Veterinary Surgeon | Independent Practice | Hampshire
Job description
Veterinary Surgeon – Independent Small Animal Practice (Hampshire)
Independent GP practice
• Flexible hours (20–38 per week)
• No OOH
• 1:4 Saturday mornings
The Practice
This is a well-established independent small animal GP practice in Hampshire, offering a friendly, supportive, and genuinely flexible working environment. The practice places a strong emphasis on clinical freedom, continuity of care, and team wellbeing.
The team currently consists of four veterinary surgeons, supported by an experienced and capable nursing and reception team, including four qualified veterinary nurses, one student veterinary nurse, and three receptionists. The practice is well organised, with excellent support available throughout the working day, allowing vets to focus on delivering high-quality patient care.
The Role
The practice is seeking a Veterinary Surgeon to join the team on either a full-time or part-time basis. The role is open to discussion and can be tailored to suit the individual’s strengths and interests.
Mix of consults & surgery
For veterinary surgeons with a strong interest in surgery, there is the opportunity to have a dedicated operating day each week, with flexibility for surgical involvement across multiple days if desired.
Working Hours & Flexibility
The practice offers an excellent level of flexibility around working patterns:
20–38 hours per week
2, 3, 4 or 5 days per week considered
Weekday hours are typically 8:30am – 7:00pm, with flexibility where needed
Weekend work is limited to 1 Saturday morning in 4 (8:30am – 12:00pm)
No out-of-hours work
This role would suit a veterinary surgeon looking for a healthy work-life balance within a supportive, independent setting.
Salary & Benefits
Salary: Up to £65,000 DOE
RCVS fees paid
VDS fees paid
Generous CPD allowance, with paid CPD leave
5 weeks annual leave plus bank holidays
Company pension scheme
Supportive and collaborative team environment
Clinical freedom within an independent practice
Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance
Candidate Requirements
RCVS-registered Veterinary Surgeon
Confident in first-opinion small animal practice
Open to both experienced vets and those seeking a role with flexibility and support
A team-focused approach with good communication skills
Summary of Role Highlights
Independent small animal GP practice
Four-vet team with strong nursing and reception support
Flexible full-time or part-time hours
Consults-only or mixed consults and ops role
Dedicated surgical time available
No out-of-hours work
1:4 Saturday mornings only
Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
This is an excellent opportunity for a veterinary surgeon seeking flexibility, autonomy, and a supportive independent practice environment in Hampshire.
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