Veterinary Surgeon

Location East Lothian
Salary: 42000.0
Contact name: Debbie Loding

Contact email: debbie@vettedrecruitment.co.uk
Job ref: 1300
Published: about 9 hours ago
Are you an experienced vet looking for a role that truly values your skills and passion for animal care?

An exceptional environment in East Lothian, offers a unique approach that prioritises personalised, contextualised care for every client and patient.

In this setting, one will be part of a close-knit team that feels more like a family. Clients are effusively grateful, and patient outcomes are brilliant, thanks to the commitment to understanding each individual’s needs. This practice combines cutting-edge medicine and surgery with complementary and regenerative therapies such as acupuncture, herbal medicine, LASER therapy, and stem cell treatment. Additionally, the on-site rehab suite, equipped with an underwater treadmill, Strideway pressure-plate gait analysis, and RAMP veterinary physiotherapists, underscores the dedication to fitness and quality of life.

The team is the greatest asset, and there is a strong emphasis on personal and professional growth. Whether an interest lies in imaging, dentistry, surgery, or anaesthesia, there is ample support and modern equipment to help develop those skills. The practice is committed to sustainability, featuring low-flow anaesthetic systems and comprehensive recycling initiatives.

What Is Being Looked For:

- An experienced vet who enjoys the variety of first-opinion practice, from kitten vaccines to emergency splenectomies.
- A team player engaged with clinical governance and quality improvement.
- Someone confident to work sole charge safely when required.
- A vet who loves both patients and clients, recognising that great service leads to great care.
- A curious, open-minded clinician eager to innovate and drive standards forward.

What Is Offered:

- A diverse, supportive team passionate about excellent patient care.
- Highly bonded clients who love coming to see the team.
- Hands-on directors who support both team and patients.
- Uncompromising clinical standards and an environment that encourages growth.
- Job security in a rapidly growing practice with exciting future plans.
- ISFM Gold Cat Friendly Clinic, Zero Pain certification in progress, and Low Stress Handling techniques in daily use.
- Six weeks holiday, paid sick leave, regular salary reviews, and generous funded CPD.
- Potential future partnership opportunities for the right candidate.
- Full-time or part-time positions available; finding the right person is key.
- Competitive salary starting from £42,000+.

Location:

Situated on the East side of Edinburgh, the practice is ideally placed between Edinburgh, East Lothian, and Midlothian. Enjoy the best of both worlds — the vibrant culture and amenities of the capital, alongside the beaches, countryside, and village charm of the surrounding area.

If ready to join a practice that does things differently and places a high value on both its team and patients, this is the place for you.

For further information, an informal chat, or to apply, please email Debbie Loding at Debbie@vettedrecruitment.co.uk or 07384 551799 today.

You must be a qualified Veterinary Surgeon and eligible to register with the RCVS to be considered for this role.

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