Job Description

We are excited to welcome a Veterinary Surgeon to join our friendly and supportive team at Medivet Faversham. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a practice that values clinical excellence, teamwork, and a great work-life balance, with a four-day week and either one Saturday in three or one full weekend in six.

The role is ideal for someone confident in routine procedures and consultations, with plenty of scope to explore and develop areas of special interest.

Our team comprises experienced vets, skilled nurses, and welcoming front-of-house colleagues who together create a positive and professional environment. You will also benefit from the support of a dedicated Practice Manager, allowing you to focus on what you do best – providing outstanding patient care.

The practice is modern and well-equipped, featuring digital x-ray, in-house laboratory, ultrasound, separate theatre and prep areas, plus dedicated consultation and recovery spaces. A spacious and comfortable staff room provides a relaxing environment during breaks, ensuring the team feels valued and supported.

Faversham is a picturesque market town in Kent, offering a perfect blend of countryside charm and excellent transport links, including direct trains to London.

With scenic walks, local cafes, and easy access to city life, it provides a fantastic work-life balance. Accommodation may also be available as part of the role.

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

About Medivet

Medivet is a leading Veterinary care provider, with over 400 practices, including 24-hour centres and referral hospitals, across the UK and Europe. We’re more than a network – we’re a community.

We believe in providing the right treatment for our pets and our people. That means giving you the tools, time and support to build the career you want.