Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon – Scone Surgery

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# Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon – Scone Surgery Veterinary Surgeon Thrums Vets, Scone, Perthshire, ScotlandWebsite Thrums Vets Dedicated professional care Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon – weekend consulting Location: Scone Surgery Reports to : Directors/ Senior Veterinary Surgeon Salary : £45 – 55 per hour (depending on experience and qualifications) Job type : Part-time Working Hours: Hours of work Saturday 12:00 – 17:00 and Sunday 09:00 – 17:00 (1 hour for lunch) per week on a fortnightly rotation. Job summary We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon to join our friendly and supportive practice. The successful candidate will provide high quality medical and surgical care to companion animals. You will play a key role in delivering exceptional patient care, promoting animal welfare, and building trusted relationships with clients. Key responsibilities Clinical car e Conduct consultations, clinical examinations, and health assessments for small animal patients. Diagnose and treat a wide range of medical conditions and injuries. Develop and implement appropriate treatment and preventative healthcare plans. Perform routine minor surgical procedures. Manage emergency and critical care cases as required. Prescribe and administer medications in accordance with professional guidelines. Interpret diagnostic tests, including blood work, radiography, ultrasound, and laboratory results. Preventative healthcare Deliver vaccination programmes and annual health checks. Advise clients on nutrition, parasite control, behaviour, and general pet care. Promote preventative healthcare initiatives to improve patient wellbeing. Client communication Explain diagnoses, treatment options, costs, and prognoses clearly and professionally. Provide compassionate support to clients during difficult decisions, including end of life care and euthanasia discussions. Maintain high standards of customer service and client satisfaction. Teamwork and leadership Work collaboratively within the team. Support and mentor junior colleagues and newly qualified veterinary surgeons where appropriate. Participate in clinical meetings and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives. Compliance and professional standards Maintain accurate and comprehensive clinical records. Ensure compliance with the standards of the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons. Adhere to practice protocols, health and safety regulations, and animal welfare legislation. Always uphold professional and ethical standards. Continuing professional development Engage in ongoing CPD activities to maintain and develop clinical knowledge and skills. Keep up to date with advancements in small animal medicine and surgery. Contribute to clinical audits and quality assurance programmes. Requirements Degree in Veterinary Medicine. Current registration with the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons. Strong clinical and surgical skills in small animal practice. Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities. Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team. Commitment to delivering outstanding patient care and animal welfare. Previous experience in small animal practice. Key competencies Clinical decision-making Surgical proficiency Compassion and empathy Attention to detail Problem-solving skills Time management Team collaboration Client relationship management Benefits Competitive salary based on experience. Generous CPD allowance and paid CPD leave. Professional fees paid (RCVS and VDS). Pension scheme. Annual leave entitlement. Employee Private Health Insurance. Enhanced Sick Pay. Career development and progression opportunities.Closing date Monday 20th July 2026 at 5.00pmSend your CV and covering email to