On-Call Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal

VC Evidensia UK; Keith; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate On-Call Veterinary Surgeon to join their dedicated team. This role offers a unique opportunity to provide vital care to animals while enjoying a flexible work-life balance. With a rota designed to support both professional and personal goals, you'll thrive in a supportive environment. The position allows for remote work during on-call weeks, with accommodation provided if needed. Join a community-focused practice in the stunning Moray region, where your skills will make a significant impact on animal welfare and client satisfaction.

Benefits

Competitive salary up to £31,000

Up to £7,500 relocation allowance

Visa sponsorship for overseas candidates

6.8 weeks annual leave

Private Medical Insurance

Employee Assistance Programme

CPD allowance of £1250

Discounted treatment for own pets

Qualifications

• Must be a qualified veterinary surgeon with experience in emergency situations.
• Strong commitment to client care and community support is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide emergency veterinary care during on-call hours.
• Support local veterinary teams and respond to small animal emergencies.

Skills

Emergency veterinary care

Problem-solving skills

Client care

Education

Veterinary degree

Job description

On-Call Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal

Are you a confident small animal vet looking for a rewarding and flexible out-of-hours role in a stunning part of Scotland? We have a fantastic opportunity for a dedicated veterinary surgeon to help relaunch and develop our small animal emergency provision. This is an exciting chance to join a passionate team and deliver vital care to animals in need, all while enjoying a work-life balance that truly works for you.

This role is ideal for a vet who thrives in emergency situations and is confident working independently, whether at our well-equipped site or on-call from the comfort of their own home (or in our provided accommodation). You'll play a key part in supporting our local community and veterinary teams, with strong problem-solving skills and a genuine commitment to client care being essential.

We believe that delivering exceptional veterinary care shouldn't come at the expense of your personal wellbeing. That’s why we’ve created a rota that supports both your clinical goals and your lifestyle.

This role follows a one-week-on, three-weeks-off rota pattern, offering a perfect blend of fulfilling clinical exposure and extended personal time. Working from 6pm to 8am, Monday to Sunday, you’ll respond to small animal emergencies as needed. If you’re based locally, you can work from home; if not, accommodation is available to make your on-call week comfortable and convenient.

We’re also open to discussing a one-week-on, one-week-off pattern if preferred, with salary adjusted accordingly.

We’re proud to serve the Moray community, offering accessible, affordable, and personalised veterinary care. Having recently enhanced our large animal and equine out-of-hours support, we are now investing in small animal emergency services and want you to help shape that journey.

In addition to an incredible work-life balance, we offer:

• A competitive salary of up to £31,000 DOE (based on a one-week-on, three-weeks-off schedule)
• Up to £7,500 relocation allowance to support your move
• Visa sponsorship available for overseas candidates

Life in Moray

Based in the beautiful northeast of Scotland, Moray offers an enviable quality of life. From the Cairngorms National Park to the Moray Firth coastline, outdoor adventures abound – whether it's hiking, canoeing, wildlife spotting or enjoying the famous whisky trail. With a welcoming local community and rich culture, it's the perfect backdrop for a fresh chapter in your veterinary career.

Work-life balance

• 6.8 weeks annual leave, inclusive of bank holidays
• Additional holiday entitlement for your birthday
• Private Medical Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programme: 24/7 confidential helpline
• Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay
• Initiatives focused on colleague wellbeing

Development

• £1250 CPD allowance with 40 hours paid CPD leave pro rata
• Certificate support
• Learning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia Academy
• Access to Vetlexicon – our online encyclopaedia provider
• All our Vets & Nurses can apply for research funding
• All our Vets get £1250 per annum to spend via our Care Fund
• Infection Prevention and Control Programme
• Quality Improvement Programme

Professional Memberships

• BVA membership
• VDS cover
• RCVS fees
• Company pension scheme. IVC Evidensia will make a contribution as well
• Supporting a greener commute to work with a Cycle to Work scheme and Green Cars Scheme, subject to eligibility criteria
• Voluntary benefits: we give you the flexibility to choose from a range of voluntary benefits to suit you
• Access to discounts/cashback with hundreds of participating retailers
• Discounted treatment for your own pets at an IVC Evidensia practice

Seafield Veterinary Group, Keith

144 Land Street, Keith, AB55 5DL, United Kingdom

At IVC Evidensia we are committed to Diversity, Equality, Inclusion and Belonging, we are keen to hear from candidates from all minority and diverse groups. As a Disability Confident Employer, we are keen to hear from candidates with disabilities and long-term health conditions and would be happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process.

Any questions before applying?

Speak to Taylor Findlay from our recruitment team who would be happy to help you with any questions you have before applying for this role.