Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal

Crieff, Perth & Kinross, Scotland

Primary Care - Vet Surgeon – Small Animal /

Crieff Vets [1579] /

On-site

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

Looking for a role where you can enjoy a varied caseload, a supportive team and a fantastic work-life balance in the heart of Perthshire?

Crieff Vets is looking for a Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon to join our friendly and experienced team. As a long-established practice with strong community roots, we're proud to provide high-quality first opinion care while creating an environment where our people feel supported, valued and encouraged to develop.

Based solely at our Crieff practice, you'll become part of a collaborative team that enjoys working together, sharing knowledge and delivering exceptional patient and client care.

Why Join Crieff Vets?

Our practice combines the friendly feel of a community practice with modern facilities and equipment, allowing our team to work up a wide variety of medical and surgical cases.

You'll be joining a supportive team of:

* 6 Veterinary Surgeons

* 5 Registered Veterinary Nurses

* 3 Student Veterinary Nurses

* 2 Animal Care Assistants

* An experienced and welcoming reception team

Our practice is well-equipped with:

* Laparoscopic surgical equipment

* Digital ultrasonography

* IM3 dental radiography

* In-house laboratory

* Digital radiography

* Laser therapy equipment

We see a diverse first opinion caseload, giving our vets the opportunity to enjoy a rewarding balance of consultations, medicine and surgery while building long-term relationships with our loyal client base.

inspiring vet care

Inspiring vet care is the UK and Europe's leading veterinary care group, made up of over 900 practices and referral hospitals, united by a shared purpose of happier animals, happier owners.

We believe careers should be built without limits. Our people are supported to make more clinical impact, access more career opportunities and play an active role in their local and professional communities. Through investment in learning, innovation and wellbeing, we create environments where our teams can grow in confidence, capability and fulfilment at every stage of their career.

What you'll be stepping into

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Veterinary Surgeon who enjoys all aspects of general practice and values working within a supportive, collaborative team.

Your role will include:

* Delivering high-quality consultations and preventative healthcare

* Managing a varied medical and surgical caseload

* Working closely with our experienced nursing and support teams to provide outstanding patient care

* Building lasting relationships with clients through excellent communication and continuity of care

* Contributing to clinical discussions and sharing knowledge within the team

* Pursuing your own clinical interests with support for ongoing development and CPD

Whether you already have an area of particular interest or are keen to broaden your experience as a GP vet, we'll support you in achieving your career goals.

Working Pattern

* Full-time position working 40 hours per week

* Flexible working patterns considered

* Shared weekend and out-of-hours rota (details available on enquiry)

* Part-time applications welcomed

Life in Crieff

Nestled in the heart of Perthshire, Crieff offers the perfect blend of rural charm and modern convenience.

Known for its welcoming community and beautiful surroundings, Crieff is ideal for anyone who enjoys outdoor living, with endless opportunities for walking, cycling, hiking and exploring Scotland's stunning countryside.

You'll also benefit from excellent transport links to Perth, Stirling, Glasgow and Edinburgh, making it easy to enjoy everything Scotland has to offer while living in one of its most picturesque regions.

How We’ll Support You

At inspiring vet care, we’re committed to supporting your ongoing development and well-being. When you join us, you’ll benefit from:

* 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

£0 - £65,000 a year

Up to £65,000 DOE

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

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