Mixed Animal Veterinary Surgeon

Our Client's practice is an established independent mixed veterinary surgery based in Uckfield, East Sussex, and is looking to hire a Veterinary Surgeon to join its friendly and collaborative team. The role offers a genuinely varied caseload across small animal, farm and equine work, alongside an interesting range of zoo and exotic cases. With excellent clinical freedom, flexible development opportunities and a supportive team, this is a fantastic opportunity for a Vet looking to develop their mixed-practice skills or build on their existing experience. The Package

• Salary from £40,000 to £70,000+ depending on experience
• 20 days' annual leave plus eight bank holidays
• Additional annual leave increasing with length of service, up to an extra working week
• 5% pension contribution
• Flexible CPD support tailored to individual development goals
• Internal and external training opportunities
• RCVS, VDS and BVA memberships paid
• One additional professional membership paid, such as BSAVA or BCVA
• Private healthcare Working Hours / Rota The practice offers a 4.5-day working week, with typical shifts running from 8am–5pm and half days from 8am–1pm. A four-day week can also be considered, with additional flexibility potentially available for particularly experienced candidates. The out-of-hours rota is shared across the team and includes approximately one weekend in eight on duty and a further one weekend in eight providing cover. There is also a shared weekday duty and cover rota, alongside occasional Saturday morning surgery on approximately a 1:16 basis. Time off in lieu is provided following duty and cover weekends. Participation in the out-of-hours rota is an essential part of the position, and candidates will need to live within approximately 30 minutes of the practice. Role Description The successful Veterinary Surgeon will manage a varied mixed-practice caseload, covering consultations, medicine, diagnostics, surgery, emergency cases and ongoing patient care. The caseload is approximately 60% small animal and 40% farm and equine combined, with the practice also undertaking a notable amount of zoo and exotic animal work. Farm cases include a good proportion of smallholder clients, alongside a smaller dairy caseload. The practice places a strong emphasis on clinical freedom and is happy to work around individual interests and experience. There is excellent scope to develop particular areas of interest, with opportunities to shape the balance of the caseload around the successful candidate's strengths and longer-term clinical goals. All surgical procedures are carried out in-house, and the practice provides its own out-of-hours service, offering exposure to a broad range of routine and emergency cases. Standard consultations are 15 minutes, allowing Veterinary Surgeons appropriate time to assess patients, discuss treatment options and provide a high standard of care. Team Size The team currently consists of approximately 10 Veterinary Surgeons and 10 Veterinary Nurses, supported by experienced administration and reception teams. The practice prides itself on maintaining a friendly and collaborative working environment, with colleagues encouraged to share knowledge, discuss cases and support one another. There is a strong emphasis on teamwork while still allowing Veterinary Surgeons the clinical independence to manage their own cases and develop their individual interests. Practice Details The practice is a well-established independent mixed veterinary surgery providing a broad range of services across companion animal, farm, equine and zoo medicine. Facilities include digital radiography, dental X-ray, ultrasound and scanning equipment, and in-house blood-testing facilities. The practice carries out all surgical procedures in-house and is equipped to manage routine operations, emergency cases and inpatient care. One of the main attractions of the practice is the variety of clinical work available, particularly the opportunity to gain experience across different species while working alongside a supportive and experienced veterinary team. Ideal Candidate The ideal candidate will be an RCVS-registered Veterinary Surgeon with a genuine interest in mixed veterinary practice and a willingness to contribute positively to the wider team. They should be friendly, approachable and confident communicating with both clients and colleagues, with a collaborative attitude and a willingness to ask for support when needed. Above all, the practice is looking for someone who enjoys working as part of a team, is enthusiastic about developing clinically and would appreciate the variety and independence that mixed veterinary practice can offer. Interested? Get in touch to learn more or apply confidentially: 📧 Sam@tempus-recruitment.com 📞 01626 249 108