On-Call Veterinary Surgeon – Small Animal(UK Visa Sponsorship)

Job Description

Imagine delivering life-saving veterinary care for one focused week, then having the next three weeks completely free. Whether you’d spend that time travelling, exploring Scotland, or simply enjoying a slower pace of life, this role is designed to give you clinical fulfilment without burnout.

We’re offering an exciting opportunity for a confident small animal veterinary surgeon to play a key role in relaunching and shaping our emergency out-of-hours service in Moray. This is more than just an OOH position — it’s a chance to make a real difference to local pets, clients, and referring practices, while enjoying exceptional work–life balance.

The Opportunity

This role is ideally suited to a vet who is comfortable managing emergency and urgent cases independently and enjoys the challenge and satisfaction that emergency work brings. You’ll provide essential overnight and weekend care, working either from your own home (if local) or from comfortable accommodation provided during your working week.

Strong clinical judgement, calm decision-making, and compassionate client communication are key. You’ll be supported by an established daytime team and play an important role in strengthening emergency provision for the wider community.

Working Pattern That Works for You

We’ve designed the rota to protect your wellbeing while allowing you to do your best clinical work.

Standard rota (preferred):

• One week on / three weeks off
• Monday–Thursday: 6:00pm – 8:00am
• Friday 6:00pm – Monday 8:00am
• No expected calls between 8:00am – 12:00pm on Saturdays (covered by the practice)

Alternative option:
We’re also open to discussing a one-week-on / one-week-off pattern, with salary adjusted accordingly.

This flexibility makes the role ideal for vets seeking part-time emergency work, portfolio careers, or those wanting extended personal time between shifts.

Why Join Us?

We’re proud to serve the Moray community with accessible, high-quality veterinary care. Having recently strengthened our large animal and equine out-of-hours services, we’re now investing in small animal emergency care — and we want you to help shape its future.

Alongside a supportive environment and meaningful work, you’ll receive:

• Salary up to £31,000 DOE (based on 1-week-on / 3-weeks-off rota)
• Up to £7,500 relocation allowance
• Accommodation provided during on-call weeks
• Visa sponsorship for eligible overseas candidates
• Holiday allowance taken during off weeks
• Standard IVC Evidensia benefits package
• Living and Working in Moray

Moray offers one of Scotland’s most enviable lifestyles. Nestled between the Cairngorms National Park and the Moray Firth coastline, the area is perfect for outdoor enthusiasts and those seeking space, nature, and community.

From hiking and paddleboarding to wildlife watching and exploring the famous whisky trail, Moray provides a rich quality of life — without the pressures of city living. It’s an ideal place to settle, recharge, and build a rewarding chapter of your veterinary career.

Because Our People Matter

We believe great care starts with feeling supported. That’s why we invest heavily in our people, offering a comprehensive package focused on wellbeing, development, and long-term sustainability.

Work–Life Balance

• 6.8 weeks annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays)
• Additional paid leave for your birthday
• Wellbeing
• Private Medical Insurance
• 24/7 confidential Employee Assistance Programme
• Enhanced family-friendly policies
• Wellbeing initiatives across the business

Learning & Development

• £1,250 CPD allowance
• 40 hours paid CPD leave (pro rata)
• Certificate support
• Access to IVC Evidensia Academy and Vetlexicon
• Research funding opportunities
• Annual Care Fund allowance for clinical innovation
• Professional Memberships
• RCVS fees paid
• VDS cover
• BVA membership

Additional Benefits

• Company pension with employer contributions
• Cycle to Work and Green Cars schemes (subject to eligibility)
• Retail discounts and cashback offers
• Discounted treatment for your own pets at IVC Evidensia practices

Right to Work & Professional Guidance (UK Government Links)

For candidates considering UK employment or relocation, the following official resources may be useful:

• Skilled Worker visa guidance
• UK Visas and Immigration
• Register of Licensed Sponsors (Workers)
• Right to work checks for employees
• Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) registration

A Final Note

We may use artificial intelligence tools to support parts of the recruitment process, such as reviewing applications or assessing responses. These tools assist our hiring teams but do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are always made by people.