Veterinary Surgeon – Vets4Pets Fort Kinnaird, Edinburgh
Up to £60,000 DOE | No OOH | No Sole Charge | 25-min consults | True team culture | Flexible rota
Are you an experienced vet looking for a role where you're supported, listened to, and part of a genuinely friendly and efficient team? Come and see what we’re building at Vets4Pets Fort Kinnaird — a practice where team spirit, clinical freedom, and humour are part of the daily routine. We’re excited about what the future holds and are opening the doors to new opportunities that will help our clinic grow and evolve. With 60 years of experience between us, we’re ready to welcome your unique contribution.
What Our Clients Say
“Amazing and caring team. Our boys love to come here — they always have cuddles and treats!”
“Always a pleasure to visit. The staff are superb with our two rabbits.”
What working at Fort Kinnaird is like
" I really enjoy coming to work with the team at Fort Kinnaird, it has been fantastic to build up a trusting, working relationship with each and every one of them over the last three years. The whole clinical team is composed of experienced vets and RVNs. Therefore, the standard of care shown towards clients and their pets is second to none. We work hard but within a fun and proactive environment and the support team are always there to help you when needed. I have always felt supported and part of the team and as a locum vet I think this says it all!"
What Makes Us Different
1. Team spirit is everything – we’ve carefully curated a friendly team and a welcoming workplace where people support each other, listen, and have a laugh.
2. Diverse and collaborative team environment – our vets bring unique strengths across surgery, dentistry, and imaging, so there’s always someone to bounce ideas off.
3. Skilled, supportive nursing team – our RVNs are experienced, proactive and genuinely part of the clinical conversation.
4. Efficiency that works – we respect each other’s time and run smoothly thanks to a capable nursing team and sensible diary management.
5. Plenty of time to do things properly – with 25-minute consults and build-in catch up time
6. Access for all – we believe vet care should be available to every pet, so we offer payment plans to make treatment more accessible.
7. Supportive leadership – our leadership team is hands-on, approachable, and genuinely want to hear new ideas that work and get us to where we want to be.
8. Points of contact – we hold weekly vet meetings and utilise a digital platform for all our discussions, collaborations and general communications.
9. Work-life balance built in – with longer working days and a smart rolling rota, you get more full days off to rest, recharge, or explore Edinburgh.
10. Regular team events in the year – to bring us all together and get away from it all.
Who We’re Looking For
Here is what our team is looking to join us:
11. A solid all-round vet with strong basic communication and veterinary skills
12. Friendly, mature, and approachable
13. Polite, team-oriented, and a collaborator
14. Self-starter who takes initiative and learns proactively on the job
15. Willing to follow the clinic’s established ways of working - we work best when we’re on the same page
16. Always up for a laugh, don’t take vet life too seriously
17. Bonus points if you bring something new to our clinic and expand our services
Why Join Us
18. No sole charge | No OOH – 2- 3 vets weekdays, 2 at weekends
19. 25-minute consults + protected diary gaps
20. 3-week rolling rota with predictable, balanced shifts
21. CPD encouraged – we’ll fund and support certificates if that’s your path
22. Experienced, hands-on RVNs trained in dentistry
23. Colleagues who care about each other, the medicine, and the clinic at large
Your Typical Week
24. Week 1: 3 long days + weekend (Sat 9–6, Sun 10–4)
25. Week 2: 3 long weekdays (8.30-7.30)
26. Week 3: 4 long weekdays (8.30-7.30)
Hours are 8:30–7:30, with the clinic closing at 7:00 so you get time to catch up before heading home.
The Package
27. Up to £60,000 DOE (FTE)
28. Generous CPD allowance – including support for certs
29. 20% Pets at Home discount
30. Part-time or flexible hours considered
Everyone Belongs at Fort Kinnaird
Pets don’t discriminate, and neither do we. We’re proud to reflect the diversity of our community and welcome people from all backgrounds and walks of life. If you bring kindness, capability, and team spirit, we’d love to hear from you — even if you’re not sure you tick every box.