Veterinary Surgeon - Equine with Lameness Bias

Ardene House Veterinary Practice; Scotland; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking equine veterinary practice in Aberdeenshire, where you can thrive in a supportive environment. This full-time role offers a competitive salary and a relocation allowance, allowing you to focus on your passion for equine care. With a strong emphasis on work-life balance, flexible hours, and access to advanced diagnostic tools, you'll enjoy a varied caseload while being part of a collaborative team. Experience the beauty of the Scottish countryside and the vibrant culture of Aberdeen while making a meaningful impact on the lives of horses and their owners.

Benefits

6.8 weeks annual leave

Private Medical Insurance

Employee Assistance Programme

£1250 CPD allowance

Company pension scheme

Cycle to Work scheme

Discounted pet treatment

Voluntary benefits

Qualifications

• Experienced in equine veterinary surgery with a focus on lameness.
• Strong background in emergency care and diagnostics.

Responsibilities

• Perform ambulatory work, vaccinations, and emergency care.
• Develop thorough treatment plans and manage complex cases.

Skills

Equine Veterinary Surgery

Lameness Diagnosis

Emergency Care

Dentistry

Education

Veterinary Degree

Tools

Portable DR Radiography

Ultrasound Scanners

Surgical Theatre Equipment

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 are proud to offer a rare opportunity for an experienced and motivated Equine Veterinary Surgeon to join our supportive and close-knit team in Kingswells, Aberdeen. This is a permanent role that offers variety, clinical freedom, and the chance to work in one of the best-equipped equine practices in the northeast of Scotland.

A role tailored to your clinical interests

We understand that life outside of work is just as important, and we’re happy to tailor the rota to suit your lifestyle and preferences. The full-time position includes working up to 40 hours per week with flexible working patterns to help you achieve a great work-life balance. Our current out-of-hours rota is 1:8, supported by a dedicated on-call vet, with a half day off following a weeknight on-call and a Friday off after a weekend on-call. Whether you’re looking to fix your hours or would prefer some flexibility, we’re keen to find the right solution for you.

You’ll enjoy a varied and rewarding caseload, from much-loved family ponies to elite competition horses. There is ample opportunity to focus on your clinical passions, particularly in lameness, with the full support of the team and access to excellent diagnostic tools. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include ambulatory work, vaccinations, dentistry, diagnostics, emergency care, and developing thorough treatment plans. We also receive referrals from across the region, including the Scottish islands, giving you the chance to work on more complex and interesting cases.

Why Ardene House?

Our modern, purpose-built equine unit at Ardene House is equipped to support best clinical practice, with seven stables, dedicated trot-up areas, a synthetic surface outdoor school, treatment room, stocks, knockdown box, and a fully equipped surgical theatre. We also offer a wide range of advanced diagnostic and therapeutic equipment, including portable DR radiography, multiple ultrasound scanners, surgical and rehab lasers, and video arthroscopy and endoscopy. You’ll be joining a truly collaborative and friendly team of international equine vets, nursing assistants, and office staff who share a passion for delivering high-quality care in a supportive, inclusive environment. With open communication, clinical discussions, and a healthy dose of humour at the heart of our culture, you’ll be supported by colleagues with advanced qualifications in internal medicine, dentistry, and ECC, alongside visiting specialists and regular CPD activities such as journal clubs and case discussions.

Working in Aberdeenshire offers the perfect blend of peaceful countryside living and convenient access to city life. From paddleboarding along the coast to hiking in the Cairngorms or taking a relaxing stroll on Balmedie Beach, the region is a paradise for nature lovers. At the same time, Aberdeen City offers a vibrant cultural scene with theatres, galleries, restaurants, and shopping, giving you plenty of options to enjoy your time off and feel part of a thriving community.

Because our people matter

We recognise that our people are fundamental to the success of our business. Investing in our people, premises and processes is at the heart of what we do. In addition to a competitive base salary, you will benefit from -

Work-life balance

*6.8 weeks annual leave, inclusive of bank holidays

*Additional holiday entitlement for your birthday

Wellbeing

*Private Medical Insurance

*Employee Assistance Programme: 24/7 confidential helpline

*Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay

*Initiatives focused on colleague wellbeing

Development

*£1250 CPD allowance with 40 hours paid CPD leave pro rata

*Certificate support

*Learning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia Academy

*Access to Vetlexicon - our online encyclopaedia provider

*All our Vets & Nurses can apply for research funding

*All our Vets get £1250 per annum to spend via our Care Fund

*Infection Prevention and Control Programme

*Quality Improvement Programme

Professional Memberships

*BVA membership

*VDS cover

*RCVS fees

Colleague Benefits

*Company pension scheme. IVC Evidensia will make a contribution as well

*Supporting a greener commute to work with a Cycle to Work scheme and Green Cars Scheme, subject to eligibility criteria

*Voluntary benefits: we give you the flexibility to choose from a range of voluntary benefits to suit you

*Access to discounts/cashback with hundreds of participating retailers

*Discounted treatment for your own pets at an IVC Evidensia practice

Up to £65,000 DOE