Veterinary Surgeon - Kingston Veterinary Group

Kingston Veterinary Group is seeking a First Opinion General Practitioner Veterinary Surgeon to join our experienced and supportive team. Based at our Anlaby branch, you will be part of a forward-thinking, multi-site practice delivering high-quality patient care across six locations in East Yorkshire.

This is an excellent opportunity for a veterinary surgeon looking to work within a collaborative team, with access to modern equipment and facilities, and a genuine focus on work-life balance and professional development.

The Role

The position offers a varied caseload, with a balanced mix of consulting and surgical responsibilities. Admin time is built into the working day, ensuring clinical notes and follow-ups can be completed within your shift.

Working Pattern

• Full-time: 40 hours across 4 days per week
• 3 in 6 Saturdays (with time off in lieu)
• No out-of-hours or on-call commitments
• Part-time applications are welcomed

About the Anlaby Branch

You will join a dedicated team comprising an experienced RVN (Branch Head), a veterinary surgeon, a client care advisor, and an animal care assistant. The branch is equipped with:

• Separate dog and cat kennels
• Operating theatre
• in-house laboratory (ProCyte One, Catalyst One, microscope)

Additional Facilities at Park Street Hospital (10 minutes away):

• CT, MRI, digital radiography
• Colour Doppler ultrasound
• Endoscopy suite
• Full laboratory suite including lactate, ionised calcium, SediVue, and coags
• Advanced orthopaedic and soft tissue surgical facilities
• Dedicated dental branch with two fully equipped dental suites

Location and Lifestyle

Anlaby is situated in the western suburbs of Kingston upon Hull, East Yorkshire. The city offers a vibrant mix of culture, dining, and entertainment. The nearby Yorkshire Wolds and coastline provide outstanding leisure opportunities, while the city itself is growing, diverse, and welcoming.

A Word from Our Team – Mariana Borges, Senior Vet at KVG:

"If you’re looking to join a dedicated, supportive team in a vibrant and growing city, Hull is the place to be. Our practices are just a short stroll from the lively Fruit Market, a quarter packed with fantastic bars and restaurants perfect for unwinding after work. The city offers plenty to explore, from the exciting new padel club to popular events like the Freedom Festival and the Humber Street Sesh. Beyond the great lifestyle, you’ll find a workplace that genuinely feels like a second family. We are proud to offer outstanding facilities, including endoscopy, CT, MRI, laparoscopy and a fully equipped dental suite. We are passionate about delivering exceptional care to our patients while looking after each other, creating a healthy, positive environment where everyone thrives. If you share our commitment to high standards, collaboration and enjoying life both in and out of work, we’d love to welcome you to the team."

About Us

Kingston Veterinary Group is a well-established practice with a commitment to continual investment in both people and facilities. Our recently expanded Park Street Hospital includes dedicated theatres for laparoscopic, orthopaedic, and soft tissue procedures.

We are home to:

• 20 veterinary surgeons, including certificate holders in medicine and imaging
• 20 Registered Veterinary Nurses
• A highly skilled and supportive team of receptionists, ACAs, and branch support staff

We prioritise clinical excellence and job satisfaction through:

• Free, unlimited access to VetCT telemedicine
• Ongoing investment in CPD
• A positive, inclusive team culture
• Community involvement and branch engagement

Because our people matter

We recognise that our people are fundamental to the success of our business. Investing in our people, premises and processes is at the heart of what we do. In addition to a competitive base salary, you will benefit from -

Work-life balance

• 6.6 weeks annual leave, inclusive of bank holidays
• Additional holiday entitlement for your birthday

Wellbeing

• Private Medical Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programme: 24/7 confidential helpline
• Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay
• Initiatives focused on colleague wellbeing

Development

• £1250 CPD allowance with 40 hours paid CPD leave pro rata
• Certificate support
• Learning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia Academy
• Access to Vetlexicon – our online encyclopaedia provider
• All our Vets & Nurses can apply for research funding
• All our Vets get £1250 per annum to spend via our Care Fund
• Infection Prevention and Control Programme
• Quality Improvement Programme

Professional Memberships

• BVA membership
• VDS cover

Colleague Benefits

• Company pension scheme. IVC Evidensia will make a contribution as well
• Supporting a greener commute to work with a Cycle to Work scheme and Green Cars Scheme, subject to eligibility criteria
• Voluntary benefits: we give you the flexibility to choose from a range of voluntary benefits to suit you
• Access to discounts/cashback with hundreds of participating retailers
• Discounted treatment for your own pets at an IVC Evidensia practice

At IVC Evidensia we are a committed to Diversity, Equality, Inclusion and Belonging, we are keen to hear from candidates from all minority and diverse groups. As a Disability Confident Employer, we are keen to hear from candidates with disabilities and long-term health conditions and would be happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process.