Veterinary Surgeon - Mixed Animal

Salary up to £65,000 DOE, Welcome Bonus up to £5,000 plus Relocation Allowance up to £5,000.

An exciting opportunity has opened up at Rogart Vets for a Mixed Animal Veterinary Surgeon to join our team on a permanent basis. With 20-minute appointments scheduled between 9am and 5pm on weekdays, you’ll enjoy a varied role that includes 1-2 days of surgery per week, with the remainder of your time spent between consultations and farm animal work. Our services extend to satellite clinics in Lochinver, Kinlochbervie, Durness, and Helmsdale, where we proudly care for pets across the Highlands.

We are looking for someone who thrives on a diverse caseload and enjoys engaging with a wide variety of clients. Ideally, you'll have enough experience to confidently perform routine operations, possess strong knowledge of farm animals, and be willing to join our on-call rota. Support will be available for more complex cases.

Find your ideal work-life harmony

Our people are at the heart of everything that we do, that’s why we know that work-life balance is vital in supporting our people to be their best selves. Our flexible approach to rota patterns and working hours offers a balance that truly flexes with you and your lifestyle no matter what stage you are in your career.

Our full time Vets work 40 hours per week across 5 days Monday to Friday, with a share in 1 in 5 weekend on-call rota with a day off in lieu and 1 night per week OOH. OOH call out bonus scheme in place. We welcome applications from candidates looking for part time or flexible working hours.

Day to Day

As part of our friendly team, you'll experience a true mix of work with approximately 60% small animal and 40% farm work, primarily with beef and sheep and will balance your time spent between consulting and surgery. Our farm clients are part of a crofting community, where we provide tailored care for individual animals and support with herd/flock health planning. Typical farm duties include de-horning, castrations, pregnancy diagnosis, lambing, and calving. We care for our local wildlife and have helped with a range of animals from hedgehogs to otters and occasionally handle exotics including snakes, so there's plenty of opportunity to diversify your experience should this be of interest.

Why Join Rogart Vets?

Nestled in the northern part of the Scottish Highlands, Rogart Vets has built a reputation for being a friendly and efficient practice that has served the local people of Sutherland for many years, accruing many longstanding clients and members of staff. Our practice offers comprehensive care across the entire county. A harmonious blend of small animal and farm services sets the stage for a fulfilling caseload. Our team of 5 vets, 3 RVNs, and 1 kennel assistant, along with support staff, work together to offer a rewarding and varied caseload.

Rogart's prime location offers more than a fulfilling career. Engage in the Highland lifestyle, where walks amidst breath-taking landscapes and historic sites offer a sense of tranquillity that defines Scotland. Explore the rugged peaks of Ben Hope or take a hike along one of our many trails such as Cape Wrath trail or Strathnaver trail. Visit our beautiful beaches at Handa Island, a wildlife haven to Puffins, Razorbills and an array of other seabirds. Local communities across the Highlands are welcoming and rich in culture with community events and Highland games taking place throughout the year. Sutherland truly is a hidden gem waiting to be explored.

Because our people matter

We recognise that our people are fundamental to the success of our business. Investing in our people, premises and processes is at the heart of what we do. In addition to a competitive base salary, you will benefit from:

Work-life balance

• 6.8 weeks annual leave, inclusive of bank holidays
• Additional holiday entitlement for your birthday

Wellbeing

• Private Medical Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programme: 24/7 confidential helpline
• Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay
• Initiatives focused on colleague wellbeing

Development

• £1250 CPD allowance with 40 hours paid CPD leave pro rata
• Certificate support
• Learning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia Academy
• Access to Vetlexicon - our online encyclopaedia provider
• All our Vets & Nurses can apply for research funding
• All our Vets get £1250 per annum to spend via our Care Fund
• Infection Prevention and Control Programme
• Quality Improvement Programme

Professional Memberships

• BVA membership
• VDS cover
• RCVS fees

Colleague Benefits

• Company pension scheme. IVC Evidensia will make a contribution as well
• Supporting a greener commute to work with a Cycle to Work scheme and Green Cars Scheme, subject to eligibility criteria
• Voluntary benefits: we give you the flexibility to choose from a range of voluntary benefits to suit you
• Access to discounts/cashback with hundreds of participating retailers
• Discounted treatment for your own pets at an IVC Evidensia practice

Up to £65,000 DOE.