Veterinary Surgeon – Part Time

Job Description

Are you a dedicated small animal vet looking to join a supportive and collaborative team?

Imagine working in a friendly environment where your skills are valued, your professional growth is encouraged, and your wellbeing is a priority. This role offers you the chance to be part of a team that prides itself on delivering excellent patient care while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.

Join a well-established, purpose-built, RCVS-accredited small animal practice located in the heart of picturesque Perthshire, a region consistently ranked among the best places to live in the UK. This practice has built a strong reputation for exceptional patient care, long-standing client relationships, and a genuinely positive working environment. The team is proud to provide a 24-hour emergency service, ensuring continuity of care and allowing vets to manage cases from start to finish. This is a part time role and once time off in lieu is taken into account, the average daytime working week is approximately 29 hours.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide high-quality veterinary care to small animals
• Collaborate with a team of experienced vets and RVNs
• Manage occasional sole charge responsibilities
• Participate in a 1:5 out-of-hours rota
• Engage in continuous professional development

Skills and Experience:

• Experienced small animal vet
• Confidence in occasional sole charge
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Passion for delivering excellent patient care
• Interest in developing or pursuing a clinical specialty

The practice boasts state-of-the-art facilities, including six consulting rooms, a dedicated imaging suite, dental suite with digital radiography, two operating theatres, and advanced equipment such as Karl Storz laparoscopic tools and flexible endoscopy. The in-house laboratory is comprehensive, and the team includes specialists like an ACPAT Physiotherapist, pain consultant, behaviourist, and veterinary acupuncturist, promoting a holistic approach to patient care.

Benefits of Working with Us:

• Competitive salary up to £63,000, pro rata, depending on experience
• 6.8 weeks of annual leave
• Paid RCVS membership plus two additional professional memberships
• VDS cover and enhanced family leave policies
• Generous CPD allowance with certificate funding
• Health Cash Plan and optional private medical insurance
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Visa Sponsorship Available

You must be a qualified Veterinary Surgeon and eligible to register with the RCVS to be considered for this role.