OOH Veterinary Surgeon

WhatsApp Inc.; Westonzoyland; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Purosearch is recruiting an Out of Hours Veterinary Surgeon for a well-established RCVS Tier 2 accredited hospital in Somerset. This permanent role offers an excellent work-life balance and an opportunity to specialise in emergency and critical care within a modern facility.

You will work on-site with dedicated OOH nurses, a structured sleeping rota, and access to CT advanced imaging, ultrasound and endoscopy.

Qualifications

• Qualified veterinary surgeon with eligibility to register with the relevant veterinary body.
• Interest in emergency and critical care.

Responsibilities

• Provide out-of-hours veterinary care in a Tier 2 hospital.
• Work with a dedicated OOH nursing team and access to CT, ultrasound and endoscopy.
• Maintain high standards of patient care with an excellent work-life balance.

Job description

OOH Veterinary Surgeon - Somerset

Company: Purosearch

Salary: £50,000 to £75,000 a year

Hours: Full-time

Location: SOMERSET

Working pattern: On-site

Job type: Permanent

Posting date: 23 Sept 2026

Closing date: 23 Oct 2026

Role Highlights

• Salary up to £75,000 DOE
• Dedicated OOH nurses who manage all incoming calls
• Flexible rota with up to 10 consecutive days off
• Around 40% of night shifts finish by 11pm or midnight
• RCVS Tier 2 Hospital with CT, Endoscopy, Ultrasound and advanced imaging

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Out of Hours Veterinary Surgeon to join a well-established RCVS Tier 2 accredited veterinary hospital in Somerset. This permanent role offers an excellent work-life balance, a supportive emergency team and access to outstanding facilities, making it ideal for a vet with an interest in emergency and critical care.

Established in 1998, the practice provides 24/7 veterinary care from a modern hospital with separate dog, cat and small mammal facilities. As a Cat Friendly Practice, the team is committed to delivering exceptional patient care in a calm and welcoming environment.

Working alongside a dedicated team of experienced OOH nurses who take all incoming calls, you'll be free to focus on clinical cases. A structured sleeping rota means that when there are no inpatients or emergencies, vets can rest while the nursing team manages the phones. Overnight accommodation is also available if required.

The hospital continues to grow its emergency caseload, offering an interesting variety of medical and surgical cases. Facilities include CT advanced imaging, digital and dental radiography, ultrasound, endoscopy and an on-site laboratory, providing excellent opportunities to develop emergency and diagnostic skills.

The Role

• Permanent Out of Hours Veterinary Surgeon
• Salary up to £75,000 DOE
• Flexible rota discussed with the OOH team, including patterns such as 2 on/3 off, 4 on/10 off and 3 on/3 off
• Dedicated OOH support team
• Overnight accommodation available

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Veterinary Surgeon looking to join a progressive hospital that offers a genuinely supportive OOH environment, modern facilities and an excellent work-life balance.