Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal FTC

Provost Vet Group; St Andrews; On-site; GBP 47,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

A veterinary practice in St Andrews is seeking a dedicated Veterinary Surgeon for a 12-month contract to provide consultations and surgical procedures. You will be part of a friendly and supportive team, ensuring high-quality patient care with opportunities for professional development. The role includes flexible working hours and attractive benefits, including private medical insurance and CPD funding.

Benefits

6.8 weeks annual leave

Private Medical Insurance

CPD allowance of £1250

Company pension scheme

Cycle to Work scheme

Discounted pet treatment

Qualifications

• Registered Veterinary Surgeon with RCVS.
• Experience in both consultations and surgeries required.
• Ability to work as part of a team in a busy environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide consultations and surgical procedures for pets.
• Manage patient care and provide high-quality veterinary services.
• Support colleagues and participate in team development.

Skills

Consultation skills

Surgical skills

Teamwork

Excellent communication

Education

Degree in Veterinary Medicine

Job description

Overview

Start the rewarding career you deserve. Provost Veterinary Group is seeking a dedicated Veterinary Surgeon to join our friendly and supportive team in St Andrews on a 12‑month fixed‑term contract to cover maternity leave. This varied role involves a balance of consultations and surgical procedures, providing excellent opportunities to deliver high‑quality patient care within an experienced team.

Rota patterns that work for you

Our people are at the heart of everything we do – that’s why we know that work‑life balance is vital in supporting our people to be their best selves. Our flexible approach to rota patterns and working hours offers a balance that truly flexes with you and your lifestyle no matter what stage you are in your career. The full‑time rota would include 40 hours over 4 or 5 days per week, 1 duty shift which could be 9 am–7 pm (no out of hours), and 1 in 5 Saturday morning share.

Why join Provost

Our modern, purpose‑built surgery is located in the beautiful seaside town of St Andrews with 2 branches in the local area. The practice is well‑equipped with high‑standard facilities including 2 surgical theatres, a dental suite, digital and dental X‑ray, endoscopy, an Imotek ultrasound machine and an in‑house lab. We have designated cat, dog and isolation wards and we are proud to be a Cat Friendly Clinic. Further certification and career progression can be supported.

Our current team consists of 6 veterinarians, 6 RVNs and 7 support staff. Should you have a niche area of expertise we would welcome this opportunity – we fully support and fund further qualifications and certificates and offer full support and guidance.

St. Andrews is a seaside town northeast of Edinburgh, on Scotland’s east coast. It is known for its many golf courses, including the Old Course, its historic university, medieval streets, and gorgeous traditional buildings. The town is filled with exciting things to see and do, from St Andrews Cathedral to nearby Scotland’s Secret Bunker, so you won’t be short on places to visit. Located half an hour from Dundee and less than two hours from Edinburgh & Glasgow.

Because our people matter

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 £56,000 DOE