Night Veterinary Surgeon

Abbey House Veterinary Hospital Morley; Rothwell; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 81,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5 weeks holiday + bank holidays and</n

Job summary

Abbey House Veterinary Hospital Morley is seeking a Night Veterinary Surgeon to join our dedicated emergency team in Morley, Leeds. The role offers £70,000 per annum depending on experience, with a pattern of 7 nights on and 14 nights off, in a busy Tier 3 hospital environment.

You will work alongside an experienced nursing team, handling a varied emergency caseload and developing ECC skills with strong support from a collaborative team.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality emergency and critical care during night shifts.
• Assess, stabilise and manage emergency cases including medical and surgical emergencies.
• Develop and adapt treatment plans with the nursing team.
• Communicate clearly with clients during challenging situations.
• Hand over or discharge cases as appropriate.

Job description

Night Veterinary Surgeon at Abbey House Veterinary Hospital, Morley, Leeds£70,000 per annum, depending on experience | Full-time | 7 nights on / 14 nights offLove the buzz of ECC?Are you a Veterinary Surgeon who thrives on the challenge of emergency and critical care?Do you enjoy using your clinical skills to solve complex cases, make confident decisions and provide lifesaving care when it matters most?At Abbey House Veterinary Hospital, we’re looking for a Night Veterinary Surgeon to join our dedicated emergency team.This is a role where every shift brings something different. You’ll work in a busy, well-equipped hospital alongside an experienced nursing team, managing a varied emergency caseload and having the opportunity to develop your skills with the support of a highly collaborative team. With a 7 nights on, 14 nights off working pattern, you’ll have plenty of dedicated time away from work to recharge, pursue your interests and enjoy life outside the hospital.Why join Abbey House?A varied and rewarding caseloadNo two nights are the same. You’ll have the opportunity to manage a wide range of emergency and critical cases, from stabilising critically ill patients through to working up complex medical and surgical presentations. It’s a fantastic opportunity to build your confidence, develop your clinical decision-making and continually expand your ECC experience.Excellent clinical facilitiesYou’ll be working from a Tier 3 hospital with outstanding facilities and equipment, supported by a highly skilled and dedicated team.Our facilities include:Full imaging suite, including X-ray and multiple ultrasound scanners4 operating theatres with a dedicated surgical nursing team and certificate-holder-led servicesDedicated dental suite with dental X-rayRigid and flexible endoscopy, including laparoscopyExcellent inpatient facilities with separate dog, cat and exotic wardsDedicated day and long-stay wardsICU facilitiesOn-site laboratory with dedicated technician, including haematology, biochemistry, coagulation and EPOCSeparate dog and cat waiting areas7 consult roomsYou’ll have the tools and clinical support you need to provide a high standard of care throughout the night.A team that has your backEmergency work can be challenging, which is why having the right people around you matters.You’ll be joining a supportive, friendly and experienced team that values collaboration, open communication and looking out for one another.Our Associates are fundamental to our success, and we’re proud to have some of the finest specialists, Veterinary Surgeons and nurses in the UK within our wider team. We also take wellbeing seriously. Our Colleague Council organises regular social events, while our Engagement Action Plan has been developed together with our team. We have trained Mental Health First Aiders on site and continue to invest in our wellbeing agenda.About Abbey HouseAbbey House Veterinary Hospital is a Tier 3 Hospital in Morley, West Yorkshire, just a short train journey from Leeds.We are a high-standard primary care and mid-tier referral hospital, supported by five satellite clinics, with a strong focus on clinical quality and continually developing our people and services. And when you’re not at work, you’ll have easy access to some fantastic places to explore, with the beautiful Peak District nearby and the historic city of York less than an hour away.Sustainability is also important to us, and we’re proud to hold the Investors in the Environment Green Award.Your roleAs a Night Veterinary Surgeon, you’ll be responsible for providing high-quality emergency and critical care throughout your shifts. You’ll have the opportunity to:Confidently assess, stabilise and manage critically ill or injured patientsPerform emergency medical and surgical proceduresDevelop appropriate treatment plans and adapt them as patients respond to treatmentMake strong, evidence-based clinical decisions in challenging situationsManage cases through to the appropriate point of handover or dischargeCommunicate clearly and compassionately with clients during often difficult and emotional situationsWork closely with our experienced nursing team to provide excellent patient careContribute to a positive, collaborative and supportive team environmentWhat we’re looking forWe’re looking for a Veterinary Surgeon who:Has a genuine interest in emergency and critical careIs confident managing emergency medical and surgical casesCan remain calm and make sound clinical decisions under pressureHas excellent communication skills and can explain diagnoses, prognoses and treatment options clearly to worried ownersEnjoys working collaboratively as part of a close-knit teamTakes a practical, adaptable and can-do approachIs committed to delivering high-quality patient and client careWants to continue developing their clinical skills and ECC experienceThe working patternFull-time | 7 nights on / 14 nights offHours: 7pm–8:30amThe working pattern gives you the intensity and variety of emergency practice while providing two weeks away from the hospital after every seven-night block — giving you genuine time to rest, recharge and enjoy everything life outside work has to offer.What we offerWe want our Associates to feel valued, supported and able to build a fulfilling career with us. As part of the Mars family of businesses, you’ll also have access to development opportunities across the wider group.Our benefits include:5 weeks’ holiday, plus bank holidays and your birthday offRelocation supportRCVS and VDS fees paidEmployer pension contributionLife assuranceElectric car salary sacrifice schemeEnhanced equal family leaveExtensive internal and funded external CPDAccess to development opportunities across the wider Mars familyReady for your next challenge?If you’re looking for a night role where you can put your ECC skills to the test, work alongside an exceptional team and make a real difference to patients when they need you most, we’d love to hear from you.Join Abbey House Veterinary Hospital and become part of a team where clinical excellence, teamwork and Associate wellbeing really matter.If you would like to apply for the role or for an informal chat to discuss it further, please get in touch with Paige in the recruitment team [e-mail]#LI-PL1 #LI-OnsiteSalary Value: £70,000 per annum;Salary Description: depending on experience;