Veterinary Surgeon

Veterinary Surgeon - Uxbridge Up to £60,000 DOE | Full-Time | No OOH Are you an experienced Veterinary Surgeon looking for an exciting new challenge? Would you like the chance to help shape the future of a brand-new, purpose-built practice from the ground up? If so, we’d love to welcome you to join us at Uxbridge Vets for Pets. About us We are looking for a dedicated and motivated Veterinary Surgeon to become an integral part of our growing team. This is a full-time role (around 40 hours per week) typically working Monday - Friday 9am to 7pm with Saturdays on a fair 1 in 2 rota working 9am to 5pm. Our brand-new practice is due to open in March 2026 and has been designed with both clinical excellence and colleague wellbeing in mind. You’ll be working in a light, spacious and air-conditioned environment with access to state-of-the‑art equipment you’d expect from a modern, high-standard first‑opinion Vets for Pets clinic. We have digital X‑ray, dental X‑ray, ultrasound, multi‑parameter monitoring, in‑house laboratory (including haematology, biochemistry, and urinalysis), microscope, and separate cat and dog wards. We also have a dedicated theatre, prep area, isolation room, and modern consult rooms designed for comfort and efficiency. Our equipment and layout have been carefully chosen to support excellent clinical care, smooth workflow, and a comfortable experience for both clients and their pets. We’re located on Cowley Retail Park in Uxbridge. There are several popular shops nearby, including Pets at Home, Halfords, and Currys. You’ll also find a Tesco Superstore close by for convenient shopping, and places to eat such as McDonald’s and Costa Coffee. PureGym is just a 7‑minute walk away if you fancy a quick workout, and West Drayton train station is around a 15‑minute walk from the clinic. Why Uxbridge? The surrounding area is lively and well‑connected and we’re only a short distance from Uxbridge town centre, where you’ll find The Pavilions and Intu shopping centres, cafés, and restaurants. The area has a friendly community feel with good transport links - West Drayton and Uxbridge stations are nearby, making it easy to reach central London or other parts of West London. There are also plenty of green spaces around, including Cowley Recreation Ground and Colne Valley Regional Park, perfect for a relaxing walk with your pets. Uxbridge has a rich local history and several nearby attractions. It’s known for its historic town centre and proximity to beautiful green spaces like Colne Valley Regional Park, which offers scenic walking and cycling routes along canals and lakes. About You We’re looking for an enthusiastic and compassionate Veterinary Surgeon who is ready to make their mark in a new practice. Ideally, you will: Be RCVS‑registered with at least 2+ years’ experience in a small animal practice Be confident with routine procedures, both surgical and medical Bring excellent communication skills with clients and colleagues alike Enjoy working as part of a team while being comfortable with sole charge when required Have (or be keen to develop) a specific area of interest - we’re happy to support certificates and further study What We Offer We believe in looking after our colleagues just as well as we do our patients. Here’s what you can expect: Competitive salary of up to £60,000 (dependent on experience) Generous CPD allowance with support for certificate study 5.6 weeks’ annual leave (increasing with service) Contributory pension scheme Paid memberships (RCVS BVA, VDS) Career development opportunities within a supportive network Access to colleague wellbeing programmes and pastoral care Cycle to work scheme 20% discount at Vets for Pets, Pets at Home and The Groom Room Exclusive colleague rewards and discounts across the wider Pets at Home Group Why Join Us? This is a rare opportunity to be part of a practice at the very beginning of its journey, giving you the freedom to influence its future direction and make a genuine impact in the local community. Our new Practice Owner, Oscar had the following to say: “It will be a wonderful place to work, firstly because it’s a brand-new practice - new beginnings, new people, and exciting times ahead as we get to know each other. My goal is to create a workplace focused on professional growth, diversity, and teamwork, while keeping it as fun and relaxed as a veterinary practice can be. I’ll always do my best to listen to everyone and support you in any way I can.” If you'd like any further information about this vacancy, the practice or our company please contact Jack from our Talent Acquisition team via email; COVet@vets4pets.com for an informal and confidential conversation. Location: UB8 2TE Pets just see people. They aren’t biased and they don’t discriminate. We take our inspiration from pets, and we value and respect difference in all its forms. Our aim is to reflect the diversity of the communities we operate in, and every colleague can help us achieve this. We encourage our people to be themselves so even if your skills and experience don’t perfectly align, if you think you can make a unique contribution through your values and behaviours, we want to hear from you #J-18808-Ljbffr