Job ID: 15206
Job Title: Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon – Independent Practice | Stamford | Up to £70,000 DOE
Region: East Midlands
County: Lincolnshire
Profession: Veterinary Surgeon
Category: Small Animal
Position: Permanent
Start Date: ASAP
End Date: Ongoing
Accommodation: No
Job Description: Are you a passionate and dedicated small animal vet looking to join a friendly, forward-thinking, and proudly independent practice? Nestled in the heart of Stamford, on the border of Lincolnshire, Cambridgeshire, Rutland, and Northamptonshire, this long-standing, community-focused practice offers a rare opportunity to enjoy clinical freedom, an exceptional work environment, and a collaborative, supportive team.
If you value gold-standard care, client relationships, and work-life balance, we’d love to hear from you!
💰 Salary up to £70,000 per annum, depending on experience
🩺 The Opportunity
We’re currently recruiting on behalf of a well-established, two-site, RCVS-accredited and ISFM-registered small animal practice. The role is ideally suited to a Veterinary Surgeon with a minimum 2–3+ years of post-qualification experience, but full support is provided.
You’ll be confident in routine consults and surgery for your experience level. Longer consults are allocated for complex cases and end-of-life discussions, and 15-minute appointments are standard, allowing for proper treatment planning and communication.
🕒 Working Hours & Rota
Full-time preferred, but hours are negotiable
Standard hours: 8:15am–6:00pm
1-hour protected lunch break (no interruptions!)
Time during the day allocated for case development, admin, and client communication
Weekends:
1 in 4 rota:
Saturday: Consults 8:15am–11:00am & 2:30pm–4:00pm
Sunday: Inpatient checks only (if needed – nurse support on site)
Tuesday off in lieu following a weekend worked – guaranteed
Out-of-Hours:
OOH covered by VetsNow
1 in 4 weeknight cover for inpatients only, primarily phone support for the nurse staying overnight
🏥 About the Practice
This independent practice has been caring for animals in the Stamford and Market Deeping area since 1851. Their motto, “Treating your pets as if they were our own,” is at the heart of everything they do.
They’re proud to offer modern facilities and a commitment to continuous improvement while retaining the personal touch that comes with being independently owned.
⚙️ Facilities & Equipment
You’ll have access to a wide range of tools and toys, including:
IDEXX in-house analysers (Procyte, Catalyst One, Sedivue, UA, COAG, SNAPs)
NEW Zoetis Imagyst for in-house cytology
Separate prep area and fully equipped operating theatre
Dedicated dental suite with ergonomic design and tub table
Sevoflurane anaesthesia & Cardell multi-parameter monitoring
Class 4 K-Laser, Active patient warmer
Digital X-ray, Ultrasound, Endoscope, Operating microscope
Access to Zoetis Dx
Well-stocked pharmacy
…and much more!
🎁 Benefits & Perks
Salary up to £70,000 DOE
Company pension scheme
Generous CPD allowance – including support for certificates and further qualifications
Excellent staff discounts for personal pets
Strong support team with reception cover for clinical staff
Regular case discussions with experienced colleagues and visiting specialists
Onsite parking
Located within walking distance of Stamford’s beautiful market town
Wellbeing support and a healthy work-life balance
✨ Interested?
If you're looking to join a practice that truly values its team, its independence, and its community, then we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today and come and be part of something special.