Veterinary Surgeon

CVS Group; Okehampton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A veterinary practice in Okehampton is seeking a full-time or part-time Veterinary Surgeon to provide care and surgery for pets. With no OOH shifts, work-life balance, and flexible hours, this role emphasizes collaboration and professional growth. Join a supportive team and enjoy benefits including 25 days annual leave and generous CPD opportunities.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Fully funded CPD

Subsidised gym membership

Pension scheme

Colleague discount on pet products

Qualifications

• Comfortable with routine surgeries and consultations.
• Happy to work as part of a team and sole charge.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine surgeries and consultations.
• Work collaboratively within a team.

Skills

Routine surgeries

Consultations

Teamwork

Sole charge

Job description

Overview

Veterinary Surgeon – Okeford Veterinary Centre, Okehampton and Chagford. Accommodation available. No OOH.

Contract: Full-time or Part-time or Fixed-term. Hours: 40 hours per week, 4 days, No OOH; flexible/part time options considered.

About the practice

We are seeking a new Veterinary Surgeon to join our friendly team! Whether you're after clinical variety, a supportive team, or better work-life balance, Okeford Veterinary Centre in Okehampton is a great fit for you.

A bit about us: Were a friendly, collaborative 1st opinion practice in Devon, with RCVS accreditation, silver ISFM status, and a strong focus on client care. Our facilities include ultrasound, endoscopy, laparoscopy, digital and dental radiography, ECG, and in-house lab. The role involves some work at our Chagford branch when necessary. Our team of 8 vets and 5 nurses offers referrals in surgery and dermatology, with interests in acupuncture and imaging. This role could suit a veterinary surgeon with an interest in Dentistry, but this is not essential. The practice is part of Okeford Veterinary Centre, Okehampton | The Vet Collection.

What makes this role different

• Flexible hours are considered — if you're after part-time, just let us know
• You'll have time to follow through on cases and work with a consistent team
• No OOH and a share of the Saturday rota
• Opportunities to pursue certificates and work with advanced equipment including keyhole surgery, endoscopy, dental x-ray machine and ultrasound
• Short and long term accommodation can be provided

The location

Based in Okehampton, we're on the edge of Dartmoor and near the beach, offering a fantastic lifestyle with great local amenities. The role is commutable from Crediton, North Tawton, Launceston, Tavistock, Bovey Tracey, Moretonhampstead, Hatherleigh, Winkleigh, Lapford, West Exeter and other locations in Devon and Cornwall.

What we're looking for

• Comfortable with routine surgeries and consultations
• Happy to work as part of a team and sole charge

Benefits

Our standard benefits include:

• 25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays (or equivalent) and option to buy/sell an additional 2 weeks
• RCVS, VDS and subscription fees paid
• Generously encouraged and fully funded CPD – abundant opportunities within the business aided by internal and external development courses and programmes
• Receive an extra day’s leave each year in the first 5 years
• Cycle to work scheme and subsidised gym membership
• Enhanced Maternity, Paternity and Adoption pay
• Pension scheme – automatic enrolment and completely hassle free
• Access to First Aid for Mental Health and Wellbeing Champions across CVS
• Colleague discount on pet products and treatments including free consults, and a discount to our online pharmacy

See more here: What We Offer

Looking for more information or want to arrange a practice visit? Email Jim at [e-mail] with a copy of your CV and query.

CVS is committed to being a fully inclusive place to work where all our colleagues are encouraged and supported to be themselves, where difference is celebrated and where everyone feels able to deliver their best. We are also determined to build a workforce that is more representative of our diverse communities and the people we provide our services to.