Veterinary Surgeon

Veterinary Surgeon – Small Animal FTC Provost Veterinary Group is seeking a dedicated Veterinary Surgeon to join our friendly and supportive team in St Andrews on a 12‑month fixed‑term contract to cover maternity leave. This varied role involves a balance of consultations and surgical procedures, providing excellent opportunities to deliver high‑quality patient care within an experienced team. Working Hours & Rota Full‑time rota includes 40 hours over 4 or 5 days per week, 1 duty shift which could be 9 am–7 pm with no out of hours, and 1 in 5 Saturday morning share. About the Practice Our modern, purpose‑built surgery is located in the beautiful seaside town of St Andrews with 2 branches in the local area. The practice is well‑equipped with high standard facilities including 2 surgical theatres, dental suite, digital and dental X‑ray, endoscopy, Imotek ultrasound machine and in‑house lab. We have designated cat, dog and isolation wards and we are proud to be a Cat Friendly Clinic. Further certification and career progression can be supported. Team & Development Our current team consists of 6 veterinarians, 6 RVNs and 7 support staff. Should you have a niche area of expertise we would welcome this opportunity, we fully support and fund further qualifications and certificates and offer full support and guidance. Location St. Andrews is a seaside town northeast of Edinburgh, on Scotland's east coast. It’s known for its many golf courses, historic university, medieval streets and gorgeous traditional buildings, along with nearby attractions such as St Andrews Cathedral and Scotland's Secret Bunker. Benefits 6.8 weeks annual leave, inclusive of bank holidays Additional holiday entitlement for your birthday Private Medical Insurance Employee Assistance Programme: 24/7 confidential helpline Enhanced family‑friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay Initiatives focused on colleague wellbeing £1250 CPD allowance with 40 hours paid CPD leave pro rata Certificate support Learning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia Academy Access to Vetlexicon – our online encyclopaedia provider All our Vets & Nurses can apply for research funding All our Vets get £1250 per annum to spend via our Care Fund Infection Prevention and Control Programme Quality Improvement Programme BVA membership VDS cover RCVS fees Company pension scheme. IVC Evidensia will make a contribution as well Supporting a greener commute to work with a Cycle to Work scheme and Green Cars Scheme, subject to eligibility criteria Voluntary benefits: you can choose from a range of voluntary benefits to suit you Access to discounts/cashback with hundreds of participating retailers Discounted treatment for your own pets at an IVC Evidensia practice Seniority Level Entry level Employment Type Contract Job Function Health Care Provider Industries Veterinary #J-18808-Ljbffr