At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide top-notch veterinary care for small animals, including consultations and surgeries.
- Company: Join a supportive practice in the beautiful coastal town of Gourock.
- Benefits: Enjoy 6.8 weeks holiday, private medical insurance, and a competitive salary up to £60,000.
- Other info: Flexible working arrangements and clear career pathways for growth and development.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in pets' lives while developing your skills in a collaborative environment.
- Qualifications: Experienced Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon with a passion for first-opinion practice.
The predicted salary is between 50000 - 60000 £ per year.
Join a supportive practice by the coast as an experienced Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon in the picturesque coastal town of Gourock. This position is an excellent opportunity for a confident, experienced GP vet who enjoys all aspects of first-opinion practice, including routine consultations, surgery, and dentistry.
Overview
As a GP vet, you will balance consulting and procedures, building strong client relationships while working with a varied clinical caseload. You will work with a loyal client base, investigate complex cases, and have opportunities to develop your interests in medicine, surgery, or other general practice areas.
Working Pattern & Flexibility
Full-time position: 39 hours over a four-day week (8:30 am-6:30 pm) with a 1 in 4 Saturday morning (8:30 am-12:30 pm). No out-of-hours commitments; Vets Now Glasgow handles emergency and out-of-hours cover. Flexible or part-time arrangements may be considered for the right candidate.
Team, Facilities & Culture
- Our small, experienced team values collaboration, regular case discussions, and team meetings.
- Core clinical interests include a certificate holder in Small Animal Medicine.
- Nursing staff includes a certificate holder in Nutrition and a nurse pursuing an Anaesthesia Certificate.
- Digital radiography
- New dental radiography
- Ultrasound
- Multi-parameter monitoring
- Bair Hugger patient warming system
- Well-equipped first-opinion surgical and consulting facilities
How We’ll Support You
- Clear career pathways with opportunities across primary care, referral, leadership, and specialist roles.
- Funded learning and development, including CPD allowance and access to IVC academy training centres and role-relevant courses.
- £1,250 Annual Care Fund for every vet.
- Access to mentors, regional clinical coaches, and peer networks.
- Support to develop clinical interests and expand capabilities.
- Collaborative, values-led culture focused on care, community, and continuous improvement.
What We Offer Our Team
- 6.8 weeks’ holiday, including bank holidays.
- Private medical insurance.
- Enhanced family leave and pay across maternity, paternity, adoption, and surrogacy.
- BVA membership, VDS cover, and RCVS fees.
- Cycle-to-Work and Green Car schemes (eligibility applies).
- Retail discounts and cashback offers.
- Reduced-cost veterinary care for your own pets.
Salary
Up to £60,000 DOE.
We may use artificial intelligence tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal in Gourock employer: Inspiring Vet Care
Inspiring Vet Care is an excellent employer for those seeking a fulfilling role in veterinary care. Located in King's Lynn, we offer a supportive team environment where you can thrive and develop your career, all while enjoying competitive pay and a range of employee benefits, including annual leave and wellbeing initiatives. Join us to make a meaningful impact on the lives of pets and their owners in our community.
