Veterinary Surgeon

Batchelor Davidson & Watson Vet group are seeking a new Veterinary Surgeon to join their team across their two Edinburgh practices (Hillhouse and Newhaven). At CVS, we put our colleagues first, giving you the support you need to provide the best possible care. From clinical to non-clinical challenges, you'll always have the resources and teams alongside you. We'll be your biggest supporter; it's in our nature. With market leading learning, on the job training, and collaboration with skilled colleagues, you'll have the tools to grow whether you're building confidence early in your career or looking to deepen your expertise. From advancing in your current role to exploring new leadership or specialist pathways, we provide the support and opportunities to help you achieve your goals.

At Batchelor Davidson & Watson we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional care to both patients and clients, fostering a collaborative and nurturing work environment where every team member is valued and heard. We take great pride in our commitment to quality care and are looking for someone who shares our values and passion. This is an exciting opportunity to join our close-knit team. We are a very friendly, approachable team and we have a great work ethic in-house and we are invested in continuously improving clinical practice. Wellbeing and support for each other are vital to us and always at the forefront of our minds.

We are seeking a GP Veterinary Surgeon to join our fun, friendly and supportive team. We would also consider certificate holder or special skill such as cardiology/imaging/dermatology, etc but this is not essential. You will also be:

• Driven by shared passion to provide the best possible care to animals, you're committed to delivering outstanding care to support our patients and their owners.
• Confident in your clinical skills, you'll be able to take on surgical and medical cases and carry out diagnostic investigations with precision.
• Keen to develop, you're committed to gaining further confidence in clinical skills so that you can manage or lead on different case types.
• A natural mentor and team player, you'll enjoy supporting and inspiring all colleagues to help them thrive.
• Client care comes naturally to you, you know how to create a positive, reassuring experience that builds trust and long-lasting relationships.
• As an experienced vet you'll be comfortable handling a varied caseload, offering guidance to the wider team and contributing to shaping clinical standards.

Rota: 40 hours a week across 4 days but we can be flexible, so please let us know what you would prefer. No OOH. We are based in Edinburgh, commutable from Livingston, Grangemouth, Falkirk, Dunfermline, Cowdenbeath, Kirkcaldy, Penicuik, Bonnyrigg, Dalkeith, Haddington and other locations in the Fife, West Lothian, Mid Lothian and East Lothian areas.

At CVS, we know that care for our patients starts with dedicated people like you. That's why we invest in your growth and your future. When you join our team, you'll receive:

• RCVS & VDS fees paid in full
• Generous CPD allowance, BSAVA library access, 450+ courses, and fully funded postgraduate qualifications (CertAVP, PgCert) with tuition, exams, and study leave covered
• Up to 33 days holiday (with option to buy/sell)
• Relocation package and visa fees covered (where applicable)
• Access to Vet Oracle telemedicine specialists, Advanced Clinical Services Network and Regional Clinical Leads for case support and mentoring
• Health cash plan, Employee Assistance Programme, Wellbeing Champions and enhanced family leave policies
• Staff pet care discounts – 50% off services, MiPet food and medications

Interested? Please click apply now! For further details or an informal chat, please contact Jim in the recruitment team at jim.mcdowell-massar@cvsvets.com. To submit an online application, click Apply Now, upload your CV and we will be in touch.

We're committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome, valued and able to do their best work. We foster an inclusive and equitable workplace, where diverse perspectives are invited and people feel safe to speak up. Wellbeing support is always available, from monthly line-manager check-ins to our network of 400 Wellbeing Champions, Pastoral Support Vets and personal mentors. We offer leading benefits and policies, such as our Health Shield which provides support for physical and mental health. Our aim is to free up clinical colleagues to do what they do best, so we offer practices a wide range of operational support. Central expert HR, recruitment, payroll, IT, finance, procurement teams are on hand to support with all aspects relating to the smooth running of each practice. We prioritise investment in our facilities, delivering significant enhancements across numerous practices through a dedicated multi-million-pound improvement fund.