Veterinary Ophthalmologist

South Devon Veterinary Hospital & Referrals has an exciting opportunity for a Veterinary Ophthalmologist to join our team
You will be an integral member of our small but passionate Ophthalmology team and will be working closely with our highly experienced Diplomat ECVO Ophthalmologist Jim Carter to deliver a first-class service. You will be aided in clinical expertise and surgical skills so that you will be able to manage the most difficult cases.
Abbotskerswell developed around the growing of apples for cider making and having converted the Old Cider Works into our purpose-built Hospital and Referral Centre, we opened our doors in 2009.
Newtown Abbot is a superb market town to explore, and nearby are beaches, great seaside amusements and wide open stretches of countryside full of foot paths and cycle routes with stunning views.
The M5 Motorway is just minutes away from the practice, as is the train station, with direct trains to Exeter, Bristol, London, and into Cornwall. We accept referrals in Ophthalmology, Orthopaedics, CT scanning, and Cardiology, and our highly experienced nursing team are on hand 24 hours a day for in-patient care. The practice is exceptionally well-equipped with a full range of surgical and specialist Ophthalmology equipment in a dedicated Ophthalmology theatre including slit lamps, AMO Whitestar Phaco, tonometers, operating microscope, Fundus camera, indirect Ophthalmoscopes, and high-resolution ocular ultrasound.
In addition to this, we have an onsite CT scanner, digital X-ray, a range of videoscopes & fibre bronchoscope, rigid endoscopes, laparoscopy & thoracoscopy equipment, multiple capnographs & multiparameter monitors & ultrasound.

  We also have a dedicated Surgical Nurse who is experienced in anaesthetic blocks and many of the nursing team are certificate holders with special interests.

 
Resilience with an ability to stay focused, despite the odd setback and challenge.
Membership of the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons or be eligible for membership.
A UK recognised veterinary qualification and clinical experience as a First Opinion Veterinary Surgeon.
We would be particularly keen to hear from you if you are an Advanced Practitioner or training towards that qualification.

 
In addition to a competitive base salary, you will benefit from:
Work-life balance
~6 weeks annual leave inclusive of bank holidays
~ Your birthday as a paid day off
~ Private medical insurance
~ Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay
~ Cycle to Work scheme
~ Initiatives focused on employee wellbeing
~ Learning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia Academy
Access to Vetlexicon – our online encyclopaedia provider
Quality Improvement Programme
Pawsome Benefits – reward gateway giving discounts and cashback with 100’s of retailers
Pension – 5% Employee/3% Employer
Discounted staff pet care
South Devon Veterinary Hospital & Referrals has an exciting opportunity for a Veterinary Ophthalmologist to join our team

You will be an integral member of our small but passionate Ophthalmology team and will be working closely with our highly experienced Diplomat ECVO Ophthalmologist Jim Carter to deliver a first-class service. You will be aided in clinical expertise and surgical skills so that you will be able to manage the most difficult cases.
Abbotskerswell developed around the growing of apples for cider making and having converted the Old Cider Works into our purpose-built Hospital and Referral Centre, we opened our doors in 2009.
Newtown Abbot is a superb market town to explore, and nearby are beaches, great seaside amusements and wide open stretches of countryside full of foot paths and cycle routes with stunning views.
The M5 Motorway is just minutes away from the practice, as is the train station, with direct trains to Exeter, Bristol, London, and into Cornwall. We accept referrals in Ophthalmology, Orthopaedics, CT scanning, and Cardiology, and our highly experienced nursing team are on hand 24 hours a day for in-patient care. The practice is exceptionally well-equipped with a full range of surgical and specialist Ophthalmology equipment in a dedicated Ophthalmology theatre including slit lamps, AMO Whitestar Phaco, tonometers, operating microscope, Fundus camera, indirect Ophthalmoscopes, and high-resolution ocular ultrasound.
In addition to this, we have an onsite CT scanner, digital X-ray, a range of videoscopes & fibre bronchoscope, rigid endoscopes, laparoscopy & thoracoscopy equipment, multiple capnographs & multiparameter monitors & ultrasound.

  We also have a dedicated Surgical Nurse who is experienced in anaesthetic blocks and many of the nursing team are certificate holders with special interests.

 
Resilience with an ability to stay focused, despite the odd setback and challenge.
Membership of the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons or be eligible for membership.
A UK recognised veterinary qualification and clinical experience as a First Opinion Veterinary Surgeon.
We would be particularly keen to hear from you if you are an Advanced Practitioner or training towards that qualification.

 
In addition to a competitive base salary, you will benefit from:
Work-life balance
~6 weeks annual leave inclusive of bank holidays
~ Your birthday as a paid day off

Well-being
Private medical insurance
Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay
Cycle to Work scheme
Initiatives focused on employee wellbeing
Generous CPD allowance
Learning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia Academy
Access to Vetlexicon – our online encyclopaedia provider
Quality Improvement Programme
5000 relocation allowance
~ Pawsome Benefits – reward gateway giving discounts and cashback with 100’s of retailers
~ Pension – 5% Employee/3% Employer
~ Discounted staff pet care


As a Disability Confident Employer, we are keen to hear from candidates with disabilities and long-term health conditions and would be happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process.
Speak to Ciaran Connolly from our recruitment team who would be happy to help you with any questions you have before applying for this role.