Veterinary Surgeon - Equine

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Senior Talent Partner at IVC Evidensia | Europe’s Largest Veterinary Care Provider | Managing Clinical Recruitment for Scotland

Equine Veterinary Surgeon

Salary up to £65,000 DOE, Relocation Allowance up to £5,000 plus Welcome Bonus up to £5,000

Set against the stunning backdrop of Scotland’s northeast coast, Ardene House Veterinary Practice has proudly served its community for many years, earning the trust of generations of clients. We’re now looking for a passionate and forward-thinking Equine Veterinary Surgeon to join our friendly and supportive team at our Kingswells practice in Aberdeen. This is a permanent position offering a rewarding and varied caseload that reflects the diversity of our patients—from beloved family ponies to elite competition horses.

This role offers true flexibility and can be tailored to suit your clinical interests. You’ll be involved in a wide range of responsibilities, including thorough physical examinations, diagnostic workups, and developing treatment plans across a broad spectrum of equine conditions. Routine care such as vaccinations, dentistry, and ambulatory visits are part of the day-to-day, along with shared emergency and out-of-hours work.

We also welcome orthopaedic, surgical, and medical referrals from surrounding practices, providing excellent opportunities for professional growth in a collaborative and well-equipped environment.

• Thorough physical examinations, diagnostic workups, and developing treatment plans across a broad spectrum of equine conditions
• Routine care including vaccinations, dentistry, and ambulatory visits
• Shared emergency and out-of-hours work
• Welcoming orthopaedic, surgical, and medical referrals from surrounding practices
• Contributing to a collaborative team environment with access to advanced diagnostic and therapeutic equipment

Our flexible approach to rota patterns and working hours truly tips the scale on your work life balance. We know that everyone has demands and priorities outside of their career and we want to make it brilliantly easy for you to strike the right balance.

The full-time hours for this role would be 40 hours per week; we are open to speaking to candidates seeking part time / flexible working hours. Our current out-of-hours rota is 1:8, supported by a dedicated on-call vet, with a Friday off after a weekend on-call. Whether you are looking to fix or flex your work patterns, we can find the right solution for you.

Our modern, purpose-built equine unit at Ardene House is equipped to support best clinical practice, with seven stables, dedicated trot-up areas, a synthetic surface outdoor school, treatment room, stocks, knockdown box, and a fully equipped surgical theatre. We also offer a wide range of advanced diagnostic and therapeutic equipment, including portable DR radiography, multiple ultrasound scanners, surgical and rehab lasers, and video arthroscopy and endoscopy.

You’ll be joining a truly collaborative and friendly team of international equine vets, an equine RVN, nursing assistants, and office staff who share a passion for delivering high-quality care in a supportive, inclusive environment. With open communication, clinical discussions, and a healthy dose of humour at the heart of our culture, you’ll be supported by colleagues with advanced qualifications in internal medicine, dentistry, and ECC, alongside visiting specialists and regular CPD activities such as journal clubs and case discussions.

Working in Aberdeenshire offers the perfect blend of peaceful countryside living and convenient access to city life. From paddle boarding along the coast to hiking in the Cairngorms or taking a relaxing stroll on Balmedie Beach, the region is a paradise for nature lovers. At the same time, Aberdeen City offers a vibrant cultural scene with theatres, galleries, restaurants, and shopping, giving you plenty of options to enjoy your time off and feel part of a thriving community.

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