Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal

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

Job description

Salary up to £65,000 DOE, Welcome Bonus up to £2,500 plus Relocation Allowance up to £2,500

Robson Vets in Laurencekirk are excited to welcome an enthusiastic and confident small animal vet to join our experienced and supportive team. As one of our current vets transitions to focus on Internal Medicine, we are seeking a new team member who thrives in a dynamic environment. We are a Tier 2 RCVS accredited practice with a branch in the scenic seaside town of Montrose, and we are proud to provide exceptional care to a variety of pets, including exotics!

What You'll Be Stepping Into

This role offers a diverse mix of consulting and operating, shared over a 4-day working week (up to 40 hours). Though we are a first-opinion practice, we pride ourselves on performing comprehensive in-house investigations, making use of and continuously building on the expertise within our team. We strongly support and encourage ongoing professional development, including studying toward advanced qualifications. We have excellent relationships with referral practices, and for more advanced procedures, we work with a visiting orthopaedic surgeon. While our out-of-hours services are covered by Vets Now in Aberdeen and Dundee, our dedicated nursing team remains on-site to care for in-patients around the clock when needed.

Our Facilities

Our practice is equipped with state-of-the-art tools, including digital dental and standard radiography, a cold laser, rigid and flexible endoscopes, and a recently upgraded ultrasound machine with a cardiac probe. We boast a fully equipped in-house laboratory with biochemistry, haematology, urinalysis, and cytology capabilities, with plans to add tabletop AI slide interpretation in the near future. Our facilities also include dedicated dog, cat, ICU, and isolation wards, 2 operating theatres, a dental suite, and an imaging room. We are proud to hold the ISFM Cat Friendly Silver award, are a Positive Pawprint Partner, and a PDSA Partner Practice.

Location and Lifestyle

Laurencekirk sits on the border between Angus and Aberdeenshire, offering an ideal balance of rural and urban living. You'll be just 30 minutes from Aberdeen and 40 minutes from Dundee, with quick access to the stunning landscapes of the Cairngorms, making it perfect for outdoor enthusiasts. Hillwalking, beaches (both sandy and rugged), and a host of other recreational activities are all within easy reach, allowing for a fantastic work-life balance.

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

1. 6.8 weeks annual leave, inclusive of bank holidays
2. Additional holiday entitlement for your birthday

Wellbeing

1. Private Medical Insurance
2. Employee Assistance Programme: 24/7 confidential helpline
3. Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay
4. Initiatives focused on colleague wellbeing

Development

1. £1250 CPD allowance with 40 hours paid CPD leave pro rata
2. Certificate support
3. Learning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia Academy
4. Access to Vetlexicon - our online encyclopaedia provider
5. All our Vets & Nurses can apply for research funding
6. All our Vets get £1250 per annum to spend via our Care Fund
7. Infection Prevention and Control Programme
8. Quality Improvement Programme

Professional Memberships

1. BVA membership
2. VDS cover
3. RCVS fees

Colleague Benefits

1. Company pension scheme. IVC Evidensia will make a contribution as well
2. Supporting a greener commute to work with a Cycle to Work scheme and Green Cars Scheme, subject to eligibility criteria
3. Voluntary benefits: we give you the flexibility to choose from a range of voluntary benefits to suit you
4. Access to discounts/cashback with hundreds of participating retailers
5. Discounted treatment for your own pets at an IVC Evidensia practice

Robson Vets, Laurencekirk

Laurencekirk Business Park, Laurencekirk, Aberdeenshire, AB30 1EY, United Kingdom

Animals treated

Small animals

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