Veterinary Surgeon - Emergency Out of Hours

VC Evidensia UK; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join an innovative veterinary team in a brand-new facility in Plymouth, dedicated to providing exceptional emergency care. This role offers a unique opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology, including the first Veterinary CT machine in the area. You will be part of a collaborative environment that prioritizes professional development and work-life balance, with generous leave and CPD support. If you are passionate about animal care and looking to make a significant impact in emergency veterinary services, this position is perfect for you. Experience a fulfilling career while enjoying a supportive workplace culture that values diversity and inclusion.

Benefits

6.6 weeks annual leave

Private medical insurance

Cycle to Work scheme

Discounted staff pet care

Pension – 5% Employee/3% Employer

Pawsome Benefits – discounts with retailers

Additional holiday for your birthday

Enhanced family-friendly policies

CPD allowance with 5 days paid

Access to Vetlexicon

Qualifications

• Passion for emergency work and experience in surgeries and critical care.
• Veterinary degree required for handling diverse animal species.

Responsibilities

• Provide emergency care and surgeries for pets in critical situations.
• Support the night team with in-patient care and emergencies.

Skills

Emergency veterinary care

Surgery handling

Critical patient management

Compassionate care

Education

Veterinary degree

Tools

Veterinary Computed Tomography (CT)

Job description

Veterinary Surgeon - Emergency Out of Hours

We have an exciting opportunity for an Emergency Out of Hours Vet Surgeon to join our OOH service providing exceptional care for our own clients as well as other feeder practices within the area. For this position we are open to discussing 7 on, 14 off OR 3-4 nights p/w rota patterns (to include weekend hours as well as week day).

Be a Part of our Brand New Referral Hospital

We’re excited to announce the grand opening of our brand-new veterinary facility in Plymouth, set for May/June 2025. This state-of-the-art clinic, located just 1 mile north of the Devon Expressway (A38), is designed to offer an exceptional environment for both first opinion and secondary referral services.

Our new facility will be equipped with cutting-edge technology, including Plymouth's very first Veterinary Computed Tomography (CT) machine. This advanced equipment will allow us to provide unparalleled diagnostic capabilities to our patients.

The building features dedicated wards for dogs, cats, rabbits, and exotics, ensuring that each species receives specialised, compassionate care in a comfortable and stress-free environment. Multiple procedural spaces, all centered around a spacious prep room, will enhance our ability to perform a wide range of treatments and surgeries with ease.

We’ve also made sure our team will have everything they need to work efficiently and comfortably, with a large staff room and office spaces that foster collaboration and well-being.

Join our 24/7 Emergency Service

Our dedicated night team of Vets and Nurses provide the ‘Vetcall’ service for Plymouth between the hours of 6.30pm and 8.30am. A twilight nurse team bridges the day and night teams and we pride ourselves on having dedicated support for worried owners overnight with the Night Nurse and Night Vet remaining on site at all times for in patient care and any emergencies that may occur.

We are looking for someone with a real passion for emergency work and experience in handling surgeries and critical patients. We fully encourage CPD and further qualifications and pride ourselves in fostering a learning environment for all staff to be able to reach their full potential.

Work-life balance

• 6.6 weeks annual leave
• Additional holiday entitlement for your birthday
• Private medical insurance
• Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Initiatives focused on employee wellbeing
• Non-accidental injury support

Development

• £1250 CPD allowance with 5 days paid pro rata
• Certificate support
• Learning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia Academy
• Access to Vetlexicon – our online encyclopaedia provider
• All our Vets & Nurses can apply for research funding
• All our Vets get £1250 per annum to spend via our Care Fund
• Infection Prevention and Control Programme
• Quality Improvement Programme

Professional Memberships

• BVA membership
• VDS cover
• RCVS fees

Additional Benefits

• Pawsome Benefits – reward gateway giving discounts and cashback with 100’s of retailers
• Pension – 5% Employee/3% Employer
• Discounted staff pet care

Plymouth Veterinary Group, Plymouth

Colwill Road, Estover, Plymouth, PL6 8RP, United Kingdom

At IVC Evidensia we are committed to Diversity, Equality, Inclusion and Belonging, and we are keen to hear from candidates from all minority and diverse groups. As a Disability Confident Employer, we are eager to hear from candidates with disabilities and long-term health conditions and would be happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process.

Any questions before applying?

Speak to Kris Reilly from our recruitment team who would be happy to help you with any questions you have before applying for this role.