Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal
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Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal
[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal], Nigg Kirk, Scotland – Full Time, Part Time, Flexible – Up to £70,000 DOE
[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] are excited to welcome an experienced Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon to join their friendly, fast-paced, multi-site team in Aberdeen. This is a varied role combining consulting and surgery across well-established branch practices, offering the opportunity to work within a supportive and collaborative clinical network.
Practice Highlights
- 4 first-opinion small animal branches across Aberdeen
- Supported by Aberdeen Veterinary Referrals for advanced case management
- Experienced team of 11 Veterinary Surgeons and 13 Registered Veterinary Nurses
- Additional support from 10 Student Nurses and Veterinary Care Assistants
- Internal Medicine certificate holder within the team
- Interest in exotics supported within practice
- Well-equipped sites with ultrasound, digital x-ray (including dental), and in-house labs
- Multiple consulting rooms, theatres, and dedicated prep areas
- Strong focus on clinical development with ongoing investment in equipment and services
About [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]
[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] 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 [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal], 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.
How You’ll Make a Difference
- Deliver high-quality consultations, diagnostics, and surgical procedures
- Work across multiple branch sites within a collaborative team environment
- Manage a varied caseload including both routine and more complex cases
- Work confidently in periods of sole charge while maintaining high clinical standards
- Contribute to team knowledge sharing and clinical development
You Might Be a Great Fit If…
- A Veterinary degree and registration (or eligibility to register) with the RCVS
- Experience in small animal clinical practice with confidence in routine surgery and medicine
- Strong communication skills and the ability to build client relationships
- A proactive and positive approach to teamwork and learning
- Confidence working independently when required
How We’ll Support You
- Clear career pathways with progression opportunities
- Funded learning and development including CPD allowance and access to IVC academy training centres
- £1,250 annual Care Fund for every vet
- Access to mentors, regional clinical coaches, and peer networks
- Support to develop clinical interests
- Collaborative, values-led culture
What We Offer Our Team
- 6.8 weeks’ holiday including bank holidays
- Private medical insurance
- Enhanced family leave and pay
- BVA membership, VDS cover & RCVS fees
- Cycle to Work and Green Car schemes
- Retail discounts and cashback offers
- Reduced-cost veterinary care for your own pets
At [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] we are committed to Diversity, Equality, Inclusion and Belonging. As a Disability Confident Employer, we are keen to hear from candidates with disabilities and long-term health conditions.
For questions, contact Taylor Findlay: [contact hidden]
Location: Nigg Kirk Hall, Nigg Kirk Road, AB12 3DB, United Kingdom