Veterinary Surgeon - Equine

British Veterinary Association; Scotland; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Equine Veterinary Surgeon to join their supportive team in Aberdeenshire. This full-time role offers a unique opportunity to work in a well-equipped practice, focusing on lameness and diverse equine cases. Enjoy a flexible working environment with a strong emphasis on work-life balance, including generous annual leave and professional development support. With a commitment to high-quality care and a collaborative team atmosphere, this position is perfect for those passionate about animal welfare and veterinary excellence. Experience the beauty of Aberdeenshire while advancing your career in a fulfilling role.

Benefits

6.8 weeks annual leave

Private Medical Insurance

CPD allowance

Pension scheme

Cycle to Work

Pet treatment discounts

24/7 Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Experience in equine veterinary practice with a focus on lameness.
• Ability to handle a varied caseload from family ponies to competition horses.

Responsibilities

• Perform ambulatory work, vaccinations, and diagnostics.
• Develop treatment plans and provide emergency care.

Skills

Equine Veterinary Skills

Lameness Diagnosis

Emergency Care

Ambulatory Work

Education

Veterinary Degree

Tools

Portable DR Radiography

Ultrasound Scanners

Video Arthroscopy/Endoscopy

Job description

Salary up to £65,000 DOE plus Relocation Allowance up to £8,000!

Experienced Equine Vet with Lameness Bias: Join Our Team in Aberdeenshire!

Are you an experienced Equine Vet seeking a new challenge? Ardene House Veterinary Practice offers a rare opportunity for a motivated Equine Veterinary Surgeon to join our supportive, close-knit team in Kingswells, Aberdeen. This permanent role provides variety, clinical freedom, and the chance to work in one of the best-equipped equine practices in northeast Scotland.

A role tailored to your clinical interests

We understand work-life balance is important. The full-time position involves up to 40 hours per week with flexible working patterns. Our current out-of-hours rota is 1:8, supported by a dedicated on-call vet, with a half day off after a weeknight on-call and a Friday off following a weekend on-call. We are happy to accommodate your preferred working hours.

You will handle a varied caseload, from family ponies to elite competition horses, with opportunities to focus on lameness. Our team and diagnostic tools support your clinical passions. Responsibilities include ambulatory work, vaccinations, dentistry, diagnostics, emergency care, and developing treatment plans. We also receive referrals from across the region, including Scottish islands, for complex cases.

Why Ardene House?

Our modern, purpose-built equine unit is equipped with seven stables, trot-up areas, outdoor school, treatment room, stocks, knockdown box, and surgical theatre. We have advanced diagnostic and therapeutic equipment like portable DR radiography, ultrasound scanners, lasers, and video arthroscopy/endoscopy. Join a collaborative, friendly team of international vets, nursing assistants, and staff who value high-quality care and open communication. We support your professional development with internal expertise, visiting specialists, CPD activities, journal clubs, and case discussions.

Living in Aberdeenshire offers peaceful countryside and city amenities. Enjoy outdoor activities like paddleboarding, hiking in the Cairngorms, or relaxing at Balmedie Beach. Aberdeen City provides cultural venues, restaurants, and shopping, perfect for your leisure time.

Because our people matter

We invest in our team and facilities. Benefits include:

• Work-life balance: 6.8 weeks annual leave including bank holidays, plus birthday leave.
• Wellbeing: Private Medical Insurance, 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, family-friendly policies, colleague wellbeing initiatives.
• Development: £1250 CPD allowance, paid CPD leave, certificate support, online resources, research funding, Care Fund, infection control, quality improvement programs.
• Professional Memberships: BVA, VDS, RCVS fees covered.
• Colleague Benefits: Pension scheme with employer contribution, Cycle to Work, Green Cars, discounts, pet treatment discounts.