Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon

Tay Valley Veterinary Centre; Perth; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

An established veterinary practice in beautiful Perthshire is seeking an experienced veterinarian to join their dedicated team. This role offers a supportive environment with a focus on clinical freedom and a positive work-life balance. The practice is well-equipped, ensuring you can provide excellent care to patients while enjoying the benefits of a well-managed schedule. With a generous salary range, ongoing professional development opportunities, and a variety of perks, this position is perfect for those passionate about animal care and looking to thrive in a collaborative setting. If you are ready to make a difference in the lives of animals and their owners, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

6.8 weeks annual leave

RCVS and VDS fees paid

Generous CPD allowance

Certificates funded

Enhanced sick pay

Optional private medical insurance

Free onsite parking

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in veterinary practice with strong clinical skills.
• Ability to work in a supportive team and manage client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality clinical care for small animals and equines.
• Build rapport with clients and support emergency care.

Skills

Veterinary Medicine

Clinical Care

Emergency Response

Client Communication

Education

Degree in Veterinary Medicine

RCVS Accreditation

Tools

Dental Suite

Imaging Suite

Anaesthetic Monitoring Equipment

Lab Equipment

Job description

Tay Valley Vets is an established, well equipped small animal and equine RCVS accredited practice. Our practice is in beautiful Perthshire, which has been voted the 5th best place to live in the UK.

You will be joining a friendly, dedicated team of vets, supported by a team of amazing skilled and capable RVNs, who keep the days running smoothly and provide an excellent standard of care to all patients. As a team we make every effort to create and maintain a positive working environment.

We are fully equipped with 6 consult rooms, an imaging suite, dental suite including dental x-ray, 2 theatres, endoscope, multiparameter machines and other anaesthetic monitoring equipment, as well as lab equipment allowing in house bloods, urinalysis and cytology. We have visiting specialists for orthopaedic and soft tissue surgery.

We are looking for an experienced vet to join our single site, purpose built practice. The ideal candidate will enjoy being part of a supportive team, building rapport with our long standing client base and thrive on providing a high level of clinical care for our patients. An exceptional new or recent graduate may also be considered.

Package

We can offer you:

• An approachable, experienced team who are excited to welcome a new vet to the practice.
• A forward thinking practice with clinical freedom. We are keen to do as much as possible in house and develop our interests.
• 2 trained VetGDP advisors.
• 1:5 OOH rota, with a day off after a weeknight on call and a long weekend after an on call weekend.
• Nurses are on site in the practice 24/7 for assisting with emergencies, triaging calls and for inpatient care.
• Good work/life balance with time back for any rare overtime worked and 3 days with 5pm finish.
• Well managed diary with 15 minute appointments as routine, and double appointments booked for complex cases. There are reserved book on day appointments for emergencies and we also have 30 minutes of catch up time factored in prior to finishing for the day.

Other benefits of working with us include:

• Salary of 35-63K depending on experience.
• 6.8 weeks annual leave.
• RCVS and VDS fees paid.
• Generous CPD allowance (no reasonable request refused!).
• Certificates funded and encouraged.
• Cost price for your own pets.
• Enhanced sick pay and maternity pay.
• Health shield.
• Optional private medical insurance.
• Recruitment referral rewards scheme.
• Free onsite parking.
• Cycle to work scheme.

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