Join Scotland’s Only Specialist Dental and Oromaxillofacial Referral Centre. DentalVets is excited to welcome a Board‑Certified Veterinary Dentist™ or a Veterinarian who has completed an AVDC/EVDC Residency to our expanding team. This is a rare opportunity to become part of the only specialist veterinary dental referral centre in Scotland, based in beautiful East Lothian.
About the Role
We are a close-knit, friendly team of 12, including a specialist anaesthetist, specialist veterinary dentist, board‑eligible veterinary dentist, a dual certificate holder in dentistry and surgery, and a nurse currently undertaking the AVDT VTS (dentistry) programme. Collaboration, mentorship, and mutual support are at the heart of our work culture.
We are open to both Full‑Time and Part‑Time applicants. Hours and schedule can be discussed to fit individual needs.
Responsibilities
* Diagnose and treat a wide range of oral and dental conditions in dogs and cats.
* Perform advanced dentistry and endodontic procedures.
* Conduct oral and maxillofacial surgeries.
* Provide expert clinical advice to clients and referring veterinarians.
* Contribute to teaching and knowledge‑sharing through our CPD courses.
Qualifications
* Board‑Certified Veterinary Dentist™ or a Veterinarian who has completed an AVDC/EVDC Residency.
* Passion for all aspects of dentistry and oral surgery.
* Excellent teamwork skills and a commitment to building long‑term relationships with clients and colleagues.
What We Offer
Flexibility: Full‑ or part‑time position available.
* Competitive salary aligned with experience.
* Work‑life balance: Our hospital is closed at weekends.
* Generous holiday allowance and funded CPD.
* Relocation support for the right candidate.
Professional Development
* State‑of‑the‑art facilities including Fujifilm cone‑beam CT, Piezotome and Securos titanium plating system, advanced anaesthesia equipment, IM3 CR7 and CR14 dental radiology, IM3 Tara tables.
* Fully equipped sterile surgical suite, in‑house laboratory, and pharmacy.
Benefits
Work‑life Balance
* 7.2 weeks annual leave.
* Increasing holiday allowance based on length of service.
* Birthday as a paid day off.
Development
* Generous CPD allowance.
* Certificates and further study encouraged and funded.
* Learning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia Academy.
* Access to Vetlexicon – our online encyclopaedia provider.
* All vets and nurses can apply for research funding.
* All vets receive £1250 per annum to spend via our Care Fund.
* Infection Prevention and Control Programme.
* Quality Improvement Programme.
Wellbeing
* Enhanced family‑friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay.
* Private Medical Insurance.
* Cycle to Work Scheme.
* Initiatives focused on employee wellbeing, including discounted gym membership.
* Birthday leave.
* Non‑accidental injury support.
Professional Memberships
* BVA membership paid.
* VDS cover.
Additional Benefits
* Pawsome Benefits – reward gateway giving discounts and cashback with many retailers.
* Pension – 5% Employee/3% Employer.
* Discounted staff pet care.
* Service‑related company sick pay.
* Sponsorship for overseas employees.
* Private pension scheme.
Location and Lifestyle
Located in Haddington, East Lothian, we offer not only an exceptional professional environment but also an outstanding quality of life. Just 30 minutes from Edinburgh, the area combines easy access to a vibrant cultural capital with the tranquility of coastal living, historic towns, and some of Scotland’s most beautiful countryside.
Apply
We would love to hear from you. Please contact Susan Thorne at susan@dentalvets.co.uk with your CV and a cover letter.
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