Overview
Salary up to £65,000 DOE and Relocation Allowance up to £2,000. Kernow Vets are looking for a friendly and approachable Veterinary Surgeon to join our experienced, welcoming team. We’re proud of our supportive culture, collaborative mindset and strong client relationships. With five practices across the group, there may be some opportunity to support neighbouring sites when needed, though we always aim to keep travel as local as possible.
Responsibilities
* Varied caseloads, including cats, dogs, small furries and occasionally chicken or tortoise, with a minimum of one theatre day per week and the remainder in consultations, allowing for meaningful case continuity.
* Develop areas of clinical interest wherever possible. Surgical work ranges from routine procedures and dentals through to ECC and more complex cases, with orthopaedics referred locally to an IVC practice with a certificate holder.
* Work in a well-equipped practice with digital X-ray, handheld dental X-ray, ultrasound, multiparameter monitoring, tonometry and slit lamp facilities to support thorough work-ups and high-quality care.
* Support at the main branch in Lostwithiel: a large, converted practice with five consulting rooms (including a dedicated cat consult), a prep room with two theatres, separate cat and dog wards, an isolation ward, X-ray and dental suites, a full in-house lab, dispensary, admin offices, a large staff room and convenient on-site parking.
* Share a rota that respects balance: full-time hours are 40 per week over four days, with a 1 in 5 late shift finishing at 10pm; weekends on a 1 in 12 rota (8am–7pm, Saturday and Sunday) with inpatient care supported by a dedicated nursing team. Overnight emergency cover is provided in collaboration with a neighbouring IVC practice. Part-time applications (≥20 hours) welcome, with shared weekend and out-of-hours responsibilities.
* Be part of a team of 18 Veterinary Surgeons, 25 RVNs and a client care team; opportunities to develop through certificates and regular clinical meetings.
Location
Lostwithiel, Cornwall – nestled in the heart of Cornwall with countryside charm, riverside walks and easy access to the coast.
Benefits and Remuneration
* Competitive base salary up to £65,000 DOE
* Relocation allowance up to £2,000
* Work-life balance and wellbeing: 6.6 weeks annual leave (pro rata, including bank holidays), birthday leave, private medical insurance, Employee Assistance Programme (24/7 confidential helpline), enhanced family-friendly policies (maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay), wellbeing initiatives
* Development: £1,250 CPD allowance with 40 hours paid CPD leave pro rata, certificate support, learning via the IVC Evidensia Academy, Vetlexicon access, research funding opportunities, Care Fund (£1,250 per annum per vet for spending), Infection Prevention and Control Programme, Quality Improvement Programme, professional memberships (including BVA, VDS cover, RCVS fees)
* Colleague benefits: company pension scheme with employer contribution, Cycle to Work and Green Cars schemes (eligibility), voluntary benefits, retailer discounts, discounted treatment for your own pets at an IVC Evidensia practice
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