Veterinary Surgeon - Devon

Purosearch; Mid Devon; On-site; GBP 59,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

CPD allowance

4 weeks holiday per year

Job summary

Purovets in Mid-Devon is seeking a Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon to join a friendly, independent practice offering personalised care and professional autonomy. You’ll enjoy flexible 4 or 5-day weeks, with no out-of-hours, Sundays, or bank holidays, in a modern, well-equipped surgery featuring digital x-ray, ultrasound and in-house Idexx/Axiom lab facilities.

Salary up to £65,000 DOE. Join a supportive team including experienced vets, RVNs, ANAs and admin staff, with access to visiting

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in first opinion practice.
• Compassionate, communicative and committed to top-level patient care.
• A team player with a positive, proactive mindset.

Responsibilities

• 15-minute consults (longer for complex cases).
• Routine and emergency surgeries.
• Thorough medical workups with access to diagnostics.
• Preventative care advice and client education.
• Being a valued part of a collaborative, passionate team.

Skills

Compassionate communication

Team player

Tools

Digital x-ray

Ultrasound

In-house Idexx/Axiom lab

Job description

Small Animal Vet – Find Your Place in the Heart of Devon

• Independent, Community-Focused Practice – Be part of a small, friendly team that values personalised care and professional autonomy
• Flexible Working Options – Choose a 4 or 5-day week with no out-of-hours, Sundays, or bank holidays
• Well-Equipped, Modern Facilities – Work in a recently refurbished practice with digital x-ray, ultrasound, in-house lab (Idexx/Axiom), and access to visiting specialists
• Stunning Rural Location – Enjoy life in picturesque Mid-Devon, surrounded by rolling countryside and vibrant local communities
• Generous salary up to £65,000

Are you looking to escape the hustle and bustle, and join a team that truly values community, compassion, and care?

I am working with a small, friendly, independent mixed veterinary practice nestled in the beautiful rural Mid-Devon countryside. With two welcoming sites and a commitment to providing a personalised, first-class service to animals and their owners, this is your chance to be part of something special.

They are on the lookout for a dedicated and compassionate Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon with at least 1 year of experience to join their close-knit, supportive team. You’ll be based in their recently refurbished practice, complete with all the modern toys – from digital x-ray and ultrasound to in-house Idexx/Axiom lab equipment and multi-parameter monitors.

What’s in it for you?

• A genuine work-life balance – 4 or 5-day week (your choice!)
• 1 in 3 Saturdays, usually solo – with support while you settle in
• A team that includes experienced Vets, RVNs, ANAs and super support staff
• Access to visiting specialists and surgeons as needed
• Opportunity to develop your own interests in a practice that values growth

What you’ll be doing:

• 15-minute consults (longer for more complex cases)
• Routine and emergency surgeries
• Thorough medical workups with access to diagnostics
• Preventative care advice and client education
• Being a valued part of a collaborative, passionate team

Why Mid-Devon?

Think rolling hills, stunning valleys, and peaceful, picturesque villages. From the Blackdown Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty to the charming local towns, this is a dream spot for nature lovers, families, and anyone seeking a slower, more fulfilling pace of life.

Who they are looking for:

• 1+ years’ experience in first opinion practice
• Compassionate, communicative and committed to top-level patient care
• A team player with a positive, proactive mindset

If you're ready to thrive in a practice where your voice is heard, your growth is supported, and your work-life balance is respected – I would love to hear from you.

Get in touch for an informal, confidential chat – no pressure, just possibilities.

The Package:

• A generous salary up to £65,000 DOE
• Work based pension scheme
• Supportive and friendly work environment
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression with generous CPD allowance (certificates supported and funded)
• Paid VDS fees, membership of BVA and one other professional organisation
• Employee discounts on veterinary services
• 4 weeks holiday per annum increasing with length of employment, plus bank holidays

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 www.purovets.com

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.