Veterinary Surgeon

The Natural Vet Unit 3 Block, 5 Spiersbridge Terrace, Glasgow G46 8JH

We are looking for a full-time Veterinary Surgeon to join our passionate team at The Natural Vet in Glasgow where we focus on patient-centred care, clinical excellence, the client-veterinarian bond and integrative medicine!

Broaden your veterinary skills and knowledge, and add to your toolbox:

• Western veterinary acupuncture
• Western veterinary herbalism
• Laser therapy
• Microbiome testing and faecal transplant therapy
• Cryotherapy
• Nutrition - how to evaluate and formulate meals for dogs and cats
• Faecal egg counts

The Natural Vet is in the south side of Glasgow. We have a lovely client base who want the best for their pet. We are a happy team who work together to provide outstanding veterinary care to our patients. We manage a busy diary of varied conventional medical and surgical cases, with our Clinical Lead certificate holder (RCVS Certificate of Advanced Veterinary Practice) guiding evidence-based practice.

We also provide a holistic approach with complementary therapies including herbal medicine, acupuncture, laser therapy and much more available from our dedicated holistic vets. We build long-lasting relationships with our clients based on excellent service, trust and understanding. Whether you are a conventional vet or are interested in complementary therapies we will support your strengths, interests, and any further qualifications you wish to do!

We have worked hard to create a positive culture and work environment and we are looking for someone who shares our ethics and can further enhance our team.

We also do most surgeries in house including BOAS, anal gland removal, hernia repairs, corkscrew tail amputation, diamond burr etc. and we encourage surgical training.

Our ideal candidate is a Veterinary Surgeon who loves building rapport with clients, strives to do their best for the animals in their care and integrates well with a team. We are looking for someone who is friendly, caring and approachable who can explain their findings, recommendations and treatment plan to our clients effectively.

We are looking for an experienced candidate with a passion for evidence-base practice. An interest in surgery and/or integrative care would be considered a bonus. We always encourage career development through additional qualifications.

• 28 days paid holiday plus 7 bank holidays and birthday leave!
• Uncapped CPD allowance per annum (within reason)
• £1000 Western Veterinary Acupuncture Course (optional)
• £1250 Western Veterinary Herbal Medicine Course (optional)
• RCVS Membership paid
• VDS cover
• Regular in-house CPD tailored to team
• Heavily discounted veterinary fees (20-50%) and 20% discount in pet shop
• Company Sick Pay
• Free uniform
• Regular Social events
• Focus on employee wellbeing/ third party wellness coach
• Career progression opportunities
• Modern equipment including dental radiography, digital radiography system and cryotherapy, IDEXX Sedivue
• Barista coffee machine
• 20 min appointments, 1 hour paid lunch break and scheduled admin, and emergency slots every day
• No OOHs
• Independent practice with flexible, authentic leadership. Structured team with vet, reception and nurse team leaders feeding to practice manager and clinical leadership.
• Saturday shifts 1 in 4
• Experienced vet salary £40000 to £60000 dependent on experience and extra qualifications