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

New Priory Vets Brighton; Lewes; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A veterinary clinic in Brighton is seeking a passionate vet to join their emergency and critical care team on a full-time, fixed-term contract. The position offers competitive compensation, extensive benefits including a generous CPD allowance, and an opportunity to work in a supportive environment with state-of-the-art equipment. Ideal candidates should have a commitment to clinical excellence and strong communication skills.

Benefits

6.6 weeks annual leave

Private medical insurance

Generous CPD allowance

BVA membership paid

Discounted veterinary fees

Qualifications

• Experience in emergency and critical care preferred.
• Commitment to clinical excellence and strong communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide emergency and critical care for patients.
• Work with specialists and support staff in a team setting.
• Utilize state-of-the-art equipment and pursue continuous learning.

Skills

Emergency and critical care experience

Strong communication skills

Teamwork

Evidence-based medicine dedication

Job description

New Priory Vets are welcoming applications from clinicians with a passion for ECC who are interested in join their team on a full-time, 9 month fixed terms contract.

At our RCVS-accredited practice in Brighton, we offer a sustainable approach to ECC night work with split shifts (4:30 pm-12:30 am or 10:30 pm-9:30 am). This structure allows you to pursue your ECC passion without burnout.

Why join us?

• Diverse Caseload - First-opinion emergencies, inpatient care, and referral cases
• Supportive Team - Work alongside specialists, Advanced Practitioners, experienced night RVNs, and dedicated ACAs
• State-of-the-Art Equipment - On-site CT, laparoscopy, extensive in-house diagnostics
• Brighton Location - Experience the best of city, countryside, and seaside living

What we’re looking for

We’re seeking a team-focused vet with experience in emergency and critical care-or someone eager to develop in this area. If you have enthusiasm and a commitment to clinical excellence, we have the expertise to support and train you. Strong communication skills and a dedication to practice evidence-based medicine are essential.

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.

Work-life Balance and Wellbeing

• 6.6 weeks annual leave allowance (pro rata)
• Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay
• Private Medical Insurance
• Birthday leave

Development

• Generous CPD allowance of £1500 per year (pro rata)
• Certificates and further study encouraged and funded.
• 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 gets £1250 per annum to spend via our Care Fund
• Infection Prevention and Control Programme
• Quality Improvement Programme

Professional Memberships

• BVA membership paid
• VDS cover

Additional Benefits

• Discounted veterinary fees
• Various discounts including retail & gym memberships, cycle to work scheme via Pawsome platform.
• Service-related company sick pay
• Sponsorship for overseas employees
• Private pension scheme

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