OOH Vet Surgeon | East Sussex | Full or part time

British Veterinary Association; England; On-site; GBP 61,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

A veterinary practice in East Sussex is seeking a Night Veterinary Surgeon to join their experienced team. This role offers an exciting chance to manage a variety of cases while ensuring exceptional patient care in a supportive, RCVS-accredited environment. Ideal candidates will have confidence in Emergency and Critical Care, exhibit compassion, and thrive in teamwork. Benefits include a balanced work schedule and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Experience in Emergency and Critical Care.
• Ability to work independently and lead during overnight shifts.
• Commitment to high standards of patient care.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload from multiple practices.
• Work alongside a highly experienced Night Nurse.
• Ensure excellent continuity of care during shifts.

Skills

Emergency and Critical Care

Compassionate communication

Team collaboration

Job description

I am working with a practice in East Sussex who is looking for an OOH Vet Surgeon to join their team. My client is looking for an experienced and approachable Night Veterinary Surgeon to join our friendly and supportive team at our RCVS-accredited hospital. This role is an exciting opportunity to be part of our growing medicine and emergency team, managing a varied caseload from multiple practices. You’ll be working alongside a highly experienced Night Nurse and Animal Nursing Assistant, with full ward handovers to ensure excellent continuity of care. They are seeking someone who enjoys the challenge of Emergency and Critical Care, thrives in a collaborative environment, and is committed to delivering exceptional patient care.

The Role

• Hours:7pm – 9am
• Full-time:4 nights on, 8 nights off
• Part-time:4 nights on, 20 nights off
• Sole charge, with full handover support
• Opportunities for additional shifts available

This role offers the best of both worlds, professional challenge and genuine work-life balance.

Salary

• Full-time:£61,159 – £65,405 (based on 32.67 hours per week)
• Part-time:£32,500 – £35,850 (based on 16.38 hours per week)

About You

• Confident in Emergency and Critical Care
• Compassionate, proactive, and a team player
• Committed to high standards of clinical care
• Comfortable working sole charge overnight

🌙 This is a rare opportunity to step into an outstanding role that combines professional development, excellent work-life balance, and the chance to be part of a supportive, experienced team.

Please get in touch if you like the sound of this opportunity!