Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon — Growth & Collaboration

Inspiring Vet Care; Macmerry; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

6.8 weeks’ holiday

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

Job summary

Inspiring Vet Care in East Lothian is seeking a Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon to join on a full-time, temporary basis. You will manage a varied caseload, perform routine surgeries, and be part of a collaborative clinical team focused on high standards of patient care.

The role offers a 40-hour week, no out-of-hours, and a salary up to £50,000 DOE with a 12-month FTC, in a modern, supportive practice environment with development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Veterinary degree and registration (or eligibility to register) with the RCVS.
• Experience in clinical practice with growing confidence in routine medical and surgical cases.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build relationships with clients and colleagues.
• Proactive approach to learning with openness to feedback and development.
• Professionalism, reliability and ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Passion for delivering excellent patient and client care.

Responsibilities

• Deliver consultations and manage a varied first opinion caseload.
• Perform routine surgical procedures and support medical work-ups.
• Contribute to inpatient care and continuity of cases.
• Work collaboratively within a supportive and experienced clinical team.
• Participate in a balanced mix of consulting and surgical duties.
• Support high standards of clinical care and client communication.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

RCVS registration

Job description

Inspiring Vet Care in East Lothian is seeking a Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon to join on a full-time, temporary basis. You will manage a varied caseload, perform routine surgeries, and be part of a collaborative clinical team focused on high standards of patient care.

The role offers a 40-hour week, no out-of-hours, and a salary up to £50,000 DOE with a 12-month FTC, in a modern, supportive practice environment with development opportunities.