Veterinary Surgeon

We are a growing practice so are looking for Vets who might be looking for a change of scene or for a few extra days work!

• This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking for a role in a fantastic location.
• We can offer a welcome bonus for direct candidates only (T and Cs apply)
• The team is close knit and experienced and can support your development.
• As a practice we like to encourage all our colleagues so we will support you advancing your clinical interests
• We pride ourselves on offering advanced services in emergency and critical care, feline nursing, dermatology, and clinical animal behaviour - meaning you will get to experience a varied case load!
• We are an IFSM Silver accredited cat friendly practice.
• Paid 1 hour lunch break honoured.
• Fantastic pay up to £65,000 dependant on experience (FTE).
• Enhanced holidays after 2 years' service
• Get an extra day off for your Birthday!
• As we are not looking to replace we can be flexible on rotas so please speak to us no matter what you are looking for!
• The role will include 1 in 3 weekends, but time is given back for weekends worked
• You will need to be an experienced vet who is confident in all aspects of general practice.
• Weekdays will be supported by 2 RVNs and 2 receptionists with at least 1 other Vet.
• This role will include sole charge weekends where you will be supported by 1 Nurse and 1 Receptionist
  
  Located in the heart of Edinburgh, Craigleith Vets for Pets is a well-established and welcoming practice with a loyal client base. Our modern, fully equipped surgery is based within a Pets at Home store, providing easy access to excellent facilities and a collaborative working environment. You'll be joining a passionate and skilled team made up of two full-time vets, two part-time vets, three RVNs, a dedicated Practice Manager, and three Client Care Advisors.
We pride ourselves on offering advanced services in emergency and critical care, feline nursing, dermatology, and clinical animal behaviour. As a practice we are keen to see our colleagues achieve. Because of this we encourage all colleagues to pursue their interests through CPD and Certificates.

We are a growing practice and as we are not looking to replace anyone, or fill set hours, we can be flexible to discuss this with you. IF you are looking for part time, full time or flexible working please speak to us so we can see if we can accommodate. It will include working 1 in 3 weekends, Saturdays are 9am till 5pm and Sundays are 10am to 5pm. However, time back during the week is given for weekends worked and we aim to operate a fixed rota to support work-life balance, allowing you to really switch off. Weekends will be sole charge and will mainly see sick / emergency cases with a limited number of vaccinations. There will be no scheduled surgeries on these days giving you the ability to treat any emergencies that come in. The benefits: You will be offered a competitive salary up to £65,000 for this role along with other fantastic benefits such as:
• 1 hour paid lunch break
• Fantastic welcome bonus for direct candidates (T and Cs apply)
• CPD allowance and support for advancing clinical interests
• Contributory pension scheme
• Paid holiday of 5.6 weeks, rising to 6.6 weeks after 2 years of service (pro rata)
• Paid RCVS, VDS, and BVA fees
• Exclusive group discounts including 30% practice discount and 20% across the Pets at Home Group, High Street Retailers and Gym Memberships
• Extra paid day off each year for your Birthday
• Free car parking
• We are an IFSM Silver accredited cat friendly practice
• Member of RCVS Practice Standards
• Overtime can be paid or taken in in lieu