Small animal veterinary surgeon for Devon practice
£60k per annumMy Client in Devon are seeking a Veterinary Surgeon to join its friendly, forward-thinking small animal team, offering the perfect balance of high-quality clinical care and an exceptional lifestyle on the stunning coastlines and countryside of Devon and Cornwall. The practice prides itself on creating a supportive, collaborative culture where colleagues genuinely enjoy coming to work, combining clinical excellence with work–life balance.
The team currently comprises fourteen vets (nine full-time equivalent) working across four well-equipped sites. Facilities include prep rooms, operating theatres, dental suites, kennels and cattery, X-ray, ultrasound, full laboratory services, endoscopy, and laparoscopic spay equipment, with a CT scanner installation underway. The practice is on the verge of achieving RCVS Hospital Status following a recent Practice Standards inspection. The clinical team includes advanced practitioners and certificate holders across pain management, anaesthesia, medicine, exotics, ophthalmology, and behaviour, with certificates in cardiology, dentistry, dermatology, and surgery currently in progress. Additional services include a peripatetic surgeon, acupuncture, and a highly experienced nursing team with further qualifications in behaviour, anaesthesia, and more.
They also takes pride in its teaching role, providing small animal rotations for Bristol University veterinary students and achieving top rankings for teaching experience. The team is cohesive, stable, and genuinely supportive, with a strong commitment to communication, collaboration, and delivering the highest standards of veterinary care.
The practice is looking for veterinarians who are committed, motivated, and collaborative, with a strong focus on client care and communication, and who value being part of a positive and supportive team environment. Out-of-hours work is shared equally across the team, currently comprising one weekend in eight with the following Monday off, one Saturday in eight (centralised at the hospital branch to reduce weekend pressures), and a maximum of four on-call nights every four weeks. Full veterinary and RVN support is available for inpatient care.
The role offers a competitive salary of up to £60,000, dependent on experience, alongside a four-day working week, with flexible arrangements for candidates seeking three-day weeks. Benefits include 6.6 weeks of holiday including bank holidays, paid RCVS, VDS, and BVA membership plus one additional membership, five days of CPD with a £1,750 budget, regular performance and career development reviews, support for certificate progression, health insurance, enhanced parental leave, and company sick pay.
They provide exceptional facilities, ongoing investment in equipment and development, and a genuinely supportive, skilled, and friendly team. The location offers an enviable lifestyle, making it possible to enjoy a fulfilling veterinary career while exploring the beautiful surrounding countryside and coastline. The practice values teamwork, respects each individual, celebrates excellent GP skills, and actively encourages professional growth, making it an ideal environment for veterinarians seeking both clinical excellence and work–life balance.
To learn more about this exciting opportunity or wish to apply, please don't hesitate to contact View email address on brightleaf.co.uk or give us a call at View phone number on brightleaf.co.uk. We are dedicated to assisting talented Small Animal Veterinary Surgeons and nurses like you in finding the ideal job. Not all our exceptional roles are listed on our website. So, if you're considering a career move, please get in touch with us directly to discuss your options. Our team of expert recruiters has extensive experience in the veterinary industry and can guide you towards the best opportunities available. If our current vacancy doesn't match your requirements, we encourage you to visit to explore a comprehensive list of our current vacancies in the field of Small Animal Veterinary Surgery. Additionally, sign up for our email alerts to stay updated on the latest job openings tailored to your interests. Bright Leaf Recruitment has been successfully placing highly skilled Small Animal Veterinary Surgeons and veterinary nurses in great roles across the United Kingdom, Dubai, and Australia since 2010. Trust our expertise and industry knowledge to help you find the perfect match for your career goals. Contact us today and take the next step towards a fulfilling career as a Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon or Nurse
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