Veterinary Surgeon

About the Role

This is a part-time opportunity perfect for a small animal vet seeking genuine flexibility without the on-call pressure. You’ll work 10 hours per week—one day a week plus a 1:4 Saturday rota—with no overnight or out-of-hours commitments. Whether you’re looking for a mix of consultations and surgery, or consultations only, the team can accommodate your preferred working style.

Based in Dalkeith near Edinburgh, the practice sits within easy commuting distance of Livingston, Dunfermline, Falkirk, Stirling, and surrounding Midlothian, East Lothian, West Lothian and Fife areas. You’ll be joining a forward-thinking practice that prioritises evidence-based medicine, fear-free practice principles, and continuity of care.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver high-standard small animal consultations and surgical procedures (or consultations only if preferred)
• Carry out diagnostic investigations with precision and confidence
• Support a team of four vets, two RVNs, one student veterinary nurse, a patient care assistant, and receptionist team
• Contribute to clinical standards and share knowledge with colleagues
• Mentor and support team members, particularly those early in their careers
• Work within a practice committed to responsible antimicrobial stewardship and fear-free methods

Requirements

• Qualified Veterinary Surgeon (MRCVS or equivalent)
• Compassionate approach to patient and client care
• Confident in general small animal clinical skills
• Keen to develop further expertise and manage different case types
• Natural team player with mentoring capability
• Commitment to delivering high standards of patient care

Benefits

• RCVS & VDS fees paid in full
• Generous CPD allowance with access to BSAVA library (450+ courses) and fully funded postgraduate qualifications (CertAVP, PgCert) including tuition, exams, and study leave
• Up to 33 days holiday (with option to buy/sell)
• CVS Pension Scheme
• Access to Vet Oracle telemedicine specialists, Advanced Clinical Services Network, and Regional Clinical Leads for case support and mentoring
• Health cash plan and Employee Assistance Programme
• Wellbeing Champions network and enhanced family leave policies
• 50% staff discount on veterinary services, plus MiPet food and medications discounts
• All benefits pro-rated for part-time hours

About the Practice

Market Cross Veterinary Clinic is a modern, progressive small animal practice in Dalkeith. The team comprises four experienced vets, two registered veterinary nurses, a student veterinary nurse, a patient care assistant, and dedicated reception staff. The practice is well-equipped with digital X-ray, dental X-ray, ultrasound, endoscopy, and in-house laboratory facilities, plus separate dog and cat wards and waiting areas.

The clinic is part of CVS, part of Mars Veterinary Health. CVS invests significantly in colleague support, clinical development, and workplace wellbeing. The practice prioritises evidence-based medicine, fear-free practice certification, and continuity of care—with team members running successful desensitisation appointments to build patient confidence. Central support teams handle HR, recruitment, payroll, IT, finance, and procurement, freeing clinical colleagues to focus on patient care.