At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide high-quality veterinary care and support a close-knit team in a dynamic environment.
- Company: MBM Vets, a supportive practice with modern facilities across Ayrshire.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, generous holiday, private medical insurance, and ongoing professional development.
- Other info: Flexible working hours and opportunities for consult-only roles available.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in animal care while enjoying a healthy work-life balance.
- Qualifications: Degree in Veterinary Medicine and experience in small animal practice.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 70000 £ per year.
Your next opportunity: Looking for a role that offers clinical variety, flexibility and a welcoming team environment? MBM Vets are seeking a Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon to join their experienced team on a 12-month fixed-term contract covering maternity leave.
Based across their well-established Ayrshire practices, this is an excellent opportunity to enjoy a varied caseload, modern facilities and strong clinical support, while benefiting from a healthy work-life balance and the chance to make a real impact within a close-knit team. Whether you're looking for a fresh challenge, a change of location, or a high-quality fixed-term opportunity, MBM Vets can offer a rewarding next step in your veterinary career.
This role is primarily based within the Kilmarnock branch, with shifts also required across Beith and Mauchline. The caseload offers a varied mix of consultations, surgery, inpatient care and hospital work, with flexibility available depending on clinical interests and preferred working style. The team would also happily consider vets seeking a consult-only role.
Practice Highlights:- Purpose-built practice facilities across three Ayrshire branches
- Digital and dental radiography
- Ultrasound including colour Doppler
- Endoscopy, ECG and electrocautery equipment
- Comprehensive in-house laboratory with full haematology and biochemistry capabilities
- Dedicated daily lab nurse supporting efficient in-house case workups
- 15-minute consultations as standard, with extended appointments for complex cases
- Vets Now hosted on-site for seamless inpatient and emergency continuity
- Strong referral relationships alongside excellent in-house medical and surgical capabilities
- Certificate holders in cardiology, surgery and medicine
- Deliver high-quality consultations, diagnostics and surgical care across a varied caseload
- Manage inpatient and hospital cases with support from an experienced nursing and veterinary team
- Work collaboratively across branch and hospital settings to provide excellent continuity of care
- Contribute to clinical discussions, case planning and patient management
- Build strong relationships with clients through excellent communication and compassionate care
- Support and contribute to a positive and collaborative team culture
This is a full-time, 12-month fixed-term contract providing maternity leave cover, with flexibility around how your hours are worked across the week.
- 12-month fixed-term contract (maternity cover)
- 40 hours per week
- Shifts worked between 8:30am and 7:00pm Monday to Friday
- Hours can be worked over 4 or 5 days
- 1 in 3 Saturday mornings (8:30am-1:00pm)
- No out-of-hours responsibilities
- Consult-only opportunities available
MBM Vets place genuine importance on work-life balance and are open to discussing individual working preferences to help create a schedule that works for both the successful candidate and the practice.
You Might Be a Great Fit If:- You are a confident and caring veterinary surgeon who enjoys working within a close-knit team environment and delivering high standards of patient care.
- A degree in Veterinary Medicine and registration (or eligibility) with the RCVS
- Experience in small animal general practice
- Confidence with consultations, routine surgery and inpatient care
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- A proactive and positive attitude towards learning and clinical development
- A commitment to providing exceptional patient and client care
Based close to the beautiful Ayrshire coastline, MBM Vets offer the perfect balance of professional opportunity and lifestyle. With excellent transport links to Glasgow and Central Scotland, the area is ideal for those who enjoy outdoor pursuits including hill walking, cycling, equestrian sports, water sports and golf.
Whether you're looking for a fresh challenge, a change of scenery, or a rewarding fixed-term opportunity within a supportive and well-equipped practice, MBM Vets would love to hear from you.
How We’ll Support You:We’re committed to supporting your ongoing development and wellbeing. When you join us, you’ll benefit from:
- Clear career pathways with progression 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 your capabilities
- A collaborative, values-led culture focused on care, community and continuous improvement
- 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
- Up to £70,000 DOE
Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal FTC in Kilmarnock employer: MBM Vets
MBM Vets is an exceptional employer that prioritises work-life balance and offers a supportive, collaborative environment for veterinary professionals. With modern facilities across Ayrshire, a commitment to ongoing development, and a focus on employee wellbeing, this role provides a unique opportunity to thrive both personally and professionally while making a meaningful impact in the community.
