Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon - Dundee
| Posting date: | 08 January 2026 |
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| Salary: | £40,000 to £60,000 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 07 February 2026 |
| Location: | Dundee |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Purosearch |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | JOB-56690-20726 |
Summary
Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon – Dundee, Scotland
• Outstanding work/life balance – No on-call duties, 6.4 weeks’ holiday plus an extra day off for your birthday
• Exceptional clinical support – RCVS Advanced Practitioners and certificate holders across multiple disciplines, with funded and encouraged CPD
• State-of-the-art facilities – RCVS Hospital status, ISFM Feline Gold Standard accreditation, in-house CT, laparoscopy and modern purpose-built premises
• Fantastic location & salary – Based in Dundee with easy access to coast and countryside, offering a salary of up to £60,000 DOE
An exciting opportunity is available for an enthusiastic Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon to join a friendly, progressive and growing practice based in Dundee, Scotland. This modern, purpose-built practice is committed to delivering outstanding patient care while ensuring an excellent quality of life for its team.
The Practice
The practice operates from large, modern premises in a beautiful central location, with easy access to hills, countryside and stunning beaches. The Dundee surgery has recently completed a significant extension and now proudly holds RCVS Hospital status and ISFM Feline Gold Standard accreditation, reflecting the high standards of care delivered by the team.
Facilities include:
• In-house CT scanner
• Laparoscopic surgery equipment
• Multiple operating theatres
• Dedicated feline-only facilities
• Excellent diagnostic and hospitalisation capabilities
The Team & Clinical Support
You will be joining a highly skilled and supportive team, including:
• RCVS Advanced Practitioners / certificate holders in orthopaedics, surgery, cardiology and diagnostic imaging
• Certificate holders in medicine, feline medicine and dermatology
• Referral services in ophthalmology and behaviour/pain management
Collaboration, mentoring and professional development are actively encouraged, with fully funded CPD available.
Work/Life Balance & Benefits
Team wellbeing is a core priority, offering:
• No on-call duties
• 6.4 weeks annual leave plus an additional birthday holiday
• Excellent support from colleagues
• A healthy and sustainable work/life balance
The Role
• Full-time position (part-time applications considered)
• Confident with routine consults and surgeries
• Previous experience in practice preferred, but exceptional new graduates are welcome to apply
• Opportunity to grow clinically within a supportive hospital environment
The Location
Dundee is a vibrant coastal city set on the River Tay, offering excellent amenities, culture, and outdoor pursuits. With beautiful scenery on your doorstep and a thriving city lifestyle, it’s an ideal place to live and work.
Salary
• Up to £60,000 depending on experience
How to Apply
For more information or for a confidential chat, please contact Lily on 01904 570056 or email l.thorpe@purovets.com
To view all our vacancies, please visit https://purovets.com/veterinary-jobs/
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.
Ref no: JOB-56690