On-Call Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal

On-Call Veterinary Surgeon – Small Animal

Salary up to £31,000 DOE plus up to £7,500 relocation allowance and accommodation provided.

Are you a confident small animal vet looking for a rewarding and flexible out‑of‑hours role in a stunning part of Scotland? We have a fantastic opportunity for a dedicated veterinary surgeon to help relaunch and develop our small animal emergency provision.

This role follows a one‑week‑on, three‑weeks‑off rota pattern (or one‑week‑on, one‑week‑off on a salary‑adjusted basis). Working from 6 pm to 8 am, Monday to Sunday, you’ll respond to small animal emergencies as needed from the well‑equipped site or on‑call from home or our provided accommodation.

We believe that delivering exceptional veterinary care shouldn’t come at the expense of your personal well‑being. That’s why we’ve created a rota that supports both your clinical goals and your lifestyle.

Key responsibilities include:

• Respond to small animal emergencies as needed
• Support local veterinary teams and the community
• Maintain accurate clinical records and communicate effectively with clients
• Apply strong problem‑solving skills and independent judgment

Qualifications:

• Qualified veterinarian registered with RCVS
• Experience in small‑animal practice preferred
• Comfortable working independently in emergency situations
• Strong client‑care and communication skills

Benefits:

• Competitive salary of up to £31,000 DOE
• Up to £7,500 relocation allowance
• Visa sponsorship available for overseas candidates
• Comfortable accommodation during your working week
• Standard IVC benefits, including holiday allowance, CPD allowance (£1,250), private medical insurance, and employee assistance programmes
• Professional memberships (BVA, VDS, RCVS fees)
• Company pension scheme and green commuting schemes (Cycle‑to‑Work and Green Cars)
• Training and development opportunities via IVC Evidensia Academy and CPD leave (pro rata)
• Welfare programmes: private medical insurance, employee assistance, enhanced family‑friendly policies, and wellbeing initiatives

Entry level

Full‑time

Health Care Provider

Veterinary Services

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