Night Veterinary Surgeon

GLG Vets; Greater London; On-site; GBP 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A veterinary practice in Greater London is seeking an experienced Night Veterinary Surgeon to provide emergency care for pets. The position offers a full-time, permanent contract with a salary of £80,000 per year. Key responsibilities include conducting consultations and managing hospitalised patients overnight, while fostering a supportive environment for junior staff. The role includes great perks such as private medical insurance and extensive professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Private Medical Insurance

Health Cash Plan

Life Assurance

Annual leave plus Bank Holidays

Paid CPD opportunities

Support for Tier 2 Visa sponsorship

Qualifications

• Experience in emergency and critical care (ECC) preferred.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to support and mentor junior staff.

Responsibilities

• Provide emergency care and treatment to pets overnight.
• Conduct consultations and diagnostics for medical cases.
• Manage hospitalised patients and oversee their treatment.

Skills

Emergency care and treatment skills

Excellent communication skills

Team collaboration

Mentoring abilities

Education

RCVS Registered Veterinary Surgeon

Job description

GLG Vets is proud to be working with a renowned veterinary practice in Hendon, Greater London, to help find an experienced Night Veterinary Surgeon to join their dedicated team. If you're passionate about providing top-tier care for animals and thrive in a night-time environment, we would love to hear from you.

Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time

Salary: £80,000 per year

Key Responsibilities

• Provide emergency care and treatment to pets throughout the night, ensuring their health and well-being.
• Conduct consultations, diagnostics, and treatments for various medical and surgical cases.
• Manage hospitalised patients overnight and oversee their treatment plans.
• Work collaboratively with the daytime team to ensure seamless transitions between shifts.
• Support and mentor junior veterinary staff and nurses.

Key Requirements

• RCVS Registered Veterinary Surgeon.
• Experience in emergency and critical care (ECC) or a strong willingness to learn.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to support and mentor other staff members.
• Private Medical Insurance from day one.
• Health Cash Plan from day one (covering dental, physiotherapy, and optical services) with 24/7 Private GP Service.
• Life Assurance of 3x salary.
• Access to 24-hour counselling services (phone or in-person support).
• 5 weeks’ annual leave plus Bank Holidays, increasing to 6 weeks with length of service.
• An additional ‘Day for You’—a paid day off for you to use as you wish.
• Clinical CPD: £1,500 per year plus 3 days’ paid leave.
• Internal CPD and access to Clinical Communities.
• Funded certificate opportunities.
• VDS, RCVS, and BVA fees paid.
• Sabbatical opportunities based on length of service.
• Support for Tier 2 (General) Visa sponsorship and relocation assistance.

How to Apply

If you're looking for a role that offers a great work-life balance and a supportive working environment, please contact Joel Thompson at GLG Vets for more information or to apply. You can reach Joel at [e-mail].