Veterinary Surgeon

Vets for Pets; Truro; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits at a well-established veterinary practice in Cornwall, where you’ll join a supportive team dedicated to providing exceptional care to small animals. With flexible hours and structured consults, you’ll enjoy a balanced work-life while working in a newly refurbished environment equipped with state-of-the-art facilities. The role offers a competitive salary, generous leave, and numerous perks aimed at promoting your professional growth and well-being. If you’re passionate about veterinary medicine and thrive in a collaborative setting, this is the perfect chance to make a meaningful impact in a vibrant community.

Benefits

5.6 weeks annual leave

Paid memberships (RCVS, VDS)

Life Assurance

Contributory Pension Scheme

Dedicated CPD allowance

Relocation Allowance

Cycle to Work Scheme

Colleague Assistance Programmes

Exclusive company discounts

Qualifications

• Solid GP experience required with a passion for veterinary care.
• Great communication skills and a team player attitude are essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality veterinary care to small animals.
• Support a friendly team and engage with clients effectively.

Skills

Veterinary Surgery

Communication Skills

Teamwork

General Practice Experience

Education

Degree in Veterinary Medicine

Tools

Veterinary Equipment

Job description

Our RCVS accredited small animal training practice in Cornwall, Truro Vets4Pets has an excellent opportunity for a veterinary surgeon to join our inclusive, friendly, and supportive team!

As well as being supported by Raul, we also have an outstanding team of nurses with our clinical team also supported by an equally brilliant and welcoming team of 5 client care advisors as well as our Practice Manager, RVN and Mental Health First Aider.

Our days are structured well with 15-minute consults as standard with 30 minutes given for more complicated cases or for graduates. We have one vet operating each day, with their consults starting later in the afternoon. We also make sure there are plenty of on the day ‘run over breaks' to catch up, as well as emergency slots. Raul is a tremendous support to the team with plenty of regular catch ups during the week to discuss cases, and with clinical meetings also held every 6 to 8 weeks.

The hours are flexible and we're happy to discuss these around what you're looking for to achieve a good balance between home and work but will include a shared weekend rota of 1 in 3 Saturdays, which is kept to routine appointments with no ops.

In joining our team and supporting a great community and client base, we are looking for a colleague with solid GP experience, a team player with great communication skills and someone who shares our passion for providing the highest level of veterinary care.

The practice itself has been newly expanded and refurbished with a new building and equipment that offers a lovely bright and airy environment to work in with all the equipment you'd expect from a solid GP practice, in addition to separate cat and dog wards and two theatres.

Based in an ideal location in Cornwall, we are surrounded by wonderful scenery and some of the best beaches in the country within 15-20 minutes' drive. Truro has great access to the A30 and the A390 which connects the city to Falmouth, Redruth, Liskeard, and Plymouth.

What we're offering:

• Salary up to £60,000 FTE, commensurate with experience
• 5.6 weeks annual leave as standard (pro-rata for part-time).
• Paid memberships including RCVS and VDS.
• Life Assurance 4 x Annual Salary.
• Contributory Pension Scheme.
• Dedicated CPD allowance including support towards Certificates.
• Relocation Allowance. (Direct applicants only)
• Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Access to Colleague Assistance Programmes - Retail Trust, Port of Call and MHFA
• Exclusive company discounts and rewards through our reward hub- including 20% off at Pets at Home, The Groom Room and Vet Group

We want our colleagues to be as diverse as our clients. Our teams are inclusive and celebrate difference, so if you meet our role requirements, we'd love to hear from you.

To find out more about this exciting opportunity simply call Laura on 07790 372441 or email [e-mail]. Alternatively, you can also apply below.

Location: TR1 3LN