Veterinary Surgeon - Norfolk

Veterinary Surgeon – Norfolk

Independent Small Animal Practice | Up to £70,000 DOE | Visa Sponsorship Available | 4-Day Week

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Veterinary Surgeon to join a thriving, proudly independent veterinary practice in Norfolk. This modern, purpose-built small animal clinic is seeking a passionate, team-focused Veterinary Surgeon who is looking to take the next exciting step in their career within a genuinely supportive and progressive environment.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-equipped, growing practice with exciting future plans, including expansion towards hospital status and the introduction of a CT scanner, creating exceptional opportunities for clinical development and career progression.

The Opportunity

The successful Veterinary Surgeon will join a highly experienced and collaborative clinical team in a modern, purpose-built practice designed to deliver outstanding patient care while maintaining an excellent work-life balance.

The role offers flexibility, professional development, and the chance to work in an independent environment free from corporate pressures. The practice is committed to remaining independent, with a clause in place preventing future corporate sale, offering long-term stability and a strong team-first culture.

This is a full-time Veterinary Surgeon position, offering a 4-day working week with only 1 in 4

Saturdays (8

30am–4:00pm) and no excessive out-of-hours expectations.

Salary & Benefits

• Salary up to £70,000 DOE
• Higher salary consideration available for Certificate Holders and Specialists
• 4-day working week for excellent work-life balance
• Only 1 in 4 Saturdays
• 7 weeks annual leave, including bank holidays and birthday leave
• RCVS and VDS fees paid
• Flexible and fully supported CPD allowance
• Certificate support and funding available
• Visa sponsorship considered
• Company pension
• Bereavement leave
• Sick pay
• Flexitime opportunities
• Free flu jabs
• Employee discount
• Discounted or free food
• Free on-site parking
• Coffee shop facilities on-site
• Supportive, family-oriented team culture

State-of-the-Art Facilities & Equipment

This purpose-built veterinary practice is exceptionally well equipped and continues to invest in advanced veterinary technology, including:

• Full orthopaedic surgery kit
• Digital radiography
• Dental radiography
• Ultrasound
• Multiparameter monitoring equipment
• Planned CT scanner
• Dedicated space to support future hospital expansion

Clinical Services Offered

The practice provides a wide range of first-opinion and advanced services, including

• General surgery
• Orthopaedic surgery
• Soft tissue surgery
• Dentistry
• Cardiology
• Internal medicine
• Physiotherapy
• Behavioural medicine
• Diagnostic imaging

The Team

The successful candidate will become part of a highly experienced and welcoming veterinary team consisting of

• 3 Veterinary Surgeons, including certificate holders in Internal Medicine, Cardiology and Orthopaedics
• 2 regular locum Veterinary Surgeons
• 8 Registered Veterinary Nurses (RVNs)
• 1 Student Veterinary Nurse (SVN)
• 1 Patient Care Assistant (PCA)
• 3 Receptionists
• Access to in-house expertise including a medical certificate holder, behaviourist and physiotherapist

The practice prides itself on its collaborative, respectful, and family-feel culture where every team member is valued and supported.

Candidate Requirements

The ideal candidate will be an experienced Veterinary Surgeon (MRCVS) who enjoys working as part of a close-knit team and is passionate about delivering exceptional patient care.

The practice is looking for someone who is

• Friendly, compassionate and team-oriented
• Respectful and collaborative
• Passionate about maintaining high clinical standards
• Keen to continue learning and developing professionally
• Interested in pursuing a certificate or specialism (desirable, not essential)
• Comfortable working in a progressive, modern veterinary environment

An interest in cardiac surgery would be advantageous, although this is not essential.

Why Join This Practice?

This is a rare opportunity to join a genuinely independent veterinary practice in Norfolk that prioritises clinical excellence, team wellbeing, and long-term growth. With exciting expansion plans, advanced facilities, certificate support, and a warm, supportive culture, this role offers both professional fulfilment and an exceptional quality of life.

Veterinary Surgeons seeking a rewarding opportunity within an independent, forward-thinking practice are encouraged to apply.

Salary

Up to £70,000 per year DOE with higher salary consideration available for Certificate Holders and Specialists

Job Type

Full-time

Schedule

4-day week + 1 in 4

Saturdays (8

30am–4:00pm)

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.

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JOB-58344