Weekend Emergency Veterinary Surgeon (Out-of-Hours)

IVC; Seaford; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 65,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical insurance

6.6 weeks holiday incl bank holidays

RCVS fees covered

BVA membership

Cycle to Work

Retail discounts

Reduced-cost veterinary care

Job summary

inspiring vet care is seeking a confident Veterinary Surgeon for a part‑time Emergency Out of Hours role at our Brighton hospital. The position focuses on weekend and bank holiday day services between 08:00 and 18:30, averaging 11 hours per week.

You will work alongside the ECC team to triage, treat, and monitor urgent cases while supporting colleagues and maintaining excellent client care. A veterinary degree and RCVS registration (or eligibility) are required.

Qualifications

• A Veterinary degree and registration (or eligibility) with the RCVS.
• Experience working in out-of-hours emergency care.
• Strong communication with clients and colleagues.
• Proactive learning mindset and adaptability.
• Professionalism, reliability and ability to work independently and with a team.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high‑quality emergency daytime consultations and OOH care.
• Triaging and managing urgent cases, supporting the hospital vet.
• Collaborate with the ECC team and nursing staff.
• Provide continuity of care during weekend and bank holiday shifts.

Skills

Emergency triage

Communication skills

Team player

Clinical decision-making

Flexible attitude

Education

Veterinary degree

RCVS registration or eligibility

Job description

inspiring vet care is seeking a confident Veterinary Surgeon for a part‑time Emergency Out of Hours role at our Brighton hospital. The position focuses on weekend and bank holiday day services between 08:00 and 18:30, averaging 11 hours per week.

You will work alongside the ECC team to triage, treat, and monitor urgent cases while supporting colleagues and maintaining excellent client care. A veterinary degree and RCVS registration (or eligibility) are required.