Veterinary Surgeon

Miller & Swann Elgin have opening for a Veterinary Surgeon to join on a maternity cover basis.

You'll be joining our friendly team of veterinary surgeons, registered veterinary nurses, receptionists and administrative support; all contributing to provide the best clinical care to our patients and clients. We are an RCVS-accredited general practice in the heart of Elgin, Scotland, which is a fantastic community with great connections for those who have an appetite to explore all that Morayshire has to offer.

We offer a salary ranging up to £60,000 per annum plus benefits. For Vets relocating to the area, we can support you with a relocation allowance.

The role

This Veterinary Surgeon opportunity is a full-time, maternity cover position; on a on a 4-day per week rota, including 1 night on call per week, and 1 weekend per month.

The successful Veterinary Surgeon will have access to support from Vet Oracle; a unique range of digital teleservices, led by veterinary specialists and referral clinicians who provide interpretations and clinical advice in their respective disciplines; including medicine, radiology, cardiology, dermatology, oncology, neurology, ophthalmology, dentistry

As well as enjoying our well-equipped practice and a busy, varied caseload, you will have access to a range of benefits. In addition, you will be supported in the development of your clinical and non-clinical skills, including self-leadership, teamwork, wellbeing, resilience and business.

Why us

Elgin lies on the south coast of the Moray Firth in Scotland, roughly midway between Inverness and Aberdeen. Known as the ‘whiskey region', there are many local distilleries, cathedrals (once classed as Scotland's most beautiful), and you are close to sandy beaches and relatively near to some major cities (36 miles to Inverness and 57 miles north west to Aberdeen). In Elgin, you are well connected with regular trains and driving with an hour to the beautiful Cairngorms, a few minutes from the coast.

Also in Elgin, there is a great variety of primary and secondary schools, full of history with beautiful buildings.

Salary and Benefits

Salary is up to £60k, dependent on experience. 

• Dedicated CPD support and access to a suite of internal courses developed by our in-house learning & development team of Veterinary Surgeons and Veterinary Nurses
• Wellbeing initiatives, including access to over 280 wellbeing champions across our group
• Other Health and Wellbeing benefits include the Employee Assistance Programme, Cycle to Work scheme, and discounted Gym Membership
• Forward-thinking policies including fertility treatment, Pregnancy Loss, extended sick pay, enhanced Maternity, Paternity, and Adoption leave
• CVS Save as you earn scheme – purchase discounted shares in the company and benefit from the Group's increase in share price over that time!
• Health cash plans, discounted critical illness cover, 8 weeks' pay to support exceptional life events, and private medical insurance available after the first month of service at discounted rates
• Vet Oracle, our support platform for veterinary colleagues that provides expert advice and support across a range of clinical areas
• Giving Back Day – a chance to volunteer for a charity/cause of your choice
• RCVS and VDS support
• Discounted Treatment for your Pet/s

Interested or ‘To apply'

For an informal chat about this role, or to arrange a visit to the practice for a warm welcome, please contact Dave on 07780 436 395 or at david.vaughan@cvsvets.com

To submit an online application, click ‘Apply Now', upload your CV, and we'll be in touch.

CVS is committed to being a fully inclusive place to work where all our colleagues are encouraged and supported to be themselves, where difference is celebrated and where everyone feels able to deliver their best. We are also determined to build a workforce that is more representative of our diverse communities and the people we provide our services to.

routecandidate: david.vaughan@cvsvets.com