Overview
Lamond Vets in Livingston is looking for an experienced small animal Veterinary Surgeon to join our friendly and supportive team on a permanent basis. This is a great opportunity for a clinician ready to take on more responsibility, develop their skills further, and enjoy the freedom of working in a well-established practice. You''ll benefit from clinical freedom, a varied caseload, and the chance to specialise, whether that''s studying for a certificate, offering additional services, or advancing your surgical expertise. We work closely with the SSPCA and have a strong focus on charity work, giving you the chance to make a difference in the wider community. Our caseload covers a wide range of medical and surgical cases, including routine neuterings, pyometras, lump removals, GI foreign bodies, and dentistry. If you have a particular area of interest, we''ll support you in developing it.
Responsibilities
* Manage a varied caseload of medical and surgical cases in a small animal practice.
* Perform routine neuterings, pyometras, lump removals, GI foreign bodies, and dentistry.
* Develop and expand clinical skills, including potential specialisation areas.
* Collaborate with the SSPCA on charity-related initiatives and community impact.
Work patterns
We can offer up to 30 hours per week, with a share 1 in 3 Saturdays. There''s no OOH requirement, and we''re happy to discuss flexible working or part-time hours for the right candidate. We believe work-life balance is key and tailor rota patterns to fit your lifestyle and career stage.
About Us
We are a 33-strong team based in Livingston, Scotland—perfectly located between Edinburgh and Glasgow, with easy access to both cities and the gateway to the Highlands. Our current team includes 8 vets, 13 RVNs, and a brilliant support team.
Our Facilities Include
* Digital radiography
* Dedicated, fully fitted dental suite
* Large prep area and two separate operating theatres
* Video endoscopy tower with rigid and flexible endoscopes
* Laparoscopic equipment
* In-house haematology and biochemistry analysers, plus microscope
* Daily ultrasound investigations
We also perform routine, soft tissue, and orthopaedic surgeries, and are supported by an ophthalmology certificate holder while currently supporting another vet through their surgery certificate. Our recently refurbished practice is bright, modern, and well-equipped to support both you and our patients.
Benefits and Development
* Work-life balance
* 6.8 weeks annual leave
* Your birthday as a paid day off
* Private medical insurance
* Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay
* Cycle to Work scheme
* Initiatives focused on employee wellbeing
* Non-accidental injury support
* £1250 CPD allowance with 5 days paid pro rata
* Learning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia Academy
* Access to Vetlexicon online encyclopaedia
* Research funding for Vets & Nurses
* £1250 per annum Care Fund for Vets
* Infection Prevention and Control Programme
* Quality Improvement Programme
Memberships
* BVA membership
* VDS cover
* RCVS fees
Additional
* Pawsome Benefits – discounts and cashback with retailers
* Pension - 5% Employee / 3% Employer
* Discounted staff pet care
Seniority level
* Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Part-time
Job function
* Health Care Provider
* Industries: Veterinary
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