OOH Veterinary Surgeon - Guernsey

Purosearch Ltd.; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 63,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodation may be available

Flights funded

CPD allowance

RCVS membership

Health plan

Salary reviews

Discounted services

Sick pay

Job summary

Purosearch Ltd. is representing an established veterinary group in Guernsey seeking an OOH Veterinary Surgeon to join a growing, RCVS-accredited practice.

Work-life balance is exceptional with 7 nights on followed by 14 nights off, and hours running 15pm–8.15am, with accommodation possibly available. The role offers clinical autonomy supported by an experienced team and a modern hospital opening January 2027.

Qualifications

• Experience in small animals is essential.
• Overnight clinical decision-making with supported autonomy.
• Collaborative approach with a veterinary team.

Responsibilities

• Provide out-of-hours veterinary care, primarily small animals.
• Collaborate with the team for high-quality patient care.
• Maintain accurate medical records and client communication.
• Assist with large animal cases as needed.

Skills

Small animal experience

Overnight decision-making

Clinical autonomy

Job description

Permanent | Full or Part-Time | 7 Nights On / 14 Nights Off | Competitive Salary up to £70,000 (FTE) + Excellent Benefits

A veterinary role with exceptional time off, clinical autonomy and island living.

An exciting opportunity is available for an OOH Veterinary Surgeon to join an established, RCVS-accredited mixed practice in beautiful Guernsey. With a new, purpose-built veterinary hospital opening in January 2027, this is an excellent opportunity to join a growing team and help shape the future of its expanding services.

The Role

Outstanding work-life balance: 7 nights on followed by 14 nights off.

Hours:15pm–8.15am.

• Primarily small animal out-of-hours work, with large animal experience also welcomed.
• Clinical autonomy supported by an experienced, friendly veterinary team.
• Accommodation may be available, subject to availability.

The Practice

The busy, 95% companion animal practice provides high-quality first-opinion veterinary care, supported by experienced vets, certificate holders, skilled RVNs and dedicated reception and administration teams.

The new veterinary hospital, due to open in January 2027, will feature six consulting rooms, four operating theatres, dedicated dog and cat facilities, modern hospitalisation areas, CT and X-ray, dental facilities, space for MRI, dedicated equine facilities and 24-hour veterinary care.

Salary and Benefits

• Competitive salary up to £70,000 (FTE), dependent on experience.
• £2,250 annual CPD allowance and training support following successful completion of probation.
• Paid flights and funded work permit costs.
• Accommodation may be available.
• RCVS membership, two additional professional subscriptions and VDS cover.
• Health Cash Plan and enhanced family leave.
• Company sick pay and annual salary reviews.
• Discounted veterinary services, medication and food.
• Shopping, travel and entertainment discounts.
• Wellbeing support and career progression opportunities.

Why Guernsey?

Guernsey offers an exceptional quality of life, with beautiful beaches, coastal walks, watersports and a welcoming community. It is an attractive location for individuals and families, with good schools, a safe environment and convenient UK transport links.

Island residents can also benefit from a maximum standard income tax rate of 20%, no VAT and no Council Tax.

The Ideal Candidate

The practice is looking for a Veterinary Surgeon with strong small animal experience, confidence in overnight clinical decision-making and a collaborative approach to patient and client care. Vets with additional large animal experience are also encouraged to apply.

For a vet seeking a permanent night veterinary role with genuine work-life balance, clinical autonomy and the opportunity to contribute to an exciting new hospital, this is an excellent opportunity.