Veterinary Surgeon – Mixed Practice (Small Animal Focus) – Scottish Borders
Here’s a rare opportunity to join a genuinely friendly, mixed practice team nestled in the stunning Scottish Borders. The role is primarily small animal focused with a light touch of farm on-call – ideal for a vet who enjoys variety but prefers the companion animal side.
This team is known for its down-to-earth, supportive culture and relaxed but professional vibe. Everyone gets stuck in with consulting and surgery, and there’s plenty of scope to develop your own interests.
The Practice
This is a long-standing independent mixed practice with a loyal client base and growing companion animal caseload. Their main site is well-equipped with:
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DR x-ray & dental x-ray
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New ultrasound
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Bronchoscopy & gastroscopy
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Multi-parameter monitoring
On the farm side, they’re equally well set up:
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2 Easi-scan ultrasound machines
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Bull & tup fertility testing
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Calf warmer and in-house hospitalisation
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All the kit for beef, sheep, goat, and camelid work (no equine, minimal dairy)
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Pool cars available – so your own car won’t smell like a cow shed!
The Role & Rota
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Small animal-focused mixed role, with farm on-call on rotation
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Out-of-hours shared fairly, supported by a dedicated nurse
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No routine weekend consulting
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Friday off after a weekend on-call
About You
- Confident with small animal consults and surgery
- Some experience in farm work (or happy to learn)
- Friendly, down-to-earth and team-focused
- Keen to grow a clinical interest
What’s on Offer
- 5 weeks holiday + bank holidays + birthday off
- CPD budget with flexibility for further development
- RCVS & VDS fees paid
- Enhanced sick pay, equal family leave & wellness support
- Pension with employer contributions
- E-car scheme, life assurance, referral bonus
- Staff discounts, flu jabs, and eyecare vouchers
This is a brilliant role for someone looking to put down roots in a practice that values people, not just numbers. Whether you’re an experienced vet or a newer grad with a good foundation and a passion for learning, you’ll be well supported here.
For more info or a confidential chat, get in touch with Sophie at Lloyd & Cowan via sophie@lloydandcowan.com
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