Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon — Growth & CPD Opportunities

Ivc; Macmerry; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday allowance

Private medical insurance

Enhanced family leave and pay

RCVS/BVA fees covered

Cycle to Work scheme

Green Car scheme

Pet care discounts

Job summary

Animals 1st in East Lothian is seeking a Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon for a full-time, 12-month FTC. You'll join a supportive team with high clinical standards and a varied caseload of consultations and surgery.

You'll work 40 hours per week (Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri 8am-6pm) with no out-of-hours commitment, benefiting from a collaborative environment, modern facilities, and development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Veterinary degree and registration with the RCVS.
• Experience in clinical practice with growing confidence in routine medical and surgical cases.
• Strong communication skills and ability to build relationships with clients and colleagues.
• Proactive approach to learning, with openness to feedback and development.
• Professionalism, reliability and ability to work independently and in a team.
• 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

Teamwork

Professionalism

Willingness to learn

Education

Veterinary degree and RCVS registration

Job description

Animals 1st in East Lothian is seeking a Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon for a full-time, 12-month FTC. You'll join a supportive team with high clinical standards and a varied caseload of consultations and surgery.

You'll work 40 hours per week (Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri 8am-6pm) with no out-of-hours commitment, benefiting from a collaborative environment, modern facilities, and development opportunities.