Veterinary Surgeon - Cornwall

Purosearch; England; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An independent veterinary practice in Cornwall seeks an experienced Veterinary Surgeon to join their team. Offering a salary up to £65,000 and a supportive, community-focused environment, this role is ideal for someone with 3-4 years of experience and a passion for veterinary care. The practice features state-of-the-art facilities and a friendly team and is located in a picturesque area with easy access to beautiful beaches.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Generous CPD allowance

Career progression opportunities

RCVS, VDS, BSAVA & BVA fees covered

Employee discount

Discounted health care

Social events

Qualifications

• At least 3–4 years of experience in veterinary practice.
• Certificate holders are welcomed.
• Outgoing team player excited about varied caseloads.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert treatment and compassionate service.
• Collaborate with a large team of vets and RVNs.
• Deliver veterinary care in a modern practice.

Skills

Veterinary skills

Team collaboration

Communication

Education

Veterinary degree

Tools

Digital X-ray

Ultrasound

Endoscopes

In-house lab

Job description

Veterinary Surgeon – Cornwall

Join a proudly independent practice with over 100 years of history, offering stability, support, and a welcoming, community focused environment.

Enjoy working in a recently expanded, modern practice equipped with state-of-the-art facilities including digital and dental X-ray, ultrasound, endoscopes, and dedicated dog and cat wards.

Be part of a large, friendly team of 9 vets and 13 RVNs, where collaboration, support, and professional development are at the heart of everything they do.

Live and work in stunning Cornwall, with beautiful countryside, world famous beaches, and a Salary up to £65,000 DOE FTE & generous benefits package.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon to join a long standing, independent veterinary practice in the heart of Cornwall. With over 100 years of history providing exceptional veterinary care, this practice has grown to become a trusted part of the community, delivering expert treatment alongside warm, compassionate service.

The practice has recently expanded, offering a modern, spacious environment that is fully equipped with everything you’d expect from a progressive first opinion practice including digital and dental X-ray, a brand new ultrasound, ECG, endoscopes, in-house lab, two theatres, a dental suite, a dedicated X-ray room, and separate cat and dog wards. You’ll be joining a fantastic small animal team of 9 vets and 13 RVNs, all supported by a friendly and knowledgeable reception team who share a genuine passion for pets and their owners.

This role is ideal for a confident and enthusiastic veterinary surgeon with at least 3–4 years’ experience, though certificate holders will also be warmly welcomed. The practice is looking for an outgoing team player who enjoys working collaboratively within a large, supportive team and who is excited to bring their skills and passion to a varied caseload.

Located in a fantastic part of Cornwall, you’ll be surrounded by beautiful countryside and just 30 minutes from the stunning North Cornwall coastline, with its world-famous beaches and surf spots. With easy access to Exeter, Plymouth, the A30 and M5, you can enjoy the perfect blend of professional satisfaction, lifestyle balance, and a chance to call one of the UK’s most desirable regions home.

The Rota

• Full time position
• 4 day week
• 1:10 weeks of OOH (with no day shifts)
• 1:20 Saturday mornings

Benefits

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays pro rata
• Salary up to £65,000 DOE FTE
• Generous CPD allowance
• Career progression opportunities
• RCVS, VDS, BSAVA & BVA fees covered
• Employee discount
• Social events
• Discounted health care & fuelcards
• Plus much more!

For more information or for a confidential chat, please contact Megan on 01904 570056 or email [e-mail]

To view all our vacancies, please visit https://purovets.com/veterinary-jobs/

And don't forget, if this position is of no interest to you but you know someone who may be interested, please pass on our details. We offer £250* for every successful candidate referral. *Terms and conditions apply

Ref : JOB-55381