Opportunities in Pitlochry, Perth & Kinross, Scotland, United Kingdom

Salary up to £70,000 DOE, Welcome Bonus up to £5,000 plus Relocation Allowance up to £5,000

At inspiring vet care, our people are at the heart of everything we do. As the UK’s number one vet care provider, we're trusted with the care of over 2 million animals, delivering our purpose of healthier animals and happier owners.

Heartland Vets is looking for an enthusiastic Veterinary Surgeon to join our friendly and supportive team in the heart of Highland Perthshire. This is a permanent mixed animal role, with fixed-term opportunities also considered for the right candidate.

This is a genuinely varied position with a strong mixed caseload, offering excellent opportunities to develop across both small and large animal practice within a supportive, close-knit team.

Practice Highlights

• True mixed practice with approximately 60% small animal and 40% large animal caseload
• Large animal work including beef cattle, sheep, pigs, deer, poultry and camelids
• Equine work including vaccinations, dentistry and occasional colic cases
• Small animal caseload including dogs, cats and rabbits
• Two-site practice with a main hub in Aberfeldy and branch practice in Pitlochry
• Experienced and supportive team including 5 Veterinary Surgeons, 3 RVNs, a Student Veterinary Nurse and 6 support colleagues
• Digital radiography and ultrasound facilities
• Ovacyte faecal analyser and stance analyser
• PRP therapy equipment, bull fertility testing equipment and motorised equine dental kit
• Diverse geographical coverage providing a varied and rewarding caseload

Life in Highland Perthshire

Based in Aberfeldy, Heartland Vets offers an exceptional quality of life in one of Scotland’s most scenic regions. Surrounded by mountains, rivers and lochs, the area is ideal for those who enjoy outdoor living, with opportunities for hill walking, cycling, paddleboarding, rafting and exploring nearby Munros.

Highland Perthshire combines a strong sense of community with excellent accessibility to Perth, Dundee, Stirling, Glasgow and Edinburgh, offering the perfect balance of rural living and modern convenience.

How You’ll Make a Difference

As a Veterinary Surgeon, you’ll play an important role in delivering high-quality clinical care across a varied mixed caseload while contributing to a supportive and collaborative team environment.

You’ll have the opportunity to develop your interests across small animal, farm and equine work, building strong client relationships and making a meaningful impact within the local community.

Working Pattern

• Full-time and part-time applications considered
• Flexible working patterns available, including condensed hours and school-hour arrangements where possible
• No routine weekend commitments outside of the out-of-hours rota
• 1 in 5 out-of-hours rota covering weekends and weeknights
• Time off in lieu provided following weekend out-of-hours commitments

General Responsibilities

• Deliver clinical care across small animal, farm and equine cases
• Manage consultations, surgical procedures and emergency presentations
• Participate in the out-of-hours rota
• Work collaboratively across both practice sites to support continuity of care
• Build strong client relationships across a diverse rural community
• Contribute positively to a supportive and team-focused clinical culture

You Might Be a Great Fit If...

You are a confident and motivated Veterinary Surgeon who enjoys the variety and challenge of mixed practice. You’ll bring:

• A Veterinary degree and registration with the RCVS
• Experience in, or a strong interest in, mixed animal practice
• Confidence managing a varied caseload across multiple species
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build lasting client relationships
• A flexible, collaborative and proactive approach to clinical practice
• A commitment to delivering high standards of patient and client care

Unfortunately, this role is not suitable for new graduates or vets requiring a structured graduate development programme. Please refer to our IVC Graduate Academy.

How We’ll Support You

At inspiring vet care, 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 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

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