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Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal at IVC in Keithhall, Scotland, GB
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Job Description
Salary up to £70,000 DOE, Welcome Bonus up to £5,000 plus Relocation Allowance up to £5,000!
Seafield Veterinary Practice is looking for a motivated and confident Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon to join our friendly and supportive team. This is a fantastic opportunity for an all-rounder who is passionate about delivering high clinical standards while enjoying a varied and rewarding caseload.
The role is primarily based at our Keith branch, with occasional support across our Banff and Buckie clinics. You will be part of a well-established, forward-thinking practice that values collaboration, flexibility, and clinical development.
You will enjoy a broad and interesting caseload including consultations, soft tissue surgery, and dentistry, with opportunities for internal referral and case support across the group. Our Buckie branch also provides exposure to some exotics cases, adding further variety to your clinical work.
Practice Highlights
RCVS accredited small animal practice with three branch sites (Keith, Banff, Buckie)
Main clinical hub in Keith with modern diagnostic and surgical facilities
Wide and varied caseload including consultations, surgery, dentistry, and exotics exposure
Internal referral opportunities between branches to support case development
Supportive and collaborative veterinary team with strong mentorship culture
Flexibility to accommodate consult-only, surgical-only, or mixed caseload interests
Growing practice responding to increasing local demand for services
About inspiring vet care
Inspiring vet care is the UK and Europe’s leading veterinary care group, made up of over 900 practices and referral hospitals, united by a shared purpose of happier animals, happier owners. We believe careers should be built without limits. Our people are supported to make more clinical impact, access more career opportunities, and play an active role in their local and professional communities. Through investment in learning, innovation, and wellbeing, we create environments where our teams can grow in confidence, capability, and fulfilment—at every stage of their career.
How You’ll Make a Difference
As a Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon, you will contribute to high-quality patient care across a varied caseload.
Deliver consultations, medical workups, soft tissue surgery, and dental procedures
Provide high-quality clinical care tailored to individual patient needs
Work across multiple branch sites as part of a collaborative team
Contribute to case discussion and internal referral workflows
Support the ongoing development of clinical standards within the practice
Participate in a 1 in 4 Saturdays and OOH rota
Working Pattern:
Flexible full-time options - 4 or 5 days per week
Weekend share and included in rota for OOH
Practice open 8:00am–6:00pm
Rotas designed to support work-life balance wherever possible
Life in Morayshire
Located in the beautiful Morayshire region, Seafield Veterinary Practice offers access to stunning countryside, charming coastal villages, and vibrant local communities. With excellent transport links and a strong outdoor lifestyle on your doorstep, the area is ideal for those seeking both professional fulfilment and quality of life outside of work. With property prices offering so much more than suburban living Morayshire has everything to offer someone looking for a peaceful way of life.
You Might Be a Great Fit If...
You are a confident and motivated small animal veterinary surgeon looking to develop your career in a supportive and varied practice environment. You’ll bring:
A Veterinary degree and registration (or eligibility) with the RCVS
Some experience in small animal first opinion practice (new graduates considered with support)
Strong communication and teamwork skills
Confidence in routine consultations and basic surgical procedures
A proactive approach to learning and development
Flexibility and adaptability across multiple branch sites
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
6.6 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
Salary up to £70,000 DOE