An established independent small animal practice with a long-standing history is expanding to create a full 24-hour service and is now seeking an Out-of-Hours / Emergency Veterinary Surgeon.
The clinic is built on strong values, a supportive culture, and genuine commitment to continuity of care.
This is a rare opportunity to join a team-driven environment where clinical freedom, collaboration, and meaningful patient relationships are at the centre of everything they do.
Clinic Snapshot:
- Practice type: Independent small animal practice
- Services: Emergency care, hospitalisation, routine and advanced procedures
- Equipment: Digital X-ray, video endoscopy, laparoscopy, multiparameter monitoring, high-quality ultrasound
- Support: RVN on-site at all times, structured morning handovers, collaborative clinical discussions
- Environment: Values-led, communication-focused, supportive and people-first
Total Rewards:
- Salary: £60,000–£75,000 DOE
- Flexible rota patterns (e.g., 7 on / 14 off open to discussion)
- Funded and supported CPD, including certificates
- RCVS & VDS fees paid
- Generous staff discount (75% off fees, medications at cost)
- Pension scheme
- Cycle to Work scheme
- On-site accommodation (quiet rest space during downtime)
What Makes This Role Different:
- Opportunity to help build and shape a brand-new 24-hour emergency service
- Full clinical autonomy with a highly supportive team behind you
- Genuine continuity of care and patient-first environment
- Protected handover time for safe and consistent patient management
- Strong emphasis on communication, teamwork, and psychological safety
- Independent practice with no corporate constraints
Who You Are
- A capable Veterinary Surgeon confident in emergency and critical care
- Calm, composed and decisive under pressure
- Able to manage a diverse OOH caseload, including hospitalised patients
- Comfortable working independently with RVN support on site
- Open to contributing ideas as the new service evolves
- Suitable for experienced OOH vets or day vets looking to transition into ECC
Qualifications:
- MRCVS registered or eligible
- Experience in emergency veterinary work preferred, but not essential
- Strong clinical decision-making skills and commitment to patient welfare
About the Area:
Located in the Hampshire region, the area offers excellent transport links, scenic countryside, and a welcoming community, an ideal setting for veterinary professionals seeking both career progression and work-life balance.
If you're interested in this position or exploring other UK emergency or independent-practice roles, feel free to reach out:
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