Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal

Overview

Are you a dedicated Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon with strong surgical and medical skills, excellent communication, and a passion for delivering high-quality patient care? Fair City Veterinary Group in Perth is looking for someone like you to join our experienced and supportive team. This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of an established, well-respected practice where your clinical expertise and personal development will be truly valued.

Crieff & Fair City Vets is a well-established, community-focused practice operating across three locations. Crieff offers a friendly, close-knit environment with a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Fair City Vets in Perth features spacious, modern facilities designed to provide excellent privacy and outstanding client care. Auchterarder recently renovated, with two large consultation rooms and ample opportunity for growing caseloads. Located in Perth, Scotland, the practice is on the banks of the River Tay and is a Silver Cat Friendly Clinic.

This is ideally a full-time role (40 hours) over 4 days per week between 8:00 and 19:00, plus a share in 1 in 4 Saturdays 8:30–12:00. We understand work-life balance is important and are flexible with the pattern for the right candidate. No out-of-hours work required.

As a busy small animal practice, we balance a rewarding mix of consultations and surgeries, working closely with long-established clients. You will be supported by a dedicated team of professionals and have access to advanced services such as laparoscopy, ultrasonography, dental radiography (IM3), in-house laboratory testing, digital radiography, and laser therapy.

Our dedicated team includes 6 vets, 5 registered veterinary nurses, 3 student nurses, and 2 animal care assistants, plus a collaborative reception team. We are committed to continuous professional development, supporting specialisation, and encouraging clinical advancement at every level.

• Competitive base salary (up to £65,000 DOE)
• Work-life balance and flexible rota options
• 6.8 weeks annual leave, inclusive of bank holidays
• Private Medical Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programme: 24/7 confidential helpline
• Enhanced family-friendly policies (maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay)
• CPD allowance (£1,250) with 40 hours paid CPD leave pro rata
• Certificate support and learning opportunities via the IVC Evidensia Academy
• Vetlexicon access and research funding opportunities
• Care Fund £1,250 per annum to spend
• Infection Prevention and Control Programme
• Quality Improvement Programme
• BVA membership, VDS cover, RCVS fees
• Cycle to Work and Green Cars schemes (subject to eligibility)
• Discounts and pet treatment for your own animals

• Mid-Senior level

• Full-time

• Health Care Provider

• Veterinary Services

Perks of applying include a supportive team culture, opportunities for development, and a pathway to clinical advancement within a collaborative network.