We have a fantastic opportunity for a Veterinary Surgeon to join our welcoming and collaborative teams across Medivet Buxton and New Mills in the heart of Derbyshire’s stunning countryside. This part-time position (28 hours across 4 days, between the hours of 9:00–17:00, with no regular weekends, out of hours or bank holidays required) offers the perfect blend of variety, clinical autonomy and community-focused care.
The role will be primarily based at our Buxton practice – a quiet, growing branch that currently opens two days a week, with plans to expand to four days as the team grows with your assistance, this is an exciting opportunity to help mould the path Buxton takes and put your stamp on a Medivet practice. You’ll work in a one-vet, one-nurse setup, allowing you to take real ownership of your cases while building close relationships with a loyal client base. Your day will typically include morning consultations, followed by a surgical procedure such as neutering, dentals or lump removals, with further consults in the afternoon. Support is always available via our New Mills site and wider network, and as we continue to expand the Buxton branch, you'll play a key role in shaping its success.
Alongside your work at Buxton, you’ll spend one to two days a week at Medivet New Mills – a busier, fully equipped practice just a short drive away. Here, you'll have access to a wider caseload, a full diagnostic suite including x-ray, ultrasound and endoscopy, and the chance to collaborate with an experienced team. Working between the two locations gives you a great balance of independence and team support, with the freedom to follow cases through and gain more exposure to a range of procedures, developing clinically and operationally.
We’re proud of the supportive culture we’ve built across both branches. Our team includes experienced vets, qualified and student nurses, client care assistants and a dedicated practice manager – all of whom share our commitment to excellent, personalised veterinary care. Together, we offer a professional yet relaxed environment where you’ll feel valued, listened to and encouraged to grow.
Both Buxton and New Mills are friendly, welcoming communities that really value the service we provide. New Mills is set within the High Peak, offering unbeatable countryside views, great transport links and plenty to do, from pubs and shops to family activities and outdoor adventures. Buxton, a historic spa town, has a similarly strong community feel and beautiful surroundings, making this a truly special place to work and live.
This role would suit a confident and compassionate vet with a minimum of 3 years UK experience, ideally someone comfortable with sole charge and looking to build long-term connections with clients and patients. You’ll have the chance to work cases up to a high standard, with the support of a close-knit team and a wider Medivet network that champions career progression, wellbeing and work-life balance.
If you're excited by the idea of variety, responsibility and being part of something growing and collaborative, we’d love to hear from you.
For more information or a friendly, informal chat, contact joanne.gray@medivet.co.uk.
Key Benefits:
Private Medical Insurance from day one.
Health cash plan from day one (covering dental, physio and optical services) with 24/7 Private GP Service.
Life Assurance 3 x salary.
Access to 24-hour counselling by phone or in person should you feel you need support.
5 weeks' annual leave plus Bank Holidays, rising to 6 weeks with length of service.
An additional ‘Day for You’, a paid day’s leave for you to use as you wish.
Clinical CPD: £1,500 per year plus 3 days’ paid leave
Internal CPD and access to Clinical Communities
Funded certificate opportunities.
VDS, RCVS and BVA fees paid.
Sabbatical based on length of service.
Interest free Season Ticket Loan.
Cycle to Work scheme.
Discounts on Medivet products and services.
Support for Certificates of Sponsorship for a Tier 2 (General) Visa and relocation support.
Role Accountabilities:
Exceptional care is at the heart of everything we do at Medivet. That’s the care for our patients, our clients and for each other – we really want to make a positive difference through every interaction we have.
In this role you will:
Deliver exceptional clinical care to your patients during consultations and procedures.
Provide exceptional care to your clients, giving clear updates on patients.
Deliver professional excellence, observing the highest standards of regulatory, practice and operational compliance.
Prepare tailored, accurate treatment and care plans for each patient with clear cost estimates.
Engage, mentor and develop your team, enhancing their skills and utilising these in the most effective way.
Complete clinical handover and arrange transfer of any patient needing out of hours or enhanced care.
Pro-actively support and share clinical best practice within and across practices and the wider Medivet community.
Your Skills and Experience:
RCVS registered Veterinary Surgeon.
Experienced in delivering exceptional care to both patients and clients.
Experienced in working effectively as part of a team.
Able to demonstrate clinical leadership skills.
Experience of implementing a progressive clinical culture.
Experience of supporting nurse consults and schedule 3 procedures, with an understanding of how this contributes to clinic performance and efficiency.
Experienced in using coaching and influencing skills to get the best out of every colleague.
About Us:
Medivet is a leading veterinary care provider, with practices across the UK including a number of 24-hour veterinary centres and referral centres. We also have a growing presence overseas with practices in France, Germany and Spain.
We’re proud to support a large, connected and growing community of colleagues who provide exceptional care that’s always there. That’s more than a strapline for us, we truly believe every interaction we have matters and that we can make a real difference. This is as true for our colleagues as it is for our patients and clients. Being part of Medivet means being part of a forward-thinking and caring environment with the very best equipment and treatment options available, and the very best treatment for you as a valued member of the team.
This is the home of talented people like you who want to stand out in their field and whose compassion for animals goes way beyond their job. Join us and be part of our exciting plans for the future.
