Job Description
****Equine / Mixed Veterinary Surgeon****
East of Inverness | Up to £70,000 DOE | Independent Practice | Company Van Provided
How does working as part of an experienced, supportive team in a long-standing independent mixed practice sound?
What about a predominantly equine-focused role, genuine autonomy when needed, and the backing of a friendly, close-knit team?
If you’re an Equine/ Mixed Veterinary Surgeon looking for variety, responsibility, and excellent earning potential, this could be a fantastic next step.
About the Practice – Friendly, Expert Care
This is a well-established, indepenent multi-disciplinary veterinary practice providing expert, comprehensive care across a wide area of the Moray Coast region.
The practice operates from four sites, with a central main practice supported by three branch surgeries. Services are provided to domestic pets, equine patients, and commercial livestock, covering a large and diverse geographical area including coastal, rural, and inland communities.
As an independent practice, there is a strong emphasis on continuity of care, long-term client relationships, and clinical autonomy, allowing vets the time and support needed to deliver high-quality medicine and surgery.
You’ll be joining a modern, well-equipped mixed practice with excellent facilities.
The team is a supportive mix of experienced clinicians and developing vets, with hands-on support from engaged directors and management. The client base is loyal and appreciative, with consistently excellent feedback.
The Role
This is a predominantly equine veterinary role, ideal for a vet who enjoys being out on the road, building long-term client relationships, and managing a varied and rewarding equine caseload.
Key aspects of the role include:
A largely equine workload, including routine ambulatory work, preventative care, lameness investigations, and emergency call-outs Responsibility for managing your own equine caseload, with the opportunity to work independently in sole charge when appropriate, while still having access to experienced colleagues for support and case discussion Use of a company-provided vehicle for equine work across a diverse rural and coastal area Participation in a shared on-call and weekend rota, structured to be fair and sustainable across the team The opportunity to develop and deepen your equine skillset, with support for CPD, certificates, and areas of special interest One day per week in small animal practice, helping maintain a broad clinical skill set and providing variety to the working week A balance of ambulatory, clinical, and collaborative work within a supportive mixed-practice environment Full-time or part-time hours considered, with flexibility where possible This role would suit an equine/mixed vet who values autonomy, enjoys a hands-on role, and wants to work within an independent practice that supports both clinical excellence and work–life balance.
The Package
Salary up to £75,000, per annum, dependent on experience Funded CPD Pension scheme Support with certificates and ongoing career development A positive, learning-focused working environment
Next Steps
For further details on this opportunity, please click Apply Now. If you can specify the best time to speak, we’ll contact you when it suits you.
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If you’d prefer to speak before sending a CV, call 0113 512 9626.
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