Senior Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal

Vet Record Careers; Barnstaple; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading veterinary practice in Barnstaple is seeking an experienced Senior Veterinary Surgeon to lead its clinical team. This full-time role emphasizes exceptional veterinary care, mentoring colleagues, and shaping the practice's clinical direction. The position offers competitive benefits, including a £1,250 CPD allowance and enhanced vacation leave. Ideal candidates are surgically confident and looking to advance their careers in veterinary medicine.

Benefits

6.6 weeks' holiday including bank holidays

Private medical insurance

£1,250 CPD allowance

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a veterinary surgeon.
• Ambitious and ready for career advancement.
• Strong skills in surgical procedures.

Responsibilities

• Lead the clinical team and ensure high-quality care.
• Shape the clinical direction of the practice.
• Mentor and support colleagues.

Skills

Surgical confidence

Mentoring

Client care

Leadership

Education

Relevant veterinary degree

Job description

This is a full-time role (40 hours per week over 4 or 5 days), but we're happy to consider flexible working arrangements. You'll be primarily based at our Barnstaple practice, with occasional travel to South Molton.

Responsibilities

• Lead the clinical team and deliver exceptional veterinary and client care.
• Help shape the clinical direction of the practice.
• Mentor and support colleagues, contributing to their professional growth.
• Play an active role in the continued success and development of the clinic.
• Cater to a high surgical caseload.

A unique opportunity has arisen at Market Vets, Barnstaple where we are looking to recruit an experienced and highly motivated SA Senior Veterinary Surgeon for our team.

At IVC Evidensia, we're driven by the passion and commitment of our people - across clinical, operational, and support teams. With over 2,500 clinics and hospitals in 20 countries and around 41,000 employees, we work together to care for around 25,000 animals every day. United by a shared purpose - Healthy Animals, Happy Owners - we're proud to champion long-term animal health and welfare through the dedication of every individual across our international network. Surgically confident, with a keen interest in a varied and exciting caseload - from large bitch spays to cruciate repairs. Ambitious and ready to take the next step in your veterinary career.

What We Offer

• Strong leadership support from our Practice Manager, two Clinical Directors (Small Animal & Large Animal), and Head Nurse.
• A diverse team with clinical interests spanning orthopaedics, dentistry, exotics, and large animal care - including several certificate holders.
• Modern, well-equipped facilities including: In-house diagnostic laboratory, Digital and dental radiography, Ultrasound, Endoscopy and bronchoscopy, Therapeutic K-laser, Multiparameter monitoring systems in theatre.

Benefits

• Work-life Balance & Wellbeing
  • 6.6 weeks' holiday including bank holidays - plus your birthday off
  • Private medical insurance
  • Enhanced family-friendly leave and pay
  • 24/7 confidential Employee Assistance Programme
• Development
  • £1,250 CPD allowance + 40 hours paid CPD
  • Certificate and advanced learning support & Access to Vetlexicon online resources
  • World leading IVC Evidensia Training Centres
  • £1,250 annual Care Fund for every vet
• Professional Memberships
  • BVA membership
  • VDS cover
  • RCVS fees
• Colleague Benefits
  • Cycle to Work and Green Car schemes (eligibility applies)
  • Retail discounts and cashback offers
  • Reduced-cost veterinary care for your own pets

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