Locum Veterinary Surgeon – Hawick

This is a mixed animal locum opportunity in the Scottish Borders, offering a varied caseload in a well-equipped practice environment. Based in Hawick, the role will suit a Veterinary Surgeon who enjoys the balance of small animal and farm work, with the benefit of a supportive team and a structured rota. If you are looking for a locum position with clinical variety and a collaborative setting, this is worth your consideration.

Key Details

• Dates: Covering the Month of September
• Job Type: Locum
• Profession: Veterinary Surgeon
• Speciality: Mixed Animal Vet
• Location: Hawick, Scottish Borders
• Working Pattern: 4 to 5 days per week
• Weekends: Share of weekends
• OOH: Midweek night on-call included
• Duties: Mixed small animal and farm caseload, consultations, routine procedures, first-opinion work
• Clinical Setting: Supportive mixed practice environment

Why You'll Love This Role

• You will have the opportunity to work across a genuine mixed caseload with support from an experienced clinical team. The rota provides structure while still allowing for a varied day-to-day workload, and the practice places value on clear handovers and continuity of care.

About the Role

• This locum position covers both small animal and farm work, with involvement in consultations, diagnostics, and routine first-opinion work. Standard surgical procedures may be required where appropriate, depending on caseload and clinical need.
• You will be working alongside an experienced team that includes Veterinary Surgeons who can provide support and clear handovers. The role is designed to promote safe decision-making and a smooth clinical workflow.
• The rota includes a midweek night on-call commitment, together with participation in the weekend rota. This is a position for a capable Veterinary Surgeon who is comfortable working across a varied mixed practice caseload.

About the Practice

• This is a well-equipped veterinary surgery in Hawick, in the Scottish Borders. Facilities include digital radiography, an in-house laboratory, and a dedicated dental suite.
• The team consists of 10 colleagues, including 4 experienced Veterinary Surgeons. The practice offers a supportive environment with flexible working patterns and a commitment to continuous professional development.
• The setting provides access to varied mixed practice cases within a stable client base. It is also part of a wider group, while maintaining a collaborative and practical approach to clinical work.

If you are a suitably experienced Veterinary Surgeon looking for a mixed locum role in Hawick, please apply or enquire for further information.

Job Reference No: JN-35007