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An exciting opportunity has opened up at Lamond Vets for a Clinical Lead Veterinary Surgeon following an internal promotion. We are looking for a passionate, dedicated, and experienced Veterinary Surgeon eager to advance their leadership and teaching abilities. This role offers the chance to shape and enhance our clinic, achieve impactful results, and lead our clinical team to its fullest potential.
You will play a key role in the day-to-day management of the practice, providing exceptional care while mentoring and guiding your colleagues, delivering exceptional care and making a real difference in the lives of pets and their owners. You’ll also have the opportunity to deepen your own professional knowledge. While an interest or certification in surgery is preferred, it is not essential.
Fix or flex - find your perfect balance
Our people are at the heart of everything that we do, that’s why we know that work-life balance is vital in supporting our people to be their best selves. Our flexible approach to rota patterns and working hours offers a balance that truly flexes with you and your lifestyle no matter what stage you are in your career.
Our typical day runs from 8:30am - 6:30pm with protected breaks and lunchtimes. The full-time position includes a 40-hour work week across 4 days with a share in 1:4 Saturdays. Our weekends are Saturdays only and are shared evenly between our full-time vets. These run from 9am - 4pm with a two-hour gap for lunch and in case there have been any admissions to catch up on.
Meet like-minded professionals
We are conveniently located just a 5-minute walk from Livingston South Rail Station, with ample parking available on-site. With an outstanding reputation built over 66 years, we were proud to be voted 'Best Scottish Vet' in 2018, 2019, and 2020 by our clients.
We provide a high-end first opinion service, equipped with advanced facilities including laparoscopic surgery, orthopaedic equipment, VetSEAL, endoscopy, rhinoscopy, ultrasound, digital and dental x-ray, and an in-house laboratory. Our recently refurbished, state-of-the-art clinic ensures an efficient workflow. We handle a large and diverse caseload, supported by many loyal, long-standing clients. We also collaborate closely with the Scottish SPCA and local charities, providing surgeries, consultations, and legal casework.
Our motivated, friendly team is made up of 9 Veterinary Surgeons, 14 Registered Veterinary Nurses, 3 Veterinary Care Assistants and 8 Support Team staff. Our team includes certificate holders in surgery, ophthalmology, dermatology, and internal medicine, ensuring access to expert support and knowledge.
Because our people matter
We recognise that our people are fundamental to the success of our business. Investing in our people, premises and processes is at the heart of what we do. In addition to a competitive base salary, you will benefit from -
Work-life balance
*6.8 weeks annual leave
*Additional holiday entitlement for your birthday
Wellbeing
*Private medical insurance
*Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay
*Cycle to Work scheme
*Initiatives focused on employee wellbeing
*Non-accidental injury support
Development
*£1250 CPD allowance with 40 hours paid pro rata
*Learning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia Academy
*Access to Vetlexicon - our online encyclopaedia provider
*All our Vets & Nurses can apply for research funding
*All our Vets get £1000 per annum to spend via our Care Fund
*Infection Prevention and Control Programme
*Quality Improvement Programme
Professional Memberships
*BVA membership
*VDS cover
Additional
*Pawsome Benefits - reward gateway giving discounts and cashback with 100’s of retailers
*Pension - 5% Employee/3% Employer
*Discounted staff pet
Up to £75,000 DOE
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An exciting opportunity has opened up at Lamond Vets for a Clinical Lead Veterinary Surgeon following an internal promotion. We are looking for a passionate, dedicated, and experienced Veterinary Surgeon eager to advance their leadership and teaching abilities. This role offers the chance to shape and enhance our clinic, achieve impactful results, and lead our clinical team to its fullest potential.
You will play a key role in the day-to-day management of the practice, providing exceptional care while mentoring and guiding your colleagues, delivering exceptional care and making a real difference in the lives of pets and their owners. You’ll also have the opportunity to deepen your own professional knowledge. While an interest or certification in surgery is preferred, it is not essential.
Fix or flex - find your perfect balance
Our people are at the heart of everything that we do, that’s why we know that work-life balance is vital in supporting our people to be their best selves. Our flexible approach to rota patterns and working hours offers a balance that truly flexes with you and your lifestyle no matter what stage you are in your career.
Our typical day runs from 8:30am - 6:30pm with protected breaks and lunchtimes. The full-time position includes a 40-hour work week across 4 days with a share in 1:4 Saturdays. Our weekends are Saturdays only and are shared evenly between our full-time vets. These run from 9am - 4pm with a two-hour gap for lunch and in case there have been any admissions to catch up on.
Meet like-minded professionals
We are conveniently located just a 5-minute walk from Livingston South Rail Station, with ample parking available on-site. With an outstanding reputation built over 66 years, we were proud to be voted 'Best Scottish Vet' in 2018, 2019, and 2020 by our clients.
We provide a high-end first opinion service, equipped with advanced facilities including laparoscopic surgery, orthopaedic equipment, VetSEAL, endoscopy, rhinoscopy, ultrasound, digital and dental x-ray, and an in-house laboratory. Our recently refurbished, state-of-the-art clinic ensures an efficient workflow. We handle a large and diverse caseload, supported by many loyal, long-standing clients. We also collaborate closely with the Scottish SPCA and local charities, providing surgeries, consultations, and legal casework.
Our motivated, friendly team is made up of 9 Veterinary Surgeons, 14 Registered Veterinary Nurses, 3 Veterinary Care Assistants and 8 Support Team staff. Our team includes certificate holders in surgery, ophthalmology, dermatology, and internal medicine, ensuring access to expert support and knowledge.
Because our people matter
We recognise that our people are fundamental to the success of our business. Investing in our people, premises and processes is at the heart of what we do. In addition to a competitive base salary, you will benefit from -
Work-life balance
*6.8 weeks annual leave
*Additional holiday entitlement for your birthday
Wellbeing
*Private medical insurance
*Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay
*Cycle to Work scheme
*Initiatives focused on employee wellbeing
*Non-accidental injury support
Development
*£1250 CPD allowance with 40 hours paid pro rata
*Learning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia Academy
*Access to Vetlexicon - our online encyclopaedia provider
*All our Vets & Nurses can apply for research funding
*All our Vets get £1000 per annum to spend via our Care Fund
*Infection Prevention and Control Programme
*Quality Improvement Programme
Professional Memberships
*BVA membership
*VDS cover
Additional
*Pawsome Benefits - reward gateway giving discounts and cashback with 100’s of retailers
*Pension - 5% Employee/3% Employer
*Discounted staff pet
Up to £75,000 DOE
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