Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal

OverviewVeterinary Surgeon - Small Animal role at IVC Evidensia UK. Based at our RCVS-accredited hospital in Loanhead, with occasional work at a branch practice. Salary up to £65,000 DOE plus up to £2,500 Relocation Allowance. The role offers a varied caseload including consultations, surgery, and inpatient care, allowing you to develop and apply skills across all areas of small animal practice. We are looking for an enthusiastic, motivated vet who thrives in a team environment and is committed to delivering excellent patient and client care.

Responsibilities

Provide high-quality patient care across small animal practice, including consultations, surgery, diagnostics, and inpatient care.

Collaborate with the hospital team and participate in in-house emergency service; share out-of-hours and weekend cover as part of a self-managed rota.

Support training and development in areas such as laparoscopic surgery; contribute to a culture of continuous improvement.

Maintain hospital standards and work within an RCVS-accredited environment to deliver excellent clinical care.

Working patternIdeally a full-time role, typically based on a four-day working week (40 hours). Flexibility with rota patterns and the option for additional night work for those with an interest in emergency and critical care. We aim to find a pattern that fits the team and lifestyle.

What we offer

Private Medical Insurance

Employee Assistance Programme: 24/7 confidential helpline

Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay

£1,250 CPD allowance with 40 hours paid CPD leave pro rata

Certificate support and learning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia Academy

Access to Vetlexicon online resource; opportunities for research funding

Care Fund: £1,250 per annum for Vets to spend

Infection Prevention and Control Programme; Quality Improvement Programme

RCVS fees and BVA/VDS memberships

Company pension and cycle to work/green car schemes (subject to eligibility)

Discounts for your own pets and other voluntary benefits

Requirements

Qualified Veterinary Surgeon with enthusiasm for small animal practice and client/patient care excellence.

Ability to work well in a team-based environment; interest in emergency and critical care is welcome.

Experience in a clinical hospital setting is advantageous; willingness to develop skills across diagnostics, surgery, and in-patient care.

Salary information: up to £65,000 DOE plus relocation allowance. Position location: Loanhead, Scotland, with occasional branch work. This role is part of IVC Evidensia ..... full job details .....