Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon - Lanark

Overview

Veterinary Surgeon – Lanark, Scotland

Flexible working hours tailored to individual lifestyles and personal commitments. Modern, well-equipped RCVS-accredited practice with facilities including laser therapy, ultrasound, video endoscopy, and digital x-ray. Supportive and collaborative 14-vet team, ranging from recent graduates to certificate holders, with strong clinical discussion and mentorship culture. Attractive benefits package, including up to £65,000 salary, generous CPD allowance, 33 days annual leave, and enhanced family and wellbeing support.

Beautiful location in the Royal Burgh of Lanark, offering the perfect blend of countryside tranquillity and easy access to Glasgow.

A passionate and forward-thinking Veterinary Surgeon is invited to join a supportive and growing practice that truly invests in its people. This role offers genuine flexibility, with working hours tailored to suit individual lifestyles and personal commitments – because maintaining a healthy work-life balance is just as important as delivering excellent care.

At the heart of the practice are its clients and their pets. As the team continues to expand, the goal remains simple: to provide the highest standard of veterinary care to every patient, every time. With a diverse caseload and a strong support network, the practice welcomes applications from vets at all stages of their career – whether newly qualified or experienced and ready for a new challenge in a collaborative, nurturing environment.

Responsibilities include managing a varied caseload with a 15-minute consult structure; more experienced vets may have occasional sole charge during on-call duties, while less experienced colleagues will have full support from the wider team.

• Beautiful place to live and work:
  The flagship hospital is in the Royal Burgh of Lanark, with easy access to Glasgow (40-minute drive).
• Modern facilities and advanced equipment:
  Lanark hospital and branches in Lesmahagow and Wishaw, with laser therapy, video endoscopy, ultrasound, and digital x-ray.
• Outstanding nursing team:
  Regular clinics and 24/7 cover to ensure high-quality patient care.
• Collaborative team of vets: 14-strong team with varied interests and experiences; regular clinical discussions for shared learning.
• Healthy work-life balance:
  On-call duties are structured to protect personal time, currently one week in eleven.

• Competitive salary – up to £65,000, depending on experience
• Excellent opportunities for career development
• 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
• £1,750 CPD allowance plus 5 days paid CPD leave (enhanced for certificate holders)
• RCVS & VDS fees paid, plus one additional membership (e.g. BSAVA)
• Option to buy or sell holidays
• Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption, and surrogacy pay
• Company sick pay
• Pension scheme (5% employee / 3% employer after 3 months)
• Health Shield cover after 3 months
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Colleague discounts and wellbeing initiatives

Friendly, proactive vets who are looking for a practice that values collaboration, flexibility, and genuine career support are encouraged to get in touch for an informal chat. The team would love to hear what the ideal role looks like – and how they can help make it happen.

For more information or for a confidential chat, please contact Lily on or email  To view all our vacancies, please visit

And don’t forget, if this position is of no interest to you but you know someone who may be interested, please pass on our details. We offer £250 for every successful candidate referral. Terms and conditions apply.

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