and surgical laser, as well as orthopaedic equipment including MMP and SOP kits.
- Having so much capability in-house means we can investigate and treat many cases within the practice that might traditionally have required referral, giving you the opportunity to build your clinical skills while providing continuity of care for your patients.
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A Team That Has Your Back
- You’ll be joining a friendly and experienced team of four other Veterinary Surgeons, eight Veterinary Nurses and a dedicated support team.
- There’s a great breadth of experience within the team, including a Cardiology and Medicine certificate holder and Vets with extensive experience in laparoscopic surgery. Our nursing team brings plenty of expertise too, having been training student nurses for more than 26 years.
- We’re also proud to be a Silver ISFM practice, reflecting our commitment to providing excellent feline-friendly care.
A Working Pattern That Gives You Balance
- This is a full-time position working 42 hours across four or five days.
- You’ll join a 1:5 weekend rota, covering sole-charge Saturday 8:30am–4pm and Sunday 9:30am–1pm, followed by a four-day break after each worked weekend.
- Temporary accommodation is also available if required.
A Great Place to Live and Work
- Located on the beautiful Hampshire coastline, Heathside offers the best of both worlds, charming small-town living with easy access to Southampton and Portsmouth.
- It’s a fantastic area for those looking for a great quality of life outside work, with the coast and countryside right on your doorstep.
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How We’ll Support You
- Clear career pathways with progression opportunities across primary care, referral, leadership, and specialist roles
- Funded learning and development including CPD allowance and access to IVC academy training centres & role-relevant courses
- £1,250 annual Care Fund for every vet
- Access to mentors, regional clinical coaches, and peer networks
- Support to develop clinical interests and expand your capabilities
- A collaborative, values-led culture focused on care, community, and continuous improvement
What We Offer Our Team
- 6.6 weeks’ holiday including bank holidays
- Private medical insurance
- Enhanced family leave and pay across maternity, paternity, adoption and surrogacy
- BVA membership, VDS cover & RCVS fees
- Cycle to Work and Green Car schemes (eligibility applies)
- Retail discounts and cashback offers
- Reduced-cost veterinary care for your own pets
We’re committed to supporting our people through career development opportunities, wellbeing initiatives and access to world-class learning resources. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to take the next step in your career, inspiring vet care offers the support, opportunity and community to help you grow.
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