Veterinary Surgeon - Rustington

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