About the Role
Robson Vets is seeking a confident veterinary surgeon to join its welcoming small animal practice in Laurencekirk, with a sister branch in the picturesque coastal town of Montrose. This part-time position offers a refreshing balance: you'll work 30 hours across 3ā5 days per week with a mix of consulting and surgery, participate in a 1:4 weekend rota, and provide just one on-call night per week for inpatient care onlyāno full out-of-hours requirement. Based between Angus and Aberdeenshire, you'll enjoy peaceful rural charm while being just 30 minutes from Aberdeen and 40 minutes from Dundee, with easy access to the Cairngorms National Park and stunning coastline for hiking, cycling, and watersports.
You'll be joining an experienced clinical team boasting over 40 years of combined veterinary expertise, alongside 5 RVNs, student nurses, and veterinary care assistants. The practice handles a diverse caseloadāfrom routine small animals to exoticsāand you'll have the opportunity to take on sole charge responsibilities while always having experienced colleagues readily available for support. This is a practice that genuinely invests in clinical development and encourages your team to pursue their interests, whether building confidence in core procedures or working toward advanced qualifications.
Robson Vets is RCVS Tier 2-accredited and holds multiple quality accreditations including ISFM Cat Friendly Silver status and PDSA Partner Practice recognition. The practice benefits from strong links to visiting specialists (including an orthopaedic surgeon) and a robust referral network, ensuring you're well-supported in delivering excellent patient outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver high-quality clinical care across routine and complex medical and surgical cases to a diverse small animal and exotic caseload
- Conduct consulting and surgical work, contributing to a balanced 30-hour working week
- Work collaboratively with the wider teamā3 vets, 5 RVNs, SVNs, VCAs, and reception staffāto maintain excellent patient and client care standards
- Build strong, ongoing relationships with clients through clear communication and continuity of care
- Support the clinical development of less experienced team members, sharing your knowledge and experience
- Participate in the 1:4 weekend rota and provide one on-call night per week for inpatient care
- Engage in continuous professional development and pursue areas of clinical interest with practice support
- Contribute positively to the practice's clinical culture and team environment
Requirements
- Veterinary degree and current registration (or eligibility to register) with the RCVS
- Experience working in clinical practice with growing confidence in routine medical and surgical cases
- Strong communication skills and ability to build effective relationships with clients and colleagues
- Proactive approach to learning, openness to feedback, and commitment to professional development
- Professionalism, reliability, and ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team
- Confidence in a mixed-caseload environment with some exposure to exotic species valued
Benefits
- Flexible working: Part-time, 30-hour weeks across 3ā5 days with input into scheduling
- Leave and time off: 6.8 weeks' holiday including bank holidays; 1:4 weekend rota; one on-call night per week (inpatient care only)
- Learning and development: Ā£1,250 annual CPD allowance; access to IVC Evidensia Academy training centres and role-relevant courses; support from mentors and regional clinical coaches
- Wellbeing and protection: Private medical insurance; enhanced family leave and pay (maternity, paternity, adoption, surrogacy)
- Professional support: BVA membership, VDS cover, and RCVS fees covered
- Financial perks: Cycle to Work and Green Car schemes (eligibility applies); retail discounts and cashback offers
- Pet care: Reduced-cost veterinary care for your own pets
- Career pathways: Clear progression opportunities across primary care, referral, leadership, and specialist roles
- Team culture: Ā£1,250 annual Care Fund for every vet; collaborative, values-led practice environment
About the Practice
Robson Vets is an established, RCVS Tier 2-accredited small animal practice serving the Laurencekirk and Montrose areas of Aberdeenshire and Angus. The practice operates two sitesāthe main branch in Laurencekirk and a sister location in coastal Montroseāproviding comprehensive care to a diverse patient population including dogs, cats, small pets, and exotic species. The team comprises 3 experienced veterinary surgeons, 5 registered veterinary nurses, student nurses, veterinary care assistants, and dedicated reception staff.
Robson Vets is exceptionally well-equipped with modern facilities: two operating theatres, dedicated dental suite, digital and dental radiography, ultrasound (including cardiac probe), cold laser therapy, and both rigid and flexible endoscopy. An in-house laboratory handles biochemistry, haematology, urinalysis, and cytology. Dedicated accommodation includes separate dog, cat, ICU, and isolation wards with nursing staff providing around-the-clock inpatient monitoring. The practice holds accreditations as an ISFM Cat Friendly Silver centre, Positive Pawprint Partner, and PDSA Partner Practice. A visiting orthopaedic surgeon and strong referral network enhance specialist capabilities. As part of IVC Evidensiaāthe UK and Europe's leading veterinary care group with over 900 practicesāRobson Vets benefits from group resources while maintaining its independent, community-focused identity.
