Veterinary Surgeon

Veterinary Surgeon – Nottingham

Join to apply for the Veterinary Surgeon – Nottingham role at The Pet Vet (formerly The Vet).

We’re ideally seeking a Veterinary Surgeon with over 3 years of experience, including at least one year practicing in the UK. The right candidate will have a genuine passion for early diagnostics, strong commitment to following through on treatment plans, and a drive for continuous clinical development.

You’ll be responsible for delivering preventive care, diagnosing and treating a variety of conditions, and managing cases with care and consistency. A strong focus on pet wellbeing is essential. We’re looking for someone who communicates clearly, collaborates effectively, and thrives as part of a close-knit, supportive team that includes both clinical and non-clinical colleagues.

• Quarterly recognition payments
• Enhanced maternity & paternity pay
• Income protection
• Electric car scheme
• Boost employee benefits and discounts
• Help at Hand for health and wellbeing
• Funded memberships
• Surgery discounts
• CPD allowance
• 25 holidays a year plus bank holidays
• Internal leadership training

You’ll be working in our purpose-built, spacious veterinary practice, equipped with fantastic facilities and a dedicated team who are passionate about providing the highest standard of care to all animals — day and night.

Our team currently includes 4 Veterinary Surgeons and 6 Registered Veterinary Nurses (RVNs). We are proud of the strong support and training we provide to students, many of whom have gone on to join us permanently after qualifying.

We’re committed to continuous professional development (CPD) at all levels, always looking for new ways to support skill development across the team. Currently, two of our vets are pursuing certificates, with our Head Vet, Laura, working towards Advanced Veterinary Practitioner (AVP) status. Additionally, four of our six nurses are actively working toward certification in their chosen areas.

Our team brings a broad range of specialities, and we actively support ongoing education to expand both clinical skills and the services we provide. Our nursing team is not only friendly and supportive but also brings a wealth of experience, with a good balance of years in practice.

We’re also backed by a strong, capable reception team of five, ensuring the smooth day‑to‑day running of our surgery and an excellent customer experience.

We’re part of the UK’s largest, independent, family‑owned veterinary group with a nationwide presence. We offer exceptional care in the local communities we serve, helping pets to live long, happy and healthy lives with their families. Our state‑of‑the‑art surgeries are purpose‑built, light and spacious and equipped with the latest technology. We’re committed to creating an environment that offers exceptional clinical care and where our colleagues love to work, our patients are calm and our customers feel assured.

We’re continually investing in developing our growing team and there’s never been a better time to join us!