Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal

British Veterinary Association; Alexandria; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading veterinary practice in Alexandria is seeking a dedicated Veterinary Surgeon to manage a diverse caseload of medical and surgical cases. This permanent position offers a supportive work environment and opportunities for professional development. The ideal candidate will work flexible hours, participate in a friendly team, and has experience in veterinary medicine. Competitive benefits include annual leave, CPD allowance, and wellbeing initiatives.

Benefits

6.8 weeks annual leave

Private Medical Insurance

£1250 CPD allowance

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic and experienced Veterinary Surgeon needed.
• Ability to manage a diverse caseload including surgeries.
• Willingness to develop specific areas of interest.

Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse caseload including medical and surgical cases.
• Provide radiology and clinical consults.
• Develop area(s) of interest with support from the team.

Skills

Experience in veterinary surgery

Proficiency in medical and surgical procedures

Team collaboration

Education

Qualified Veterinary Surgeon

Tools

Digital radiology

Ultrasound

Dental equipment

Job description

Overview

Find your future McKenzie Vets is seeking an enthusiastic, experienced Veterinary Surgeon to join our friendly and supportive team on a permanent basis. We offer a diverse and interesting caseload, including a mix of medical and surgical cases such as routine neutering, pyometras, lump removals, GI foreign bodies and dentistry, as well as radiology and consults. If you have a particular area of interest, we would be happy to support you in developing this further.

We pride ourselves on the high standard of care we provide for our patients. We work with lovely clients and pets in a rural setting with a variety of patients of all breeds and sizes. We are small animal only but occasionally see exotics and work with otters and turtles of the Sea Life Centre. We have Silver Cat Friendly status and have achieved RCVS GP accreditation.

Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse caseload including medical and surgical cases (routine neutering, pyometras, lump removals, GI foreign bodies, dentistry).
• Provide radiology and clinical consults.
• Develop area(s) of interest with support from the team.

Work pattern and schedule

Work life balance that works for you

Our people are at the heart of what we do, and work-life balance is vital to support our people to be their best selves. We offer a flexible approach to rotas and working hours with 40 hours over 4 or 5 days per week, Saturday mornings shared on an equal rota, and flexible or part-time hours for the right candidate. No Out of Hours requirement.

Why join us?

We are located in Alexandria in the Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park, with charming villages, fantastic countryside, hills and mountains, and Loch Lomond for watersports. We are 30 minutes from Glasgow city centre with great transport links. The area offers Victorian and art nouveau architecture, cultural venues, thriving arts and a range of dining and shopping options.

Our practice is well equipped with the latest veterinary tools including a dental machine and dental x-ray, digital radiology, Idexx biochemistry and haematology, ultrasound and laser. Our team currently consists of four experienced vets, three RVNs (two with certificates) who run their own clinics and nurse-led initiatives. We have a dedicated theatre, prep area, kennels, and three consult rooms.

We think of McKenzie Vets as "small but mighty"—small enough to be like a family but mighty enough to make a difference. We participate in charity events such as the Glasgow Kilt Walk and enjoy team activities like the Great McKenzie Bake Off and our annual Christmas Fuddle.

Because our people matter

We recognise that our people are fundamental to the success of our business. In addition to a competitive base salary, you will benefit from:

Benefits

• 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
  • Cycle to Work scheme and Green Cars Scheme (subject to eligibility)
  • Voluntary benefits: flexible range to suit you
  • Discounts/cashback with participating retailers
  • Discounted treatment for your own pets at an IVC Evidensia practice