Job Description

Medivet 24-hour Sutton are seeking a Veterinary Surgeon to join the team on a fixed term contract working 7 nights on 14 nights (shifts 7pm to 9am). Due to the nature of night work there is a level of autonomy that comes with the role so the ideal candidate will be trusted to work independently but must also be a team player with excellent client & customer care skills and a commitment to a high standard of in-patient care.


Our reception and consultation rooms have been newly refurbished, and we're fully equipped to deliver exceptional care with ultrasound, endoscope, laparoscopic equipment, digital and dental X-rays, a comprehensive in-house lab, and equipment for orthopaedic procedures.


The region boasts a dedicated network of skilled vets and nurses who collaborate closely to solve cases, provide outstanding patient care, and support one another's professional growth.


Situated in a charming location, the practice is just a 10 minute stroll from Sutton station, providing convenient direct rail links to London Victoria.


This is the perfect opportunity to take the next step in your career by joining the growing Medivet community. We want to be the best place for vets and nurses to work and we're taking the right steps in achieving this. For more information contact Nicola.fowler@medivet.co.uk

Key Benefits:

Private Medical Insurance from day one. Health cash plan from day one (covering dental, physio and optical services) with 24/7 Private GP Service. Life Assurance 3 x salary. Access to 24-hour counselling by phone or in person should you feel you need support. An additional 'Day for You', a paid day's leave for you to use as you wish. Clinical CPD: 1,500 per year plus 3 days' paid leave Internal CPD and access to Clinical Communities Funded certificate opportunities. VDS, RCVS and BVA fees paid. Sabbatical based on length of service. Interest free Season Ticket Loan. Cycle to Work scheme. Discounts on Medivet products and services. Support for Certificates of Sponsorship for a Tier 2 (General) Visa and relocation support.

Role Accountabilities:

Exceptional care is at the heart of everything we do at Medivet. That's the care for our patients, our clients and for each other - we really want to make a positive difference through every interaction we have.In this role you will:

Deliver exceptional clinical care to your patients during consultations and procedures. Provide exceptional care to your clients, giving clear updates on patients. Deliver professional excellence, observing the highest standards of regulatory, practice and operational compliance. Prepare tailored, accurate treatment and care plans for each patient with clear cost estimates. Engage, mentor and develop your team, enhancing their skills and utilising these in the most effective way. Pro-actively support and share clinical best practice within and across practices and the wider Medivet community.

Your Skills and Experience:

RCVS registered Veterinary Surgeon. Experienced in delivering exceptional care to both patients and clients. Experienced in working effectively as part of a team. Able to demonstrate clinical leadership skills. Experience of implementing a progressive clinical culture. Experience of supporting nurse consults and schedule 3 procedures, with an understanding of how this contributes to clinic performance and efficiency. Experienced in using coaching and influencing skills to get the best out of every colleague.

About Us:

Medivet is a leading veterinary care provider, with practices across the UK including a number of 24-hour veterinary centres and referral centres. We also have a growing presence overseas with practices in France, Germany and Spain.


We're proud to support a large, connected and growing community of colleagues who provide exceptional care that's always there. That's more than a strapline for us, we truly believe every interaction we have matters and that we can make a real difference. This is as true for our colleagues as it is for our patients and clients. Being part of Medivet means being part of a forward-thinking and caring environment with the very best equipment and treatment options available, and the very best treatment for you as a valued member of the team.


This is the home of talented people like you who want to stand out in their field and whose compassion for animals goes way beyond their job. Join us and be part of our exciting plans for the future.