Veterinary Surgeon - High Wycombe

Location High Wycombe
Discipline: UK Veterinary
Job type: Permanent
Salary: £50000 to £70000
Contact name: Ollie Lear

Contact email: ollie@supreme-ss.com
Job ref: WADS19

​Veterinary Surgeon – High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire

About the Role

An excellent opportunity is available for an experienced Veterinary Surgeon in High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire, offering a salary of up to £70,000 depending on experience.

This is an ideal opportunity for a Veterinary Surgeon looking to join a small, friendly and supportive practice with a strong local reputation and an experienced clinical team.

The role offers 35–40 hours per week, with flexibility to agree a mutually suitable working pattern. Weekend work is shared on a 1 in 4 rota, with no out-of-hours requirements.

Consultations are structured around 20-minute appointments, with protected time for administration, lunch breaks and regular clinical discussions.

About the Practice

The practice is an established small animal veterinary surgery with a close-knit team and a strong emphasis on collaboration, empathy and professional development.

The clinical team includes experienced Veterinary Surgeons with interests in feline medicine and dentistry, alongside a new graduate, supported by 5 nurses, a Student Veterinary Nurse, 3 VCAs, 5 receptionists and a Practice Manager.

The practice operates an open-door approach to clinical support, ensuring colleagues can discuss cases, share knowledge and develop their skills within a welcoming environment.

Facilities include:

  • Operating theatre

  • Digital X-ray

  • Dental X-ray

  • Ultrasound

  • Experienced nursing and clinical support

  • Regular clinical meetings

  • Dedicated time for administration and case management

Responsibilities

  • Provide high-quality first-opinion veterinary care across a varied small animal caseload.

  • Conduct thorough consultations using 20-minute appointment times.

  • Diagnose and manage medical cases appropriately.

  • Perform routine surgical procedures within your experience.

  • Develop treatment plans and provide continuity of patient care.

  • Communicate clearly and compassionately with clients.

  • Build strong relationships with clients, patients and colleagues.

  • Work collaboratively with the experienced veterinary and nursing team.

  • Participate in regular clinical discussions and case reviews.

  • Maintain high standards of clinical care and patient welfare.

  • Continue developing clinical skills through CPD and supported professional development.

Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate will be an experienced Veterinary Surgeon with UK general practice experience who is confident managing a varied first-opinion caseload.

They should be a strong team player who values collaboration, communication and providing consistently high standards of patient care.

The successful candidate will ideally:

  • Hold RCVS registration or be eligible to register.

  • Have previous UK small animal general practice experience.

  • Be confident managing routine medical and surgical cases.

  • Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

  • Enjoy working collaboratively within a close-knit team.

  • Be compassionate, approachable and supportive.

  • Be keen to continue developing their clinical knowledge and skills.

  • Share a commitment to delivering excellent veterinary care.

Compensation & Benefits

  • Salary up to £70,000 depending on experience

  • 35–40 hours per week

  • Flexible working pattern

  • 1 in 4 weekend rota

  • No OOH

  • 20-minute consultations

  • Protected time for administration and lunch

  • CPD allowance and professional development support

  • Contributory pension scheme

  • Free on-site parking

  • Paid professional memberships

  • Birthday day off

  • 20% discount at Vets4Pets, Pets at Home and the Groom Room

  • Additional company discounts and rewards

  • Supportive and experienced clinical team

  • Regular clinical meetings

  • Excellent diagnostic and surgical facilities

Why Apply

This Veterinary Surgeon job in High Wycombe offers an excellent opportunity to join a genuinely supportive team where colleagues are encouraged to develop their skills and contribute to the ongoing success of the practice.

The 35–40 hour flexible working pattern, 1 in 4 weekends and no OOH provide an attractive work-life balance, while structured consultations and protected administration time help create a manageable working day.

The practice also offers access to experienced colleagues with specialist interests in feline medicine and dentistry, providing opportunities to broaden your clinical knowledge.

This is a particularly appealing role for a Veterinary Surgeon who values team empathy, clinical support and a welcoming working environment.

Apply Today

If you are an experienced Veterinary Surgeon looking for veterinary jobs in High Wycombe or Buckinghamshire, with a supportive team, flexible working and excellent clinical facilities, this could be an excellent next step.

For a confidential discussion about the role, please contact:

Ollie Lear - Talent Partner
T: 07706 346515
E: ollie@supreme-ss.com