Salary up to £60,000 DOE

Market Vets are looking for an enthusiastic Veterinary Surgeon to join their friendly and welcoming team in North Devon. This is a two-site practice, and while you’ll be primarily based in Barnstaple, there will be occasional support needed at the South Molton branch.

This is a small animal role, but as a practice caring for small animals, farms and even local zoos, there’s plenty of opportunity to broaden your experience. Alongside a varied small animal caseload, there is the option to get involved in zoo work for those with an interest.

Your days will offer a great balance of consultations and surgery, with procedures ranging from routine through to ECC work ensuring no two days feel the same. There is also real scope to follow your own clinical interests.

The practice is fully equipped with an in-house laboratory, digital X-ray, ultrasound, endoscopy, bronchoscopy, dental radiography, therapeutic K-laser and multiparameter monitoring in theatre. Community is a big part of life at Market Vets. The team regularly run pop-up clinics every fortnight in Torrington and Lynton, helping to make veterinary care accessible across North Devon.

You’ll be joining a highly supportive team of 12 vets and 13 RVNs, alongside a dedicated client care team and Practice Director. With a certificate holder in exotics already in the team, and a wide range of interests including orthopaedics, dentistry and farm work, this is a great environment to learn and develop. Support for further study or certificates is actively encouraged.

IVC Evidensia is the UK and Europe’s leading veterinary care group, made up of over 900 practices and referral hospitals, united by a shared purpose of happier animals, happier owners. 
 
At IVC Evidensia, we believe careers should be built without limits. Our people are supported to make more clinical impact, access more career opportunities, and play an active role in their local and professional communities. Through investment in learning, innovation, and wellbeing, we create environments where our teams can grow in confidence, capability, and fulfilment—at every stage of their career. 

How You’ll Make a Difference 

As a Primary Care Veterinary Surgeon, you’ll work collaboratively with the wider practice team to deliver a high standard of patient and client care across a varied and rewarding caseload. 
 
You’ll continue to develop your clinical skills and interests while sharing your knowledge and experience with colleagues, contributing positively to the clinical culture of the practice. You’ll be an integral member of the clinical team, delivering excellent care and supporting the ongoing development of those around you. 
•    This is a full-time role of 40 hours per week, worked over 4 or 5 days. There is a shared weekend rota and on-call commitment until 7pm of 1:5, after which a dedicated out-of-hours provider takes over.  
•    We can also consider part time applications.

You Might Be a Great Fit If... 

You are a confident and motivated veterinary surgeon who enjoys working as part of a team and is committed to delivering high-quality patient and client care. You’ll bring: 
 
•    A Veterinary degree and registration (or eligibility to register) with the RCVS 
•    Experience working in clinical practice with growing confidence in routine medical and surgical cases 
•    Strong communication skills and the ability to build effective relationships with clients and colleagues 
•    A proactive approach to learning, with openness to feedback and development 
•    Professionalism, reliability, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively 

How We’ll Support You

At IVC Evidensia, we’re committed to supporting your ongoing development and wellbeing. When you join us, you’ll benefit from: 
•    Clear career pathways with progression opportunities across primary care, referral, leadership, and specialist roles
•    Funded learning and development including CPD allowance and access to IVC academy training centres & role-relevant courses
•    £1,250 annual Care Fund for every vet 
•    Access to mentors, regional clinical coaches, and peer networks
•    Support to develop clinical interests and expand your capabilities
•    A collaborative, values-led culture focused on care, community, and continuous improvement 

What We Offer Our Team

•    6.6 weeks’ holiday including bank holidays 
•    Private medical insurance 
•    Enhanced family leave and pay across maternity, paternity, adoption and surrogacy.
•    BVA membership, VDS cover & RCVS fees
•    Cycle to Work and Green Car schemes (eligibility applies)
•    Retail discounts and cashback offers
•    Reduced-cost veterinary care for your own pets