Location: Kent
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Salary: £45,750 – £60,112 DOE (including allowances)

Lacey’s client, an established charity veterinary hospital in Kent, is seeking a compassionate and capable Veterinary Surgeon to join their friendly and supportive clinical team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a vet who enjoys a varied medical and surgical caseload and is motivated by meaningful work that makes a genuine difference to pets and owners who rely on accessible veterinary care.

The Role

The successful candidate will manage a broad mix of cases, delivering high-quality, pragmatic treatment plans tailored to both patient welfare and client circumstances. Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset are essential, as teamwork and shared clinical discussion are central to the hospital’s ethos.

This position would suit a vet who is adaptable, confident in clinical decision-making and thrives in a supportive, purpose-driven environment.

The Hospital

The hospital is modern and well equipped, providing excellent facilities to support high clinical standards, including:

Separate dog and cat wards
Digital radiography
Ultrasound and endoscopy
Piped gases
Extensive orthopaedic equipment

The clinical team shares a wide range of interests and actively encourages knowledge-sharing, case discussion and continuous development.

Key Responsibilities

Deliver high-quality medical and surgical care within service guidelines
Communicate treatment options clearly and compassionately
Support preventative healthcare initiatives
Participate in CPD and share learning with colleagues
Contribute to clinical efficiency and service improvement
Maintain accurate records in line with professional standards

Benefits

£45,750 – £60,112 DOE (incl. allowances)
Flexible working options
£1,000 CPD allowance + 5 paid CPD days annually
RCVS fees paid
Extensive internal CPD and conference discounts
25 days holiday + bank holidays (option to buy/sell 5 days)
Additional paid wellbeing, volunteering and celebration days
Pension contribution (5–10%)
Life assurance (4x salary)
Private medical and wellbeing support
Retail and lifestyle discounts
Enhanced family leave
Staff pet care support

This is a rewarding opportunity to join a collaborative veterinary team where clinical care, compassion and patient welfare remain the priority.

For further details or a confidential discussion, please contact Lacey: 01395 200189 / lacey.dorliac@synergyvets.com

Position Closed

Veterinary Surgeon permanent vacancy – Charity Hospital in Kent