Veterinary Surgeon | Up to £70,000 | Visa Support

Chattyvets; Plymouth; Hybrid; GBP 63,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical insurance

Enhanced family leave and pay

£1,250 Care Fund for every vet

CPD allowance and training courses

RCVS fees paid

BVA membership

VDS cover

Cycle to Work scheme

Green Car scheme

Retail discounts and cashback

Reduced-cost veterinary care for your

Job summary

Chattyvets in Plymouth, Devon, is seeking a confident Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon to join a friendly, well-established team. The role blends branch practice with hospital support, offering diverse cases across consulting, surgery, and emergency care.

You will work with a collaborative team of 14 vets and 25 RVNs/SVNs, with opportunities to develop interests in cardiology or dermatology and access comprehensive CPD support.

Qualifications

• Must be a confident GP Vet with good consult and surgical skills.
• RCVS registration is essential.
• This role is not suitable for new graduates.

Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse first-opinion caseload with consults and surgery.
• Get involved with orthopaedics and laparoscopic procedures; assist with emergency care when needed.
• Collaborate with a 14-vet, 25-RVN/SVN team and support staff to deliver high-quality patient care.

Skills

Confident GP Vet

Cardiology interest

Dermatology interest

Team player

Job description

Are you a passionate and confident Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon looking to take the next step in your career? An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Vet to join a friendly, well-established team based in South Devon!

About the Practice & Location:

Located in Plymouth, Devon, this role offers an incredible quality of life with stunning South Devon coastlines, beautiful beaches, and Dartmoor National Park right on your doorstep.

The practice combines the close-knit feel of a branch surgery with the support and facilities of a nearby 24/7 purpose-built hospital.

Equipment and facilities available include:

• 3 Operating theatres (including a dedicated orthopaedic theatre)

• CT, digital and dental radiography, ultrasound, endoscopy, and laparoscopy

• 7 Consultation rooms, species-specific wards, and isolation facilities

• Fully equipped in-house laboratory

About the Role and Team:

This role is predominantly based in a branch setting, allowing you to build lasting relationships with clients and follow cases from start to finish. You’ll enjoy a diverse first-opinion caseload alongside opportunities to get involved with orthopaedics, laparoscopic procedures, and emergency & critical care cases.

You’ll be joining a collaborative team of 14 Vets and 25 RVNs/SVNs, supported by a dedicated Client Care Team. The team includes certificate holders in exotics, orthopaedics, soft tissue surgery, and diagnostic imaging, as well as visiting specialists in cardiology and ophthalmology.

Working Pattern:

• Full-time: 4 days per week (typically 9am–7pm)

• Part-time: Welcomed from 20 hours per week

• Weekend Rota: 1:5 (Sundays are emergency-only shifts)

• No additional OOH or on-call commitments!

About You (To Be Considered)

• A confident GP Vet who enjoys a good mix of consulting and surgery
• RCVS registration is essential
• Please note: Due to the independent nature of the branch work, this role is not suitable for new graduates

• A team player keen to develop clinical interests or explore new ones

• Vets with a specific interest in cardiology or dermatology are particularly encouraged to apply!

Benefits, Including Salary

• Salary: Up to £70,000 DOE

• 6.6 weeks’ holiday (including bank holidays)

• Private medical insurance

• Enhanced family leave and pay (maternity, paternity, adoption, and surrogacy)

• £1,250 annual Care Fund for every vet

• Funded learning and development, including CPD allowance and training courses

• BVA membership, VDS cover, and RCVS fees paid

• Cycle to Work and Green Car schemes (eligibility applies)

• Retail discounts and cashback offers

• Reduced-cost veterinary care for your own pets