Locum Vet - Charity Hospital East Kent

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Locum Veterinary Surgeon to join a busy and rewarding charity-led small animal practice on the Kent Coast. This is an ongoing requirement while the team recruits permanently, offering a varied caseload, a supportive clinical environment, and the chance to make a genuine difference to animal welfare.

The Role

• ASAP start with an ongoing commitment whilst permanent recruitment is underway
• 5 days per week, 8:30am to 6:00pm
• No weekends, no on-call duties and no OOH requirements
• Work alongside one other Veterinary Surgeon, with only minimal sole charge at the beginning and end of the day
• Mix of consultations and surgery, with consults-only options also considered
• 15-minute consult slots for sick and injured patients, with 10-minute preventative care appointments
• £50 per day accommodation allowance available where required

The Practice

• Supported by a dedicated team of 6 Nurses and 6 Veterinary Care Assistants
• Busy charity environment offering a genuinely varied and interesting caseload
• Frequent surgical procedures including pyometras, foreign body removals and other rewarding soft tissue cases
• Opportunity to work with a wide range of patients requiring both routine and urgent care
• Collaborative and supportive team culture with strong nursing support throughout the day

Additional Information

• Ideal for vets who enjoy a fast-paced and clinically rewarding caseload
• Excellent opportunity to utilise both consulting and surgical skills
• Meaningful charity work helping pets and owners who need support most
• Accommodation support available for those travelling from further afield

If you're looking for a rewarding locum role with a busy caseload, strong support network and excellent work-life balance, we'd love to hear from you.