Part time | Senior Vet Surgeon | SW London

<p>A well-established first opinion small animal practice in a sought-after South West London riverside location is seeking a <strong>part-time Senior Veterinary Surgeon</strong> to support the continued growth and development of the clinic.</p> <h3>The Practice</h3> <ul> <li> <p>A loyal and largely insured client base</p> </li> <li> <p>A supportive clinical support team</p> </li> <li> <p>Recently introduced ultrasound facilities</p> </li> <li> <p>Backing from a nearby 24-hour hospital for complex case referrals and out-of-hours provision</p> </li> </ul> <p>The practice is entering a new phase of development, with recruitment underway for a senior Registered Veterinary Nurse, creating a genuine opportunity to help shape the future direction and culture of the team.</p> <h2>The Role</h2> <p><strong>Working Pattern</strong></p> <ul> <li> <p>Monday, Thursday and Friday</p> </li> <li> <p>Shared Monday crossover with the associate vet</p> </li> <li> <p>1:3 branch Saturdays</p> </li> <li> <p>1:10 hospital Sundays</p> </li> <li> <p>1 bank holiday per year</p> </li> <li> <p>No on-call requirements</p> </li> </ul> <h2>Key Responsibilities</h2> <p>As Senior Vet (working collaboratively with the Senior RVN), responsibilities include:</p> <ul> <li> <p>Delivering high-quality consultations and evidence-based treatment plans</p> </li> <li> <p>Performing routine surgical procedures within personal competence and in line with practice capabilities</p> </li> <li> <p>Referring complex cases appropriately to the supporting hospital</p> </li> <li> <p>Overseeing the consulting and surgical diary</p> </li> <li> <p>Supervising prescription management processes in accordance with company policy</p> </li> <li> <p>Supporting site-level inductions for new colleagues and locums</p> </li> <li> <p>Leading branch meetings and ensuring follow-through on actions</p> </li> <li> <p>Maintaining accurate and comprehensive clinical records</p> </li> <li> <p>Fostering a collaborative, respectful team culture</p> </li> </ul> <h2>Support &amp; Development</h2> <p>You will receive:</p> <ul> <li> <p>Ongoing clinical support from senior regional leadership</p> </li> <li> <p>Structured leadership training (ideal for first-time clinical leaders)</p> </li> <li> <p>Strong referral and clinical backup from a 24-hour hospital</p> </li> <li> <p>Dedicated regional management support</p> </li> </ul> <h2>Salary &amp; Benefits</h2> <ul> <li> <p>Salary range: <strong>£53,120 – £70,550</strong> (part-time, including weekend rotation)</p> </li> <li> <p>Equivalent full-time salary: <strong>£64,000 – £85,000 (40-hour week)</strong></p> </li> <li> <p>6.6 weeks annual leave (pro rata, inclusive of bank holidays)</p> </li> <li> <p>Generous relocation support (where applicable)</p> </li> <li> <p>Up to £2,000 CPD allowance annually plus up to 5 days’ paid CPD leave (pro rata)</p> </li> <li> <p>Private medical insurance</p> <p> If you want to find out more about this role or have a discreet discussion, please send across a copy of your CV.&nbsp;</p> </li> </ul>