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Seeking a Enthusiastic Small Animal Vet to join a friendly team

  • Location

    Hemel Hempstead

  • Sector:

    Veterinary Surgeon

  • Job type:

    Permanent Full-Time

  • Start date:

    .

  • End date:

    .

  • Salary:

    Up to £60,000 p/a (DOE)

  • Contact:

    Holly Walsh

  • Contact email:

    info@recruit4vets.co.uk

  • Job ref:

    JN -042025-32946

  • Published:

    about 13 hours ago

  • Expiry date:

    2025-08-31

Job Title: Veterinary Surgeon

Location: Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire

Type: Permanent, Full-Time

The Role:

  • An exciting opportunity for a Veterinary Surgeon has arisen in a small animal practice located in the bustling Daventry Retail Park, Hemel Hempstead. The practice is seeking an enthusiastic individual to join their friendly and welcoming team.
  • The practice is situated within a larger store, providing a fantastic location to work. With all the usual equipment and ample onsite parking, the practice is ideally positioned just 24 miles north-west of London, offering excellent transport links.
  • As a Veterinary Surgeon, you will be joining an existing team of three vets, two nurses, two student nurses, one VCA, and two receptionists. The practice is a busy first opinion practice, providing an opportunity to see a diverse range of interesting cases.
  • The practice fosters a fast-paced environment with team support readily available. This opportunity is ideal for both an experienced vet seeking quality of life and an individual looking to broaden their knowledge with ample support.
  • Working hours are full-time (40 hours per week) with a flexible working pattern, including four-day weeks, a shared weekend rota of 1 in 4 Saturdays and Sundays, and three days off following any weekend rota shift. There is also one three-day weekend per shift rotation.

The Candidate:

  • The successful candidate will share the practice's passion and commitment to high standards.
  • A confident and capable approach is essential.
  • The team is eager to welcome someone who can bring new ideas and ambition, as they continually seek ways to improve and grow.
  • The practice prides itself on being inclusive, fostering a supportive and non-judgmental environment.
  • Apply now to join a practice that values quality of life, professional development, and team support. This role is available to start as soon as possible.

Benefits include:

- Competitive salary of up to £60,000 p/a, depending on experience

- Experienced vets readily available to help, teach, and support

- No OOH or overnight inpatient checks

- No on-call duty

- Emphasis on quality of life

- Generous CPD

- Contributory pension schemes

- Paid memberships (RCVS, BVNA, VDS)

- Exclusive company and high street discounts and rewards

Ref: JN -042025-32946