Mixed Animal Veterinary Surgeon | Inverurie, Aberdeenshire

An excellent opportunity for an experienced Mixed Animal Veterinary Surgeon to join a genuinely mixed, well-supported practice in Inverurie, Aberdeenshire. This full-time role offers an excellent work–life balance, a structured rota across farm, equine and small animal work, and strong support within a friendly, collaborative team. Ideal for vets who enjoy variety while still having the opportunity to develop particular clinical interests.

Full Time | £40,000 – £60,000 FTE | Permanent

Key Details

• Role: Mixed Animal Veterinary Surgeon

• Location: Inverurie, Aberdeenshire

• Hours: Full time

• Working Pattern: 4-day week

• Core Hours: 8:45am – 5:00pm

• Out of Hours: Participation required

• OOH Rota: 1 in 8 (with two vets on call at all times)

• Contract: Permanent

The Practice

• Genuinely mixed veterinary practice

• Structured rota ensuring exposure to farm, equine and small animal work

• Strong emphasis on teamwork, collaboration and wellbeing

• Weekly clinical meetings for case discussion and shared learning

• Large, experienced nursing team providing excellent support

• Modern, well-equipped facilities across all species

Equipment includes equine and small animal video endoscopy, sector and linear ultrasound scanners for farm and equine work, high-quality small animal ultrasound, digital x-ray including dental and mobile equine systems.

The Role

• Mixed veterinary role covering farm, equine and small animal caseloads

• Guaranteed variety with structured rota balance

• Set operating days to allow proper case work-up

• 15-minute consultations delivered in manageable consulting blocks

• Opportunity to develop special interests with full support

• CPD actively encouraged with generous funding

• Practice vehicle available if required

Out of Hours Structure

• In-house OOH service

• 1 in 8 rota (to reduce further as the team expands)

• Two vets on call at all times

• 4-day long weekend following a weekend on call

• Additional mid-rota long weekend

• Additional cash payment per OOH call

What We're Looking For

• RCVS-registered Veterinary Surgeon

• Experience or interest across farm, equine and small animal work

• Enjoys working within a collaborative, supportive team

• Keen to maintain work–life balance alongside clinical development

• Open to developing a particular area of clinical interest

Location Highlights

• Based in Inverurie, Aberdeenshire

• Easy access to mountains, coastline and countryside

• Close to Aberdeen city amenities

• Ideal location for outdoor lifestyles alongside professional development

Salary & Benefits

• Salary £40,000 – £60,000 FTE per annum (DOE)

• 6.6 weeks paid annual leave including bank holidays

• £1,750 CPD allowance per year

• Paid RCVS membership

• Two additional professional memberships paid

• VDS cover

• Health and wellbeing cashback scheme

• Enhanced family leave policies

• Discounted veterinary fees

• Employee discounts and benefits platform

• Cycle to Work scheme

• Company sick pay

• Annual pay reviews

• Career progression opportunities

Must Haves

• RCVS Registered (or soon to be)
• Possess the right to work in the United Kingdom
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

What Happens Next?

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