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Ardene House Veterinary Practice are looking for an enthusiastic Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon to work within our multidisciplinary hospital located in the western suburbs of Aberdeen. The position would suit either an experienced or more recently qualified vet as our veterinary team have a high level of experience and would be able to offer support where required.

You will have excellent communication skills and develop good relationships with our wonderful clients by providing a high standard of patient care and prioritising continuity of care. Our vets, nurses and support staff all work towards our vision of providing exceptional veterinary care to our patients. A preference for consulting would complement our existing team.

Are you looking for a better work life balance?

Our flexible approach to rota patterns can truly enrich your work life balance. We know that everyone has demands and priorities outside of their career and we want to make it easy for you to strike the right balance. Whether you need to do the school pick up, need reduced hours during school holidays or would simply like a more flexible rota pattern we can fix or flex our patterns to suit your needs.

Our opening hours are 8am - 7pm Monday to Friday and 8am - 4pm on Saturday. Our full-time vets work 35 hours per week across 4 or 5 days, with a share in 1:3 Saturdays and there is no out of hours commitment. We encourage part time and flexible working candidates to apply.

Why join Ardene House?

We are proud to host a team of skilled professionals, including both surgical and medical certificate holders. We collaborate with renowned specialists who visit regularly to offer specialised clinics in cardiology, dermatology, and pain management. Recently we have welcomed Aberdeen Veterinary Referrals who provide orthopaedic and internal medicine referrals within our modern facility.

The small animal department at Kingswells is home to a talented team of 7 Vets, 8 Nurses, 2 VCAs, 2 SVNs, and a brilliant team of receptionists Our staff work alongside our dedicated farm animal and equine colleagues, ensuring comprehensive care across multiple specialisms. Each day, we have nurses assigned specifically to consulting, kennels, anaesthesia, surgery, and preparation, optimising patient care and workflow.

We foster a culture of CPD and specialisation, supporting our team in pursuing certificates and advanced studies, fully funded by the practice. Located in spacious, purpose-built premises in Kingswells, our facilities include ample parking and state-of-the-art equipment.

Our department is equipped with cutting-edge technology, including a digital radiography room, a dental suite featuring the latest IMS rotating dental radiography machine and processor, ultrasonography, CT scanner, endoscopy, and laparoscopy facilities. We boast two surgical theatres, one with a dedicated preparation area, an in-house laboratory, extensive kennel areas, a separate cattery, critical care, and isolation wards. During general anaesthesia, we prioritise patient safety with advanced equipment such as sevoflurane anaesthesia, multiparameter monitoring systems, and bear huggers.

In Bridge of Don, our branch is staffed by 1 Vet, 2 SVNs and 4 Receptionists, ensuring personalised care and attention to every pet and client. The surrounding area offers a vibrant blend of city life in Aberdeen, Scotland's oil capital, alongside easy access to coastal areas, parks, woodlands, rivers, and mountains. Kingswells is also well-connected, with excellent transport links including regular bus services to and from the city centre and easy access to the A90, making commuting straightforward for both clients and staff.

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, inclusive of bank holidays

*Additional holiday entitlement for your birthday

Wellbeing

*Private Medical Insurance

*Employee Assistance Programme: 24/7 confidential helpline

*Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay

*Initiatives focused on colleague wellbeing

Development

*£1250 CPD allowance with 40 hours paid CPD leave pro rata

*Certificate support

*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 £1250 per annum to spend via our Care Fund

*Infection Prevention and Control Programme

*Quality Improvement Programme

Professional Memberships

*BVA membership

*VDS cover

*RCVS fees

Colleague Benefits

*Company pension scheme. IVC Evidensia will make a contribution as well

*Supporting a greener commute to work with a Cycle to Work scheme and Green Cars Scheme, subject to eligibility criteria

*Voluntary benefits: we give you the flexibility to choose from a range of voluntary benefits to suit you

*Access to discounts/cashback with hundreds of participating retailers

*Discounted treatment for your own pets at an IVC Evidensia practice

Up to £65,000 DOE