Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal

Links Veterinary Group, Haddington; Haddington; On-site; GBP 59,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CPD allowance

Mentors and coaching

Career progression pathways

Holiday allowance

Job summary

Links Veterinary Group in East Lothian seeks an experienced Veterinary Surgeon to join a friendly, progressive small animal team. You’ll manage cases from admission to discharge with strong support from a dedicated out-of-hours service and modern facilities.

The role offers around 42.5 hours per week, with 8.5-hour shifts, a 1 in 10 out-of-hours weekend rota, and a focus on high standards and teamwork. A full UK driving licence and vehicle access are beneficial for occasional branch work.

Job description

Explore your full potential

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Veterinary Surgeon to join the friendly and progressive team at Links Veterinary Group in beautiful East Lothian. We're looking for an experienced small animal vet who enjoys working cases through from start to finish and wants to be part of a collaborative team committed to delivering exceptional patient care. With our own dedicated out-of-hours service and excellent clinical facilities, you'll have the opportunity to follow your patients' journey while enjoying a varied caseload and strong team support.

Whether you're looking to continue developing your clinical skills, have an interest in emergency and critical care, or simply want to work within a practice that values high standards and teamwork, we'd love to hear from you.

Flexibility that fits your lifestyle

We understand that work-life balance is essential to helping you thrive both inside and outside of work. This full-time position is based around 42.5 hours per week, including a one-hour lunch break, with 8.5-hour shifts Monday to Friday. Start times vary between 7:30am and 12:00pm, offering variety throughout the week.

You'll also take part in a 1 in 10 out-of-hours weekend rota, working 7:45am-8:15pm as sole charge, with generous time off in lieu provided. Thanks to our dedicated night team of vets and nurses, continuity of care is maintained, allowing you to see cases through while enjoying excellent clinical support.

Find a place to excel

Links Veterinary Group is a busy and progressive small animal practice with an excellent reputation for delivering high-quality patient care. We pride ourselves on providing continuity of care through our own dedicated out-of-hours service, allowing our clinical team to manage cases from admission through to discharge.

Our well-equipped facilities include:

• Two fully equipped operating theatres
• Dedicated dental suite
• Dedicated imaging suite with digital radiography, ultrasound and endoscopy
• Separate cat and dog wards
• Isolation kennels and observation facilities
• Visiting Orthopaedic Surgeon
• Ophthalmology referral service

We actively encourage clinical discussion through regular meetings and practice briefings, creating an environment where knowledge is shared, ideas are welcomed and patient care is continually improving.

Our team and culture

You'll become part of a supportive and close-knit team that enjoys working together and delivering the very best outcomes for patients and clients alike. We're looking for a Veterinary Surgeon who is confident managing their own caseload while appreciating the value of teamwork and collaboration. An interest in emergency and critical care would be highly advantageous, given our established out-of-hours service.

Professional development is actively encouraged, with support available for:

• Certificate study
• Clinical CPD
• Individual career progression pathways

Discover East Lothian

Located in the heart of stunning East Lothian, you'll have some of Scotland's most beautiful beaches, coastal walks and countryside right on your doorstep, while still being just 20 minutes from Edinburgh. It offers the perfect balance of outdoor lifestyle and city convenience. Please note that a full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle are essential, as occasional branch work across East Lothian may be required.

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 £65,000 DOE