As a Vet you will be accountable for patient care within the clinic, whilst ensuring we deliver exceptional care, always there for our clients, patients and colleagues whilst maintaining the highest levels of regulatory and operational standards and compliance.
Veterinary Surgeon – Medivet Watford 24 Hour Hospital
Medivet Watford 24 Hour Hospital is looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Veterinary Surgeon to join our experienced and supportive team.
This is a fantastic opportunity to work within a busy, well-equipped 24-hour hospital, offering an excellent balance of consulting and hospital-based clinical work. The role consists of a 4-day week, with:
2 days consulting
2 days working within the hospital
This structure provides the perfect mix of client continuity, medical case management, inpatient care, and surgical exposure.
As one of Medivet’s key hospitals, Watford works closely with our sister clinic, in Borehamwood, providing varied and interesting caseloads with excellent continuity of care.
Our hospital is exceptionally well equipped, with access to:
CT imaging
Endoscopy
Laparoscopic equipment
Ventilator support
Digital X-ray
Ultrasound
Dental X-ray facilities
You will be working alongside a highly experienced and collaborative team including:
13 day vets plus 3 dedicated night vets
13 Registered Veterinary Nurses (RVNs)
5 Student Veterinary Nurses (SVNs)
5 Veterinary Care Assistants
6 Receptionists
The clinical team also includes multiple certificate holders in both surgery and medicine, creating a fantastic environment for clinical progression, mentorship, and case collaboration.
We are looking for a vet who enjoys both consulting and hospital work, values high clinical standards, and thrives as part of a supportive team. Whether you are looking to further develop your surgical skills, expand your medical knowledge, or work towards a certificate, this role offers an excellent platform for growth.
What we offer:
4-day working week
Combination of consulting and hospital shifts
Exposure to advanced procedures and complex cases
Supportive team with certificate holders in surgery and medicine
Excellent career development opportunities
Access to advanced imaging and surgical equipment
Competitive salary and benefits package
Strong focus on work-life balance
If you are looking to join a progressive, well-supported hospital team with access to outstanding facilities and a varied caseload, we would love to hear from you.
Your career means more than a rota and a job title, that’s why we also offer:
Health and wellbeing
Annual leave
Learning and development
Additional support
Lifestyle
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.
We are Medivet.
Where exceptional veterinary care is at the heart of everything we do. Our community is dedicated to providing outstanding care for pets while supporting and valuing the people who make it possible. At Medivet, we’re not just focused on animal health; we’re committed to nurturing a workplace that champions both our people and the pets they care for.
Discover why Medivet is a unique and rewarding place to build your career in veterinary care.
Ready to join our community? Apply today to become part of something exceptional.
