Clinical Veterinary Surgeon 2
Job Description
Job Summary
An exciting opportunity for a veterinarian to join our dedicated team passionate about animal welfare. We are a growing group of 5 vets plus support staff based at the pre clinical facility in Elphinstone, Tranent (close to Edinburgh). As a deputy Named Veterinary Surgeon under the Animals (Scientific Procedures) Act, you will provide clinical care services for a diverse mix of laboratory and farm animal species, ensuring the highest standards of welfare, ethical consideration, and compliance.
Responsibilities
- Act as deputy Named Veterinary Surgeon in accordance with the Animals (Scientific Procedures) Act.
- Provide clinical care services to a broad range of species at the Tranent site.
- Advocate for animals and ensure delivery of the highest standards of welfare and ethical practice, in association with the Animal Welfare and Ethical Review Body.
- Assist in the conduct of clinical work site wide, including medical and surgical case management, and support studies by providing specialist veterinary services in areas such as anaesthesia, surgery, and ophthalmology.
- Participate in an out of hours on call rota.
Job Qualifications
- Eligibility for membership of the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons and relevant clinical work experience.
- Graduated with a Veterinary degree, with solid observational and fine motor skills.
- Established skills in medicine and surgery transferable to the species you will work with and a drive to expand your skillset.
- Confidence and ability to communicate effectively with internal and external clients and regulatory bodies.
- Previous experience in the laboratory animal field advantageous, though full training will be provided.
Benefits
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Commitment to your training and development, including opportunities to undertake, publish and present relevant personal research.
