Veterinary Surgeon

Vets Now; Hull and East Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Joining bonus £10k

CPD allowance

ECC certificate support

Private medical insurance

Seven weeks annual leave

Staff pet care discount

Professional membership fees

Salary up to £80,000

Job summary

Vets Now in Hull is seeking an experienced Veterinary Surgeon to join our busy ECC clinic. The role offers up to £80,000 depending on experience, plus a £10,000 joining bonus, with a 40-hour week across around 3 shifts. Part-time options may be considered for the right candidate.

Join a team led by senior clinicians, with strong nursing support and a focus on work-life balance. We provide CPD, private medical insurance, and generous annual leave as part of our commitment to your ECC career.

Qualifications

• Emergency and critical care experience required.
• Confident handling high caseload in fast-paced ECC environment.
• Ability to multitask and prioritise effectively.

Responsibilities

• Provide emergency and critical care for a busy ECC clinic in Hull.
• Manage a high caseload and coordinate with a skilled nursing team.

Skills

ECC experience

Job description

Veterinary Surgeon

Up to £80,000 DOE

Plus £10,000 Joining Bonus

Now for work-life balance at Hull

Key Responsibilities

Our Hull clinic is a busy and rewarding ECC clinic offering excellent clinical exposure and the opportunity to work alongside a highly experienced nursing team. The clinic manages a high caseload, alongside a significant number of patient transfers. This makes it an ideal opportunity for an experienced Veterinary Surgeon who is confident working in a fast‑paced ECC environment, managing a busy caseload and multitasking effectively.

The team is supported by an exceptionally experienced nursing team, with several nurses having been with the company for many years, including members of the team with 15 and 20 years of experience. All nurses hold ECC certificates, providing a strong level of clinical knowledge and support on shift. The team is led clinically by experienced vets, including Senior Vet Susana, who has over 10 years’ experience as a Veterinary Surgeon.

Rota Pattern

Our full‑time role is based on an average of 40 hours per week, typically working around 3 shifts per week.

We understand that everyone’s circumstances are different, so we are also open to discussing part‑time opportunities for the right candidate.

Qualifications

We’re looking for Veterinary Surgeons who are confident and experienced in emergency and critical care, with the ability to manage a busy caseload, prioritise effectively and multitask in a fast‑paced environment.

Benefits

• Up to £80,000 DOE
• £10,000 Joining Bonus
• £1,500 CPD allowance plus 35 paid hours pro rata
• ECC certificate support – financial and paid study leave
• Enhanced company sick, maternity, paternity and adoption pay schemes
• Private medical insurance
• Seven weeks pro rata annual leave
• Up to 50% discounted staff pet care
• Professional membership fees

Now for innovation

Our AdvantEdge programme includes a one‑week hands‑on practical training, followed by 20 hours of flexible case‑based e‑learning completed at your pace. This blended approach is designed to help you start your career with confidence and build advanced ECC skills quickly.

Next steps

If you’re eager to explore the clinic first hand before submitting your application, you can arrange a visit with the team by contacting Jess in our Talent Team: jessica.allcock@vets‑now.com

Inclusive and Supportive Workplace

We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, including those from diverse and minority groups. As a Disability Confident Employer, we encourage candidates with disabilities and health conditions to apply and are committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process.