Veterinary Surgeon

Okeford (Okehampton); Okehampton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A veterinary practice in Devon is seeking a Veterinary Surgeon to join their friendly team. The role offers flexibility in hours and no out-of-hours duties, with opportunities for career development and advanced equipment use. Candidates must be comfortable with routine surgeries and consultations. The position includes benefits like 25 days of annual leave and fully funded CPD.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays

Fully funded CPD opportunities

Cycle to work scheme

Subsidised gym membership

Colleague discount on pet products and treatments

Qualifications

• Veterinary surgeon degree and registration with RCVS.
• Experience in routine surgeries and consultations.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine surgeries and consultations.
• Work collaboratively with the veterinary team.

Skills

Comfortable with routine surgeries and consultations

Happy to work as part of a team

Job description

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.

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

We're 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.

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 our ultrasound machine
• Short and long term accommodation can be provided.

The location

Based in Okehampton, we’re lucky to be on the edge of Dartmoor and near the beach, offering a fantastic lifestyle with great local amenities and everything you need in town. A good balance of work and life is important here. The role is commutable from Crediton, North Tawton, Launceston, Tavistock, Bovey Tracey, Moretonhampstead, Hatherleigh, Winkleigh, Lapford, West Exeter and other locations in the Devon and Cornwall areas.

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 days leave each year in your first 5 years at CVS
• 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 and 300 trained CVS colleagues in this role
• Colleague discount on pet products and treatments including free consults, and a discount to our online pharmacy, Animed.

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.

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