Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal

Shore Veterinary Centre; Gourock; On-site; GBP 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

6.8 weeks holiday

Private medical insurance

Cycle to Work

RCVC/RCVS fees

Retail discounts

Job summary

Shore Veterinary Centre in Gourock is seeking an experienced Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon for our friendly first‑opinion practice by the coast. You will manage routine consultations, surgery and dentistry with occasional sole charge to cover holidays, enjoying a varied clinical caseload and building strong client relationships.

Join a supportive, experienced team with diverse clinical interests and a commitment to ongoing professional development.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine consultations, surgeries and dentistry.
• Occasionally cover sole charge to support holidays.

Job description

Join a Supportive Practice by the Coast

We're looking for an experienced Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon to join our friendly first‑opinion practice in the picturesque coastal town of Gourock.

This is an excellent opportunity for a confident, experienced GP vet who enjoys all aspects of first‑opinion practice. You'll be comfortable with routine consultations, surgery and dentistry, with occasional sole charge to cover holidays. Your time will be well balanced between consulting and procedures, giving you the opportunity to build strong client relationships while enjoying a varied clinical caseload.

We pride ourselves on working cases up thoroughly and providing excellent continuity of care, with a loyal client base and plenty of opportunity to investigate more complex cases. Whether your interests lie in medicine, surgery or another area of general practice, you'll be supported to continue developing your skills and clinical interests.

Working Pattern & Flexibility

This is a full‑time position working 39 hours over a four‑day week (8:30am-6:30pm), with 1 in 4 Saturday mornings (8:30am-12:30pm). There are no out‑of‑hours commitments, with Vets Now Glasgow providing emergency and out‑of‑hours cover.

We're also happy to consider part‑time or flexible working for the right candidate, as we recognise the importance of achieving a healthy work‑life balance.

Team, Facilities & Culture

You’ll be joining a small, experienced and welcoming team that genuinely enjoys working together. Collaboration is at the heart of the practice, with regular case discussions, team meetings and a strong focus on continuous quality improvement. Our veterinary team has a range of clinical interests, including a certificate holder in Small Animal Medicine, while our highly experienced nursing team includes a certificate holder in Nutrition and another nurse currently undertaking an Anaesthesia Certificate.

We actively encourage further professional development and are always keen to support new clinical interests and certificate study.

Our modern facilities include:

• Digital radiography
• New dental radiography
• Ultrasound
• Multi‑parameter monitoring
• Bair Hugger patient warming system
• Well‑equipped first‑opinion surgical and consulting facilities

Life in Gourock

Located on Scotland's stunning west coast, Gourock offers an exceptional lifestyle with breathtaking views across the River Clyde, beautiful coastal walks and nearby beaches all on your doorstep. The practice benefits from excellent transport links, with regular rail services into Glasgow and ferry connections across to Argyll, making it easy to enjoy both city life and Scotland's spectacular west coast.

For those who enjoy an active lifestyle, Gourock is also home to one of the UK's only outdoor swimming pools, located just across the road from the practice-a unique local attraction that's perfect for making the most of the summer months.

How We’ll Support You

We’re committed to supporting your ongoing development and wellbeing. When you join us, you’ll benefit from:

• Clear career pathways with progression opportunities across primary care, referral, leadership, and specialist roles
• Funded learning and development including CPD allowance and access to IVC academy training centres & role‑relevant courses
• £1,250 Annual Care Fund for every vet
• Access to mentors, regional clinical coaches, and peer networks
• Support to develop clinical interests and expand your capabilities
• A collaborative, values‑led culture focused on care, community, and continuous improvement

What We Offer Our Team

• 6.8 weeks’ holiday including bank holidays
• Private medical insurance
• Enhanced family leave and pay across maternity, paternity, adoption and surrogacy
• BVA membership, VDS cover & RCVS fees
• Cycle to Work and Green Car schemes (eligibility applies)
• Retail discounts and cashback offers
• Reduced‑cost veterinary care for your own pets

Up to £60,000 DOE