Locum Veterinary Surgeon – Devon

£400 – £500 per day | Flexible Hours | Independent Practice

An exciting opportunity has become available for a Locum Veterinary Surgeon to join a friendly, independent small animal practice in beautiful Mid-Devon on a flexible locum basis.

This community-focused practice is seeking an experienced and personable Vet to support the team across a selection of dates throughout May and June. The role offers a varied caseload with a mixture of consultations and routine surgery, alongside the support of an experienced clinical and non-clinical team. Importantly, there is no sole charge required.

The Role

The successful Locum Veterinary Surgeon will enjoy:

• A mixture of consults and operations
• 15-minute consultations, with longer appointments for complex cases
• Routine and emergency surgeries
• Thorough medical workups with access to excellent diagnostics
• Preventative healthcare and client education
• Working collaboratively within a supportive and passionate team

Working Hours

• 9:00am – 6:00pm
• Hours are negotiable for the right candidate

Locum Dates Available

3 days per week ongoing ( Flexible days around candidates suitability )

Rate & Payment

• £400 – £500 per day depending on experience
• All forms of payment accepted

About the Practice

This independent veterinary practice is proud to offer personalised patient care within a welcoming and collaborative environment. The recently refurbished practice is fully equipped with:

• Digital x-ray
• Ultrasound
• In-house laboratory facilities (Idexx/Axiom)
• Access to visiting specialists

The successful candidate will work alongside a knowledgeable and supportive team of experienced Veterinary Surgeons, RVNs, ANAs, and dedicated support staff.

Location

Situated in stunning rural Mid-Devon, the practice offers the perfect balance of rewarding clinical work and countryside living, surrounded by rolling hills, charming villages, and vibrant local communities.

Ideal Candidate

The practice is looking for a Veterinary Surgeon who is:

• Confident with routine consults and surgery
• Friendly, approachable, and team-oriented
• Passionate about delivering high-quality patient and client care
• Comfortable working within a collaborative environment

This is an excellent opportunity for a Locum Vet seeking flexibility, strong clinical support, and a welcoming independent practice environment in Devon.

For more information or for a confidential chat, please contact Megan on 01904 570056 or email m.pinder@purovets.com

You can also WhatsApp us at WhatsApp - Purovets and we are always happy to answer any questions you may have about our great opportunities.  

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 no: JOB-58858