Vacancy -
Experienced Veterinary Surgeon
Vacancy -
Experienced Veterinary Surgeon
Join Our Welcoming Team
About Us
We’re a friendly, purpose-built small animal, first opinion practice in Upper Caldecote, Bedfordshire, just off the A1 (easy access to Cambridge, London, and Luton Airport). We at Elizabeth Smith Veterinary Practice are proudly part of the Kin Vet Community – an independent-style clinic with the backing of a supportive network.
The Team
You’ll be joining our team of: 8 vets (5–31 yrs qualified), 6 RVNs, 1 final-year student RVN, 1 experienced VNA, 6 receptionists and a Practice Manager. We believe in looking after each other as much as our patients.
What We Offer
• Predictable rota: fixed 3-week rolling (4 days/week, 9am–7pm, one weekday off)
• Saturdays: just 1-in-8, 8.30–4.30pm (sole charge)
• No OOH (covered by VetsNow)
• 20-min consults (longer for complex cases)
• Great kit: in-house lab, dental & digital x-ray, ultrasound (inc. cardiac), some first opinion orthopaedics
Salary & Benefits
• Salary from £37,000+ (DOE)
• 33 days including BH’s (pro rata)
• RCVS fees paid
• CPD budget £2,500 + travel/accommodation (certificates encouraged!)
• Enhanced family leave, pension, 3 weeks paid sick leave
About You
Confident in consulting, medical workups, dentals, soft tissue surgery. Organised with good time management. You thrive on building strong client relationships and enjoy being part of a supportive culture. You value honesty, teamwork, and continuous learning.
Why This Role Stands Out
• Time to do your job properly
• Supported in pursuing certificates
• Your input and ideas genuinely matter
• Predictable rota to plan life confidently
• A team that truly cares – about patients, clients, and each other
Ideal start: Jan 2025
Apply:
Call: 01767 627317
Join a practice where you’ll feel supported, inspired, and proud of the work you do.
We are committed to equality of opportunity for all and welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds.
Working at the Practice
We have a loyal team of friendly vets, nurses and receptionists who have all been drawn into the profession by their love for animals.
We are proud to have a very low staff turnover, with many team members having worked for the practice for between 10 and 25 years and some in excess of 30 years!
The practice has a family feel and the welfare and best interests of the pets we treat is always our primary focus.
