Overview
Abbey Vet Clinic in Arbroath is looking for an experienced small animal veterinary surgeon to join our friendly and supportive team on a permanent basis. This role is ideal for a clinician ready to take on more responsibility, mentor recent graduates, and continue developing their own skills in a well-established practice. You’ll have clinical freedom, a varied caseload, and opportunities to specialise.
Salary up to £65,000 DOE, Welcome Bonus up to £5,000 plus Relocation Allowance up to £5,000. The role offers a flexible work pattern and a 40-hour week over a 4/5 day schedule with Saturday mornings on an equal rota. No OOH requirement.
We work closely with Cats Protection, running a dedicated cat clinic, and collaborate with our sister practice Robson Vets in Laurencekirk who are also recruiting.
What you’ll be stepping into
Two well-established branches in Arbroath and Forfar with modern facilities, including iM3 dental machines, digital radiology, and IDEXX biochemistry and haematology equipment. A brand-new dental x-ray machine has been installed in the Arbroath branch to enhance dentistry services. The caseload includes a mix of medical and surgical cases such as routine neuterings, pyometras, lump removals, GI foreign bodies, and dentistry. We support developing areas of interest and certificate study.
Arbroath offers a vibrant coastal lifestyle with access to Angus and Dundee amenities, scenic walks, and cultural attractions.
Our team and culture
We are a welcoming and supportive environment focused on personal development and high-quality veterinary care. Our team currently includes 4 experienced vets and 5 RVNs who run their own clinics. RVNs provide a range of services and we value nurse-led initiatives in patient care.
We emphasise work-life balance and flexible rota patterns to fit your lifestyle and career stage.
Benefits and development
* Competitive base salary up to £65,000 DOE
* 6.8 weeks annual leave inclusive of bank holidays
* Private Medical Insurance
* Employee Assistance Programme: 24/7 confidential helpline
* Enhanced family-friendly policies (maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay)
* CPD allowance £1,250 with 40 hours paid CPD leave pro rata
* Certificate support and learning opportunities via the IVC Evidensia Academy
* Access to Vetlexicon online encyclopaedia
* Research funding opportunities for Vets & Nurses
* Care Fund: £1,250 per annum to spend on eligible items
* Infection Prevention and Control Programme
* Quality Improvement Programme
* BVA membership, VDS cover, RCVS fees
* Cycle to Work and Green Cars schemes; optional voluntary benefits
* Discounted treatments for your own pets at an IVC Evidensia practice
Equality and inclusion
IVC Evidensia is committed to Diversity, Equality, Inclusion and Belonging. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and are a Disability Confident Employer, happy to discuss reasonable adjustments during recruitment.
£0 - £65,000 a year. Up to £65,000 DOE.
Seniority level
* Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Part-time
Job function
* Health Care Provider
Industries
* Veterinary Services
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