OOH Veterinary Surgeon – Large Animal(UK Visa Sponsorship)
Job Description
Support the Farming Heartland of Moray
At Seafield Vets, part of IVC Evidensia, we are deeply rooted in the rural communities of Moray. Our clients include dedicated pedigree beef and sheep farmers who rely on us during critical moments. As a member of our Farm24 Out of Hours team, you’ll deliver consistent emergency care that safeguards both livestock and livelihoods.
This position is designed for a vet who enjoys the challenge of farm and equine emergencies — especially surgical obstetrics — and values meaningful time off to recharge.
The Role: Focused Emergency Work
During your on-call week, you’ll provide overnight and weekend emergency support across Moray. You’ll work independently while remaining closely connected to our day team and local farming community.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Attending farm and equine emergencies
- Performing surgical obstetrics and urgent procedures
- Delivering calm, confident care during high-pressure situations
- Strengthening relationships with farmers and equine clients
- Managing cases either from home (if local) or from provided accommodation
- Spring brings a busy calving and lambing season with varied obstetric cases, while summer allows for a steadier pace and valuable downtime.
- Keith, our base location, offers excellent access to both the Moray coastline and the Cairngorms.
- Work Pattern Designed Around Real Balance
- We believe exceptional veterinary care should not come at the cost of wellbeing.
Primary rota:
- 1 week on call, 3 weeks off
- Monday–Thursday: 6pm–8am
- Friday 6pm through to Monday 8am
- Alternative option: 1 week on / 1 week off (salary adjusted)
- This structure gives you three full weeks each month to explore, travel, pursue CPD, or simply rest.
What’s Included
Financial & Practical Support
- Salary up to £31,000 (DOE, 1:3 rota)
- £7,500 relocation allowance
- Company vehicle
- Comfortable accommodation during working weeks
- Skilled Worker visa sponsorship (where eligible)
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Benefits Package
Time Off
- 6.8 weeks annual leave (including bank holidays)
Birthday leave
Holiday entitlement guidance:
- Wellbeing
- Private Medical Insurance
- 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
- Enhanced family-friendly policies
Information on statutory family leave:
Professional Growth
- £1,250 CPD allowance + 40 hours paid CPD leave (pro rata)
- Certificate support
- Access to Vetlexicon
- Research funding opportunities
- Annual Care Fund allowance
- Quality Improvement and Infection Prevention programmes
- Professional Memberships Covered
- RCVS fees
- BVA membership
- VDS cover
- Additional Perks
- Pension scheme with employer contributions
Cycle to Work scheme
- Green Cars scheme (eligibility criteria apply)
- Retail discounts and cashback offers
- Discounted treatment for your own pets within the IVC network
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Life in Moray
Based in Keith, you’ll be surrounded by rolling farmland, dramatic coastline, and access to the Cairngorms National Park. The region offers outdoor adventure, wildlife, and a strong sense of community — ideal for anyone seeking a slower pace without sacrificing professional challenge.
Recruitment Process
We may use AI-assisted tools during initial application screening. These tools support but do not replace human decision-making. All final hiring decisions are made by experienced recruitment professionals.
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Who This Role Suits
This opportunity is ideal for:
- A confident farm vet comfortable working independently at night
- A surgically minded practitioner with an interest in obstetrics
- Someone seeking genuine work-life balance
A vet looking to relocate to rural Scotland with structured time off
