Salary up to £65,000 DOE 

Kernow Vets are looking for a confident Equine Veterinary Surgeon to join our friendly and experienced team in Bodmin.

This is a varied ambulatory and clinic-based role, working with a wide range of cases from colic and lameness to wound management and sarcoid treatments. Our clients include everything from competition horses to happy hackers and breeders, ensuring no two days are the same.

You’ll be well supported by visiting specialists in surgery and equine dentistry, alongside excellent facilities including digital radiography, ultrasound, endoscopy, gastroscopy, surgical laser and portable X-ray equipment. Our site also offers access to hospital facilities, theatre, stocks, a lunge pen and stabling.

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. 
•    A full-time role is 40hrs per week over 4 days with a day off each week however we are also open to part time candidates 
•    Share of weekend and OOH rota 1:4 
•    The is a FTC for 9 months 

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
BEVA 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