On-Call Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal

Inspiring Vet Care; Inverurie; On-site; GBP 18,600 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation allowance

Vehicle provided

Accommodation provided

Job summary

Inspiring Vet Care in Moray, Scotland, invites a confident Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon to join our developing out-of-hours SA emergency service as we relaunch and expand. This role focuses on high-quality urgent care within a supportive, forward-thinking practice and offers an excellent work-life balance in a stunning region.

You’ll work independently during on-call periods with access to clinical support, manage a varied emergency caseload, and contribute to the ongoing development of the

Qualifications

• Vet degree and registration (or eligibility) with the RCVS.
• Experience in small animal emergency care is desirable.
• Able to work independently during on-call periods with clinical support available.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality emergency and urgent care for small animals.
• Work independently during on-call periods with appropriate clinical support.
• Manage a varied emergency caseload including medical and surgical cases.
• Contribute to development and improvement of the out-of-hours service.
• Support the local veterinary community with reliable emergency cover.
• Participate in a 1 week on / 3 weeks off rota (or alternative pattern).

Skills

Emergency care

Problem solving

Education

RCVS registration

Job description

Salary up to £31,000 (1 week on / 3 weeks off) + £7,500 Relocation Allowance + Vehicle + Accommodation Provided

We are looking for a confident Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon to join our team in Moray in an exciting out-of-hours role as we relaunch and develop our small animal emergency provision.

This is a unique opportunity to shape and deliver high-quality emergency care within a supportive and forward-thinking practice, while enjoying an exceptional work-life balance in a stunning part of Scotland.

You will play a key role in providing urgent and emergency care to the local community, working independently while being supported by a wider team and well-equipped facilities. This role is ideal for a vet who is confident in emergency situations, enjoys problem-solving, and is committed to delivering excellent patient and client care.

Practice Highlights

• Developing small animal out-of-hours emergency service within a wider mixed practice group


• Opportunity to help shape and grow the SA emergency provision


• Well-equipped site with access to clinical support and facilities during on-call periods


• Option to work from home locally during on-call weeks, or use provided accommodation


• Strong integration with wider practice teams including farm and equine emergency services


• Supportive structure with clear clinical backup pathways


• Focus on high-quality emergency and urgent care delivery

About Inspiring Vet Care

Inspiring vet care 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. 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. Through investment in learning, innovation, and wellbeing, we create environments where our teams can grow in confidence, capability, and fulfilment—at every stage of their career.

How You’ll Make a Difference

• Provide high-quality emergency and urgent care for small animal patients


• Work independently during on-call periods with appropriate clinical support available


• Manage a varied emergency caseload, including medical and surgical presentations


• Contribute to the development and improvement of the out-of-hours service


• Support the local veterinary community through reliable emergency cover


• Participate in a 1 week on / 3 weeks off rota (or alternative agreed pattern)

Working Pattern

• 1 week on, 3 weeks off rota


• Monday-Thursday: 6pm-8am


• Friday 6pm-Monday 8am


• Daytime (8am-1pm Saturday) covered by practice


• Option for 1 week on / 1 week off with adjusted salary


• Accommodation provided during working weeks or option to work from home if local

Life in Moray

Based in the beautiful northeast of Scotland, Moray offers an outstanding quality of life surrounded by natural beauty. From the Cairngorms National Park to the Moray Firth coastline, the area is perfect for outdoor enthusiasts, with opportunities for hiking, cycling, wildlife watching, canoeing, and exploring the whisky trail. The region also offers a welcoming local community and a relaxed lifestyle, making it an ideal setting for a rewarding veterinary career alongside excellent work-life balance.

You Might Be a Great Fit If…

• A Veterinary degree and registration (or eligibility) with the RCVS


• Confidence in managing emergency and critical care cases independently


• Strong clinical decision-making and problem-solving skills


• Excellent communication and client care abilities


• A calm, adaptable, and resilient approach to out-of-hours work

How We’ll Support You

• Clear career pathways with progression opportunities across primary care, referral, leadership, and specialist roles


• Funded learning and development including CPD allowance and access to IVC academy training centres & role-relevant courses


• £1,250 annual Care Fund for every vet


• Access to mentors, regional clinical coaches, and peer networks


• Support to develop clinical interests and expand your capabilities


• A collaborative, values-led culture focused on care, community, and continuous improvement

What We Offer Our Team

• 6.6 weeks’ holiday including bank holidays


• Private medical insurance


• Enhanced family leave and pay across maternity, paternity, adoption and surrogacy


• BVA membership, VDS cover & RCVS fees


• Cycle to Work and Green Car schemes (eligibility applies)


• Retail discounts and cashback offers


• Reduced-cost veterinary care for your own pets

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

Up to £31,000 DOE