Veterinary Surgeon - Saxmundham

Location Saxmundham
Discipline: UK Veterinary
Job type: Permanent
Salary: £40000 to £60000
Contact name: Ollie Lear

Contact email: ollie@supreme-ss.com
Job ref: HSEJ02

​Veterinary Surgeon Job – Saxmundham, Suffolk

About the Role

An excellent opportunity has become available for a Veterinary Surgeon in Saxmundham, Suffolk, to join a modern first opinion small animal practice with a strong focus on clinical excellence, teamwork, and professional development.

This permanent, full-time Veterinary Surgeon role offers a salary of up to £60,000 DOE, alongside excellent opportunities to develop your clinical skills and progress your career.

The position would suit a Veterinary Surgeon who enjoys managing a varied caseload, values clinical autonomy, and wants to work within a supportive environment where professional development is actively encouraged.

About the Practice

This established small animal practice has a passionate team of Veterinary Surgeons, Nurses, Patient Care Assistants, and Receptionists who work collaboratively to provide high standards of patient and client care.

The modern practice benefits from a broad range of facilities and specialist equipment, giving Veterinary Surgeons the resources required to deliver high-quality diagnostics, surgery, and treatment.

The clinical team manages a varied caseload ranging from routine consultations and procedures through to more complex medical and surgical cases.

The practice also benefits from access to cardiology referral services, providing additional clinical expertise and opportunities for Veterinary Surgeons to broaden their knowledge.

A strong emphasis is placed on teamwork, knowledge sharing, clinical development, and empowering clinicians to make decisions in the best interests of their patients.

Responsibilities

  • Provide high-quality first opinion veterinary care to small animal patients

  • Manage a varied medical and surgical caseload

  • Conduct consultations and routine procedures

  • Perform diagnostic investigations and develop appropriate treatment plans

  • Deliver high standards of surgical and medical care

  • Build positive and lasting relationships with clients

  • Work collaboratively with Veterinary Nurses and the wider practice team

  • Share clinical knowledge and support colleagues where appropriate

  • Maintain accurate clinical records and professional standards

  • Participate in ongoing CPD and professional development

Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate will be a confident and compassionate Veterinary Surgeon who is committed to providing excellent patient care and enjoys working as part of a collaborative team.

Applicants should have:

  • RCVS registration and experience in small animal practice

  • Confidence managing medical and surgical cases

  • Strong clinical and diagnostic skills

  • Excellent communication and client care abilities

  • A commitment to continuous learning and development

  • A collaborative, supportive approach to teamwork

  • The ability to work with clinical autonomy and manage a varied caseload

Experienced Veterinary Surgeons will be able to contribute their knowledge and expertise to the wider team while continuing to develop their own clinical interests.

Compensation & Benefits

  • Salary: up to £60,000 DOE

  • Permanent full-time position

  • Modern, well-equipped practice

  • Varied first opinion small animal caseload

  • Access to specialist cardiology referral services

  • Supportive and collaborative clinical environment

  • Opportunities for clinical development and progression

  • RCVS and VDS fees fully paid

  • Generous CPD allowance

  • Access to 450+ CPD courses and BSAVA library resources

  • Fully funded postgraduate qualifications, including CertAVP and PgCert pathways

  • Tuition, examinations, and study leave covered

  • Up to 33 days annual leave, with the option to buy or sell additional leave

  • Relocation package and visa support available where applicable

  • Access to specialist telemedicine services and clinical mentoring

  • Health cash plan and Employee Assistance Programme

  • Enhanced family leave policies

  • Dedicated wellbeing support

  • 50% discount on veterinary services, pet food, and medications

Apply Today

If you're looking for a Veterinary Surgeon job in Saxmundham, Suffolk, offering a competitive salary, modern facilities, clinical autonomy, and excellent professional development opportunities, this could be an ideal next career move.

To apply or arrange a confidential discussion, please contact:

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