On-Call Veterinary Surgeon – Small Animal(UK Visa Sponsorship)
Job Description
Ready for a Different Kind of Veterinary Role?
If you’re a confident small animal vet who enjoys emergency work but also values genuine time off, this could be the perfect next step.
We’re relaunching and strengthening our small animal out-of-hours provision in Moray and are looking for a capable, calm and compassionate Veterinary Surgeon to help shape the service. This is an opportunity to play a meaningful role in your local community while working a rota that truly prioritises work-life balance.
The Role
 Independent, Rewarding, Impactful
This is an emergency-focused position, ideal for a vet who:
- Is confident managing urgent and critical cases independently
- Enjoys problem-solving and making sound clinical decisions
- Communicates clearly and compassionately with clients
- Thrives in quieter but high-responsibility working patterns
You’ll provide small animal emergency cover either from our well-equipped practice or remotely from home (if locally based). For those relocating, comfortable accommodation is available during your working week.
- All work is carried out in accordance with the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) professional standards
- Veterinary care is delivered in compliance with the Animal Welfare Act 2006, ensuring the highest legal standards of patient welfare
- A Rota Designed Around Real Life
- We believe exceptional care should not come at the cost of burnout.
Standard Pattern:
One week on, three weeks off
During your working week:
- Monday–Thursday: 6:00pm – 8:00am
- Friday 6:00pm – Monday 8:00am
- Saturday 8:00am–12:00pm covered by the practice
- This structure gives you three full weeks to rest, travel, pursue further study or simply enjoy life in Scotland.
- We’re also open to a one-week-on, one-week-off pattern, with salary adjusted accordingly.
- Annual leave entitlement is aligned with UK statutory guidance
Why Join Our Team?
We serve the Moray community with accessible and personalised veterinary care. After strengthening our equine and farm OOH support, we’re now reinvesting in small animal emergency services — and we’d love you to help build that future.
What We Offer:
- Salary up to £31,000 DOE (based on 1-in-4 rota)
- Up to £7,500 relocation allowance
- Accommodation during your on-call week
- Private medical insurance
- Company pension scheme (in line with UK workplace pension regulations)
- Visa sponsorship for eligible overseas applicants under the Skilled Worker route
- Cycle to Work Scheme (tax-efficient commuting support)
Because Our People Matter
We understand that sustainable veterinary careers require support beyond the consulting room.
 Work-Life Balance
- 6.8 weeks annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays)
- Additional birthday leave
 Wellbeing Support
- Private Medical Insurance
- 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
- Enhanced family-friendly policies
 Professional Development
- £1,250 CPD allowance + 40 hours paid CPD leave (pro rata)
- Certificate funding support
- Access to IVC Evidensia Academy
- Research funding opportunities
- Annual £1,250 Care Fund allowance
- Infection Prevention & Quality Improvement programmes
 Professional Fees Covered
- RCVS registration
- VDS cover
- BVA membership
Veterinary medicines are handled in accordance with UK regulations
Life in Moray
Moray offers an exceptional quality of life. From the Cairngorms National Park to the Moray Firth coastline, outdoor activities are part of everyday life — hiking, paddleboarding, wildlife watching, and exploring Scotland’s famous whisky trail.
- It’s a place where you can work with purpose and truly switch off when your shift ends.
- A Transparent Recruitment Process
We may use AI tools to support parts of the recruitment process, such as reviewing applications. These tools assist but never replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are always made by experienced members of our team.
