New Graduate Mixed Veterinary Surgeon – Scottish Isles

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Accommodation & Vehicle Provided | CPD Funded | Competitive Salary
Are you a recent veterinary graduate looking to launch your career in a truly unique and supportive environment? We’re offering an outstanding opportunity to join a well-established, independently owned mixed practice based in the beautiful and tranquil Isles of Lewis and Harris.
You’ll be joining a welcoming team of five vets (four full-time, one part-time) led by a compassionate and experienced Head Vet who has owned and run the practice for over 35 years. The role offers hands-on experience across small animals, equine, and farm species—including some more unusual cases like alpacas and local wildlife such as otters, seals, and birds of prey.
What’s on offer:
A supportive team with excellent mentorship
Central accommodation and a vehicle provided
Competitive salary (available on request)
Funded and encouraged CPD
Equally shared OOH rota (1 in 5) with a day off in lieu for weekends worked
Every second week is a 4-day working week
Air discount scheme for island residents and excellent transport links to the mainland
This is a rare chance to begin your career with a wide variety of case exposure, excellent support, and the chance to live and work in one of the UK’s most scenic and peaceful locations.