Veterinary Surgeon - Emergency Out of Hours (9 Month FTC)

Scarsdale Veterinary Group; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A veterinary practice in Derby is seeking an Emergency Out of Hours Veterinary Surgeon for a 9-month contract. The role involves managing inpatients and performing emergency surgeries. The ideal candidate will excel in a fast-paced environment, enjoy non-routine cases, and have experience in emergency care. The position offers a supportive work-life balance and a range of benefits including a competitive salary and a £2000 welcome bonus.

Benefits

Work-life balance

6.6 weeks annual leave

Private medical insurance

Cycle to Work scheme

£1,250 CPD allowance

Discounted staff pet care

Qualifications

• Experience in OOH or in a rotating internship is advantageous.
• Thrive in a fast-paced, challenging yet supportive environment.

Responsibilities

• Look after existing inpatients and perform emergency procedures.
• Work according to a 7 on, 14 off rota pattern.

Skills

Emergency veterinary care

Procedure/surgery skills

Ability to thrive in fast-paced environments

Job description

Overview

Scarsdale Vets Pride Park, Derby is looking for an Emergency Out of Hours Veterinary Surgeon to join their team on a 9 Month Fixed Term Contract (running December '25 - September '26).

This role offers a diverse and steady caseload as we cover OOH for our own practices and a number of surrounding practices. If you enjoy ECC and the challenge of non-routine cases, this role could be exactly what you are looking for. We have an excellent range of facilities and equipment contributing to a high standard of patient care.

Your role will involve looking after the existing inpatients and undertaking procedures/emergency surgery as required (e.g., foreign body removal, GDV, C‑Section, dressing changes).

This is a unique way of working which is ideal for someone looking to increase their exposure to an ECC caseload while following a supportive 7 on, 14 off rota pattern.

The Team

The main hospital is based at Pride Park in Derby and is home to a busy first opinion practice, a multidisciplinary referral service and an out-of-hours service. We have 8 practice sites in addition to the hospital. We have a talented and enthusiastic experienced team of veterinary surgeons supported by an exceptional team of Registered Veterinary Nurses, Veterinary Care Assistants and Client Care Advisors. All our stand-alone practices are RCVS approved. Our main hospital is well equipped with a CT scanner, MRI, Advanced Ultrasound, Endoscopy, Digital X-ray, Dental radiography, and multiple surgical suites, as well as an onsite hydrotherapy & rehabilitation centre and our multi-disciplinary specialist led referral service.

Applicant Requirements

Previous experience in OOH or in a rotating internship would be advantageous but ultimately we are looking for people who thrive in a fast paced, challenging yet supportive environment, where first class patient care is at the core of everything we do.

Why Join Us

Why not come and visit us, see our fantastic hospital, and meet some of the team — we could be just the opportunity you have been looking for!

Because our employees matter

We recognise that our people are fundamental to the success of our business. Investing in our people, premises and processes is at the heart of what we do. In addition to a competitive base salary and £2000 welcome bonus, you will benefit from:

• Work-life balance

• 6.6 weeks annual leave (Pro rata)
• Your birthday as a paid day off

Wellbeing

• 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

• £1,250 CPD allowance with 5 days paid pro rata (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 £1,250 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

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

At IVC Evidensia we are committed to Diversity, Equality, Inclusion and Belonging. We are keen to hear from candidates from all minority and diverse groups. As a Disability Confident Employer, we are happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process.

Competitive Package