Veterinary Surgeon – FTC

Vets Now; Liverpool; Hybrid; GBP 68,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CPD allowance

Paid leave & more

Private medical insurance

Annual leave

Staff pet care discount

Professional memberships

Job summary

Vets Now Liverpool is seeking a Veterinary Surgeon on a 12-month fixed-term basis to provide emergency care after hours and during bank holidays. The role offers up to £75,000 DOE and a robust benefits package, with a 40-hour average week in a 1:3 night/weekend rotation. Applicants from diverse backgrounds are encouraged, with part-time options considered.

The team emphasises development, coaching, and access to professional qualifications in a fast-paced ECC environment in Liverpool.

Qualifications

• Qualified veterinary surgeon with veterinary degree.
• Prepared for emergency and critical care in a busy clinic.
• Willing to work a 40-hour week including nights and weekends on a 1:3 rotation.

Responsibilities

• Provide emergency veterinary care when needed.
• Work within ECC and imaging teams to diagnose and treat emergencies.
• Engage in ongoing coaching and professional development.

Skills

Emergency care

Surgical skills

Clinical excellence

Education

Veterinary degree

Tools

Imaging skills

Job description

Veterinary Surgeon – 12-month fixed term contract

Up to £75,000 DOE plus benefits

Now for emergency and critical care at Vets Now Liverpool

At Vets Now Liverpool, our committed team of vet surgeons, registered veterinary nurses, animal care assistants and receptionists work hard through the nights, weekends, and bank holidays to ensure sick and injured pets get the very best care when daytime vets are closed. We’re looking for a Vet Surgeon to join our team, on a fixed term full‑time basis, to provide emergency care when it’s needed the most.

Now for work‑life balance

This role consists of working an average of 40 hours per week across weekday nights, weekend days and nights on a 1:3 rotation, as well as a share of bank holidays – never working more than three nightshifts in a row. We appreciate that one size doesn’t fit all and are happy to consider part time applicants.

Now for enhanced rewards and benefits

Our exceptional benefits package includes, but is not limited to:

• £1,500 CPD allowance plus 35 paid hours pro rata
• 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 development and on‑going coaching

Working in an emergency setting, will sharpen and develop your veterinary skills. We invest heavily in the continuous professional development of all our people, and, as a Vet Surgeon you will have access to professional qualifications, progression opportunities and on‑going coaching. Liverpool is a fast‑paced clinic with a mix of charity and private cases, and you will have the ability to work with ECC and Imaging Cert holders.

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 at Vets Now with confidence.

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.