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Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal

Inglis Vets Hospital, Dunfermline, Dunfermline, Scotland

Discipline: Small Animal

Full Time, Flexible

Up to £65,000 DOE

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At inspiring vet care, our people are at the heart of everything we do. As the UK’s number one vet care provider, we're trusted with the care of over 2 million animals, delivering our purpose of healthier animals and happier owners.

 

Inglis Vets are looking for a Veterinary Surgeon to join our large, friendly, and forward-thinking team based in Dunfermline. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a progressive practice offering a genuinely varied caseload, strong clinical support, and excellent opportunities for development within a collaborative and supportive environment.

 

This role offers an excellent balance of hospital and branch work, typically split between two days at the hospital and two days at a dedicated branch practice. This structure allows you to enjoy the variety and continuity of first-opinion practice while building strong relationships with clients and their pets, alongside exposure to a diverse and more complex hospital caseload.

 

You will primarily work from a designated branch, enabling you to establish continuity of care and become a familiar face to clients, although there may be occasional opportunities to support other branches across the group to provide holiday and sickness cover. Hospital shifts include the management of hospitalised and intensive care patients, emergency presentations, and more advanced medical and surgical cases, offering excellent opportunities to expand your clinical experience and confidence.

 

You’ll be supported by an experienced multidisciplinary team including RVNs, Animal Care Assistants, and a dedicated Client Care team, alongside visiting specialists in orthopaedics, dermatology, and ophthalmology.

 

Practice Highlights

 
  • Busy main hospital supported by 8 branch practices across Fife and Central Scotland, offering a diverse and varied caseload
  • Excellent balance of hospital and branch work, allowing you to build strong client relationships while gaining exposure to more advanced medical and surgical cases
  • Large emergency and critical care caseload supported by our own in-house Out of Hours service, with experienced Night Nurses on-site throughout the night
  • Large, supportive team of approximately 100 colleagues, including 30 Veterinary Surgeons, 40 RVNs and Animal Care Assistants, and 30 dedicated Support Staff
  • Strong clinical support from an experienced team with excellent staff retention and a collaborative working culture
  • Wide range of certificate holders and advanced practitioners across multiple disciplines, including Surgery, Cardiology, Ophthalmology, Dermatology and Acupuncture
  • Regular access to visiting specialists in Orthopaedics, Dermatology and Ophthalmology, providing excellent opportunities for case discussion and development
  • Encouraging environment for professional growth, with support for certificate study and the freedom to develop individual clinical interests
  • Clinical training centre for veterinary students at Cowdenbeath, reflecting our commitment to education and mentoring
  • Hydrotherapy treadmill available at our Hospital Hill branch, enhancing rehabilitation and patient care services
  • Fantastic location offering an excellent work-life balance, with easy access to Edinburgh, the Fife coastline and the beautiful Perthshire countryside
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    How You’ll Make a Difference

     

    As a Veterinary Surgeon, you’ll work collaboratively with the wider practice team to deliver a high standard of patient and client care across a varied and rewarding caseload.

     

    You’ll continue to develop your clinical skills and interests while sharing your knowledge and experience with colleagues, contributing positively to the clinical culture of the practice. You’ll be an integral member of the clinical team, delivering excellent care and supporting the ongoing development of those around you.

     
  • Deliver high-quality consultations, diagnostics, and treatment plans across a varied caseload
  • Perform routine surgical procedures and support the management of more complex hospital cases
  • Provide care for hospitalised and intensive care patients during hospital shifts
  • Build strong client relationships and continuity of care within branch practice
  • Work collaboratively with RVNs, Animal Care Assistants, and the wider clinical team
  • Participate in the in-house Out of Hours rota with support from experienced Night Nurses
  • Contribute positively to the supportive and collaborative culture of the practice
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    Working Pattern

     
  • 40 hours per week
  • Full-time typically worked over 4 weekdays Monday-Friday between 7:45am and 7pm
  • 1 in 12 blocks of night duty (4pm–8am)
  • Generous stand-down period following night duty blocks
  • 1 in 12 weekend day rota
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    Life in Fife & Central Scotland

     

    Based in Dunfermline, this role offers the opportunity to enjoy an excellent balance between city access and outdoor lifestyle. With Edinburgh within easy reach and the beautiful Fife coastline and Perthshire countryside nearby, the area is ideal for those looking to enjoy both professional opportunity and quality of life outside of work.

     

    You Might Be a Great Fit If...

     

    You are a confident and motivated veterinary surgeon who enjoys working as part of a team and is committed to delivering high-quality patient and client care. You’ll bring:

     
  • A Veterinary degree and registration (or eligibility to register) with the RCVS
  • Experience working in clinical practice with growing confidence in routine medical and surgical cases
  • Strong communication skills and the ability to build effective relationships with clients and colleagues
  • A proactive approach to learning, with openness to feedback and development
  • Professionalism, reliability, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively
  • Enthusiasm for delivering high clinical standards and excellent patient care
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    How We’ll Support You

     

    We’re committed to supporting your ongoing development and wellbeing. 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
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    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
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    Inglis Vets Hospital, Dunfermline

    120 Halbeath Road, Dunfermline, Dunfermline, KY11 4LA, United Kingdom

    Animals treated

    Dogs, cats & small pets

    Exotic Friendly

    Rabbit Friendly

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    At IVC Evidensia we are a committed to Diversity, Equality, Inclusion and Belonging, we are keen to hear from candidates from all minority and diverse groups. As a Disability Confident Employer, we are keen to hear from candidates with disabilities and long-term health conditions and would be happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process.

    Any questions before applying?

    Speak to Taylor Findlay from our recruitment team who would be happy to help you with any questions you have before applying for this role.

    Senior Talent Partner

    Taylor Findlay

    taylor.findlay@ivcevidensia.com