Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon

About the Role

This is a full-time position working 38 hours per week over four days, with a manageable 1:3 Saturday morning rota (8:30am–12:30pm only) and no on-call commitments—the practice’s out-of-hours provider takes over from noon. You’ll be joining a small, well-communicative team in the pretty village of Leslie, Fife, perfectly positioned between Glenrothes and the stunning Lomond Hills Regional Park, with easy access to Perth, Dundee, Edinburgh, and Glasgow.

The practice is fully equipped to the highest standards and holds gold standard status as a cat-friendly facility certified by the International Society for Feline Medicine. The team prioritises continuity of care, varied caseload work, and a genuine balance between consultations and surgery. Personal development is actively encouraged, and the practice demonstrates real commitment to investing in both its people and facilities.

Part-time arrangements may be considered for the right candidate.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver exceptional patient and client care across a varied small animal caseload
• Manage both consultation and surgical work with appropriate case continuity
• Contribute to the 1:3 Saturday morning rota (8:30am–12:30pm)
• Engage with the collaborative team culture and support colleague communication
• Participate in professional development opportunities within the practice

Requirements

• Qualified veterinary surgeon (RCVS registered)
• Commitment to collaborative, supportive working practices
• Strong clinical skills in small animal medicine and surgery

Benefits

• Salary: £40,000–£60,000 depending on experience
• CPD: £1,750 annual CPD allowance plus dedicated training support
• Health & Wellbeing: Health Shield membership covering dentistry, sports massage, and complementary treatments
• Professional: RCVS membership paid, plus two additional professional memberships and VDS cover
• Leave: Enhanced paternity, maternity, adoption, shared parental leave, and surrogacy pay; company sick pay
• Lifestyle: Cycle to Work scheme, My Perks (discounts on shopping, travel, entertainment, cashback)
• Career: Annual pay reviews and clear progression opportunities
• Professional Perks: Discounted veterinary fees
• Culture: Focus on employee wellbeing with colleague engagement surveys

About the Practice

Lomond Hills Veterinary Clinic is a forward-thinking small animal practice serving the Leslie community in Fife. The team is experienced, motivated, and committed to exceptional patient and client care, with facilities equipped to the highest standards. The practice holds gold standard cat-friendly certification from the International Society for Feline Medicine, reflecting its dedication to quality small animal care.

The practice is part of VetPartners, a multi-practice group and winner of Employer of the Year at the Press BusinessIQ Awards. VetPartners is known for genuinely investing in team development and providing comprehensive support across its network.