Veterinary Surgeon – Small Animal

About the Role

You’ll be joining Provost Veterinary Group, a well-established practice nestled in the charming coastal town of St Andrews, with additional branch clinics in Ladybank and Newport. This flexible, full-time or part-time position offers a balanced mix of consulting and surgical work—approximately twice weekly surgical procedures—with the rest of your time spent with clients and their animals. With a manageable 1:5 Saturday rota (receiving 4.5 hours time off in lieu), you’ll work 30–40 hours per week across 3–4 shifts, primarily based at the St Andrews clinic with rotations across the wider practice group.

The practice is ideally positioned within easy reach of Dundee, Edinburgh, and Glasgow, making it perfect if you’re seeking coastal living without sacrificing transport links. St Andrews itself is a stunning draw—world-famous for golf, its historic university, and medieval charm—offering vibrant cultural attractions and a genuine sense of community.

You’ll work alongside a collaborative team of 6 vets, 6 RVNs, and 7 support staff who actively encourage clinical development and support further progression in areas of interest. Modern facilities including digital and dental radiography and ultrasound ensure you’re working with good equipment to deliver confident care across a varied first-opinion caseload.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality primary care across a varied first-opinion small animal caseload (dogs, cats, small pets)
• Carry out routine surgical procedures approximately twice per week, with remainder of time in consultations
• Work collaboratively with colleagues across the St Andrews main site and Ladybank and Newport branches to ensure continuity and consistency of care
• Participate in a 1:5 Saturday rota (4.5 hours time off in lieu per shift)
• Support and contribute to a collaborative, positive team environment
• Engage in ongoing CPD and clinical development opportunities
• Work 30–40 hours per week across 3–4 shifts

Requirements

• Veterinary degree and current registration (or eligibility to register) with the RCVS
• Confidence in routine surgical procedures and consulting within first-opinion practice
• Strong communication skills with a client-focused approach
• Proactive attitude towards learning and clinical development
• Ability to work collaboratively across multiple sites
• Professionalism, reliability, and commitment to high standards of care

Benefits

• 6.8 weeks’ holiday including bank holidays
• £1,250 annual Care Fund for every vet
• Private medical insurance
• Enhanced family leave and pay (maternity, paternity, adoption, surrogacy)
• BVA membership, VDS cover, and RCVS fees covered
• Cycle to Work and Green Car schemes (where eligible)
• Retail discounts and cashback offers
• Reduced-cost veterinary care for your own pets
• Clear career pathways with progression opportunities across primary care, referral, leadership, and specialist roles
• Funded learning and development including CPD support and access to IVC Academy training centres
• Access to mentors, regional clinical coaches, and peer networks
• Support to develop clinical interests and expand your capabilities

About the Practice

Provost Veterinary Group is a long-established, friendly small animal practice based in St Andrews, Scotland, with branch clinics in Ladybank and Newport. The practice combines a strong team ethos with modern clinical facilities, supporting both surgical and medical case management. The team of 6 vets, 6 RVNs, and 7 support staff is known for being supportive and experienced, actively encouraging clinical development and progression.

The practice is part of IVC Evidensia, the UK and Europe’s leading veterinary care group, comprising over 900 practices and referral hospitals. IVC Evidensia is committed to supporting careers without limits, investing in learning, innovation, and wellbeing to help teams grow in confidence, capability, and fulfilment at every career stage.