Veterinary Surgeon - Mixed Animal

About the Role

You'll be joining a long-established mixed practice serving the Strathspey and wider Cairngorms area from branches in Aviemore and Grantown-on-Spey. This role offers genuine variety: farm animal work sits alongside small animal consultations, routine surgery and emergency care, with a particular emphasis on farm clients. You'll be part of a supportive, community-focused team that values strong client relationships and continuity of care.

This is an opportunity to work as a confident all-rounder who enjoys the breadth of mixed practice but has a particular interest in or aptitude for farm work. Whether you're already experienced in farm animal work or looking to develop further in this area, the team is keen to support your development.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver mixed practice caseload with emphasis on farm animal work
• Provide small animal consultations and routine surgery as part of the wider team
• Participate in emergency care provision
• Build and maintain relationships with diverse client base across the local community
• Contribute to a supportive, collaborative practice environment
• Develop clinical expertise across both farm and companion animal fields

Requirements

• MRCVS-registered veterinary surgeon
• Experience or genuine interest in mixed practice
• Competence and confidence in farm animal work (or commitment to developing this)
• Strong communication skills with farmers, pet owners and colleagues
• Practical, client-focused approach
• Enthusiasm for teamwork and professional development
• Appreciation for rural community practice

Benefits

• Salary up to £60,000 depending on experience
• Professional development support to grow your areas of interest
• Supportive and experienced colleague team
• Friendly, community-orientated working environment
• Exceptional lifestyle location in Cairngorms National Park with access to year-round outdoor activities (hill walking, mountain biking, skiing, wild swimming)
• Role that plays an important part in local rural community life

About the Practice

Strathspey Vets is a well-established mixed practice proudly serving the local community from branches in Aviemore and Grantown-on-Spey. The team provides veterinary care for companion animals, farm clients and a wide range of local animal owners, with the variety and professional satisfaction that comes from true mixed practice. The practice is approachable, supportive and committed to providing practical, high-quality care with strong emphasis on client relationships and continuity.

Located in the Cairngorms National Park, the practice offers an unbeatable Highland lifestyle alongside a fulfilling veterinary career. The area combines rural living and community spirit with exceptional access to outdoor adventure, from summer activities like trail running, mountain biking and wild swimming to winter skiing and snowboarding.