Independent Practice | Clinical Freedom | Coastal Lifestyle Are you an experienced Veterinary Surgeon looking for genuine autonomy, a loyal client base, and a healthier work-life balance? We are a well-established, close-knit practice located in the beautiful coastal village of Rustington, West Sussex, and we are looking for a confident vet to join our supportive team in a sole charge role where your clinical decisions are truly respected. This is an excellent opportunity for a vet who enjoys building lasting relationships with clients, managing their own caseload, and practising high-quality medicine. The Role You’ll be responsible for delivering excellent clinical care across consultations and routine surgery while independently managing a varied caseload in a friendly and supportive environment. You’ll have the freedom to work cases up properly, build trusted client relationships, and enjoy the satisfaction of becoming a valued part of the local community. About You We are looking for an RCVS-registered Veterinary Surgeon who: Is confident in a sole charge environment Enjoys both consulting and routine surgery Values high clinical standards and continuity of care Builds strong relationships with clients and colleagues Brings a positive, proactive approach to practice life If you’re looking for a rewarding role that combines professional independence, supportive culture, and coastal living, we’d love to hear from you.
Your career means more than a rota and a job title, that’s why we offer:
Health and wellbeing
- Private Medical Insurance and Health Cash Plan from day one
- 24/7 counselling and wellbeing support
- Life Assurance 3 x salary
Annual leave
- 5 weeks’ annual leave plus Bank Holidays, rising with length of service
- Extra ‘Day for You’, a paid day off just for you
Learning and development
- £1,500 CPD allowance plus 3 days’ paid leave per year
- Access to Clinical Communities, internal CPD and our 24-hour hospitals
- Funded certificates and internal career pathways
Additional support
- RCVS, VDS and BVA fees paid
- Relocation support and Visa sponsorship available
- Sabbatical options based on length of service
Lifestyle
- Cycle to Work
- Season Ticket loans
- Discounts on Medivet products and services
About you
You’re a qualified MRCVS with a passion for clinical excellence and client care. You’re a team player who wants to make a real difference in a practice that values and supports you.
What you’ll be doing
Typically, in this role, you’ll:
- Deliver exceptional clinical care to patients in consults and surgery to the highest standards of regulatory, practice and operational compliance
- Develop tailored treatment plans with clients
- Work collaboratively within a supportive team
- Share your skills and support our Medivet communities’ development