Specialist in Small Animal Neurology

MARS Veterinary; Livingston; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5 weeks holiday

RCVS fees paid

External CPD funded

Linnaeus CPD program

Career progression opportunities

Staff discount schemes

Life Assurance

Enhanced sickness pay

Enhanced equal family leave

Cycle to work scheme

Employer pension contribution

Job summary

Veterinary Specialists Scotland (VSS) invites a Neurology Specialist to join our established referral team in Livingston. Working alongside two neurology clinicians, you will develop clinical interests, contribute to the future direction of the service and benefit from a supportive multidisciplinary environment.

Our facility offers high-end imaging and neurodiagnostic capabilities, with a focus on complex case management, patient outcomes and collaboration across anaesthesia, imaging and

Qualifications

• European or American board-certified neurologists preferred.
• Applications from clinicians who have completed an accredited residency.
• Desire to contribute to a developing neurology service.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied referral neurology caseload and develop clinical interests.
• Contribute to service development, clinical pathways and collaborative decision-making.
• Work with colleagues in anaesthesia, imaging and other referral disciplines.
• Maintain high standards of communication and patient outcomes.

Skills

Board-certified neurologist

Education

Residency completion

Job description

European or American board-certified neurologists preferred; applications also welcome from clinicians who have completed an accredited residency.

We’re looking for an enthusiastic Neurology Specialist to join our established team at Veterinary Specialists Scotland. Working alongside two existing neurology clinicians, you’ll have the opportunity to develop your clinical interests, contribute to the future direction of the service and enjoy the support of an experienced multidisciplinary team.

VSS is a purpose-built, multidisciplinary referral hospital where collaboration, clinical standards and thoughtful service development matter. We offer the facilities and colleagues to support complex case management, alongside the opportunity to help shape an ambitious neurology service.

The opportunity

• Manage a varied referral neurology caseload, with opportunities to develop your particular clinical and surgical interests.
• Contribute to service development, clinical pathways and collaborative decision-making.
• Work closely with colleagues in specialist anaesthesia, diagnostic imaging and other referral disciplines.
• Support high standards of communication, continuity of care and patient outcomes.

Facilities and clinical support

• High-field MRI and 64-slice CT scanners.
• C-arm fluoroscopy and GE LOGIQ E10 ultrasound.
• Neurogen electrodiagnostic equipment, including BAER and video EEG.
• Dedicated canine surgical ward, separate feline ward and a 24-hour staffed intensive care unit with oxygen cage.
• Fully equipped operating facilities, including a dedicated soft-tissue operating room with bacteriologically filtered, positive-pressure ventilation.

Our team and working environment

You’ll join two existing neurology clinicians within a friendly, collaborative referral team. Our wider services include canine and feline internal medicine, soft tissue surgery, orthopaedics and cardiology, supported by Specialist Anaesthetists and Diagnostic Imagers. Experienced referral nurses, veterinary care assistants and a dedicated client care team support patient care and hospital operations.

We value clinicians who share ideas, communicate clearly with colleagues and clients, and take an active role in improving the experience of patients, owners and referring veterinary practices.

Living in Scotland

VSS is based in Livingston, approximately 20 minutes from Edinburgh, 40 minutes from Glasgow and 15 minutes from Edinburgh Airport. It is an excellent base for city life, culture and restaurants, with the Scottish hills and coastline also within easy reach.

Benefits

• 5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays and Birthday Leave (Pro-rated for part-time)
• RCVS and VDS fees paid
• External CPD funded
• Extensive free online Linnaeus CPD program
• Career progression opportunities
• Staff discount schemes
• Life Assurance
• Enhanced sickness pay
• Enhanced equal family leave
• E-car salary sacrifice scheme
• Employer contribution pension scheme
• Wellness program including employee assistance program, eyecare voucher scheme, free annual flu jab
• Cycle to work scheme

About VSS

Veterinary Specialists Scotland is part of Linnaeus and Mars Veterinary Health. We are committed to clinical excellence, inclusion and collaboration, and to creating a better world for pets and the people who care for them.

Ready for your next challenge?

If you’re looking for a role offering meaningful clinical autonomy, the opportunity to help shape a developing neurology service and the support of an experienced multidisciplinary team, we’d love to hear from you.