Salary up to £70,000 (DOE) | Relocation Allowance up to £5,000 | Welcome Bonus up to £2,500
Woodside Veterinary Group is looking for a passionate Mixed Veterinary Surgeon to join our friendly and supportive team on a permanent basis. Located in the beautiful Royal Deeside area of Aberdeenshire, this is a fantastic opportunity to work in a progressive mixed practice offering a truly varied caseload across small animal, farm, and equine work.
Practice Overview
* A mixed caseload consisting of approximately 55% small animal, 40% farm animal, and 5% equine work
* A team of 7 Veterinary Surgeons, 5 Registered Veterinary Nurses, and a dedicated support team
* Advanced diagnostic and surgical facilities including ultrasound, digital radiography, video endoscopy, dental equipment, multiparameter monitoring, and in‑house laboratory equipment
* Strong nurse support, including nurse‑led consultations helping maximise clinical efficiency
* Team members with additional qualifications including a Small Animal Nutrition Certificate, Surgical Nursing Certificate, veterinary physiotherapy expertise, and OPA scanning experience
* A varied small animal caseload including preventative healthcare, chronic disease management, emergency care, diagnostics, and surgery
* A farm animal caseload including fertility work, herd health planning, export/import testing, pregnancy diagnosis, OPA scanning, and routine production animal care
* Minimal TB testing requirements due to 4‑year parish status
* Limited equine workload focused on routine ambulatory care including vaccinations, dentistry, wound management, geldings, and export work
How You'll Make a Difference
As a Mixed Veterinary Surgeon at Woodside Veterinary Group, you will play an important role in delivering high‑quality clinical care across a diverse and rewarding mixed caseload, working closely with a supportive and experienced team.
Key Responsibilities
* Deliver high‑quality clinical care across small animal, farm, and occasional equine cases
* Manage consultations, diagnostics, medical work‑ups, and routine surgical procedures
* Support herd health planning, fertility work, preventative healthcare, and production animal medicine
* Participate in emergency and out‑of‑hours care on a shared rota
* Work collaboratively with veterinary surgeons, nurses, and support staff across all practice sites
* Build strong relationships with clients and support continuity of care
* Contribute positively to a collaborative and supportive clinical culture
Working Pattern
* Full‑time role based on a 4‑day week
* 4 weekends worked within a 13‑week rota period
* Small animal urgent care consultations on Saturday and Sunday mornings
* Shared out‑of‑hours rota between 7 vets
* Flexible working discussions welcomed
* Accommodation may be available if required
Location & Lifestyle
Woodside Veterinary Group is located in Royal Deeside, Aberdeenshire, offering an exceptional quality of life surrounded by Scotland’s most stunning countryside. The area combines outdoor adventure with great local amenities and a strong community spirit.
Who We’re Looking For
You are a motivated and enthusiastic veterinary surgeon who enjoys the variety and challenge of mixed practice and is committed to delivering high standards of patient and client care. You’ll bring:
* A veterinary degree and registration (or eligibility to register) with the RCVS
* Experience or interest in mixed practice, including small animal and farm work
* Confidence in routine medical and surgical procedures
* Strong communication and relationship‑building skills with both colleagues and clients
* A proactive and collaborative approach to clinical work and professional development
* An interest in developing individual clinical interests within a supportive team environment
* OV qualifications would be advantageous, although not essential
How We’ll Support You
* Clear career pathways with progression opportunities across primary care, referral, leadership, and specialist roles
* Funded learning and development including CPD allowance and access to IVC academy training centres & role‑relevant courses
* £1,250 annual Care Fund for every vet
* Access to mentors, regional clinical coaches, and peer networks
* Support to develop clinical interests and expand your capabilities
* A collaborative, values‑led culture focused on care, community, and continuous improvement
What We Offer Our Team
* 6.8 weeks’ holiday including bank holidays
* Private medical insurance
* Enhanced family leave and pay across maternity, paternity, adoption and surrogacy
* BVA membership, VDS cover & RCVS fees
* Cycle to Work and Green Car schemes (eligibility applies)
* Retail discounts and cashback offers
* Reduced‑cost veterinary care for your own pets
Salary up to £70,000 (DOE) | Relocation Allowance up to £5,000 | Welcome Bonus up to £2,500
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