IVC Evidensia
OOH Veterinary Surgeon - Large Animal
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Salary up to £31,000 (1 week on / 3 weeks off) + £7,500 Relocation Allowance + Vehicle + Accommodation Provided
At Seafield Vets, we are proud to support the rural farming community across Moray. We are seeking a dedicated Veterinary Surgeon to join our Farm24 out-of-hours team, delivering essential emergency care to farm and equine clients.
This is a unique opportunity to focus purely on emergency work, supporting local farms and equine clients at critical times, while benefiting from an exceptional work-life balance. Our Farm24 model allows our daytime vets to focus on routine and preventative care, while our out-of-hours team provides seamless 24-hour support.
Practice Highlights
- Dedicated Farm24 out-of-hours service supporting farm clients
- Strong relationships with local pedigree beef and sheep farms
- Varied emergency caseload with a strong focus on surgical obstetrics
- Opportunity to work independently while supported by an experienced wider team
- Central hub based in Keith, covering Moray and surrounding areas
- Accommodation provided for on-call weeks, with option to work from home if local
About IVC Evidensia
IVC Evidensia is the UK and Europe’s leading veterinary care group, made up of over 900 practices and referral hospitals, united by a shared purpose of happier animals, happier owners.
At IVC Evidensia, we believe careers should be built without limits. Our people are supported to make more clinical impact, access more career opportunities, and play an active role in their local and professional communities. Through investment in learning, innovation, and wellbeing, we create environments where our teams can grow in confidence, capability, and fulfilment—at every stage of their career.
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How You’ll Make a Difference
As an Out of Hours Veterinary Surgeon, you’ll play a key role in delivering emergency care to farm and equine clients across the region.
- Provide emergency veterinary care for farm and equine cases, including surgical obstetrics
- Work independently to assess, diagnose, and manage a wide range of emergency presentations
- Build strong relationships with local farmers and clients
- Collaborate with the wider practice team to ensure continuity of care
- Contribute to a high standard of clinical service within the Farm24 model
Working Pattern
- 1 week on, 3 weeks off rota
- On-call shifts: 6pm–8am Monday–Thursday, and 6pm Friday to 8am Monday
- Option to discuss alternative rota (e.g. 1 week on / 1 week off, salary adjusted)
Life in Moray
Located in Keith, in the northeast of Scotland, this role offers access to an exceptional rural lifestyle. The area is surrounded by stunning landscapes, from the Moray coastline to the Cairngorms National Park. Whether you enjoy hiking, wildlife, water sports, or exploring Scotland’s famous whisky trails, Moray offers a fantastic quality of life and a welcoming community.
You Might Be a Great Fit If...
You are a confident and motivated veterinary surgeon with an interest in farm and equine emergency work. You’ll bring:
- A Veterinary degree and registration (or eligibility) with the RCVS
- Experience in farm and/or equine practice, with confidence in emergency care
- Strong clinical decision-making skills and ability to work independently
- An interest or experience in surgical obstetrics
- Excellent communication skills and a proactive, professional approach
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How We’ll Support You
At IVC Evidensia, 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 IVC academy training centres & 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 & RCVS fees
- Cycle to Work and Green Car schemes (eligibility applies)
- Retail discounts and cashback offers
- Reduced-cost veterinary care for your own pets
£0 - £31,000 a year
Up to £31,000 DOE
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