ECC Vet Surgeon: Cardiology Focus, 4‑Day Week

Village Vets; Ashbourne; Remote; EUR 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health cash plan

Pension scheme

Gym membership subsidy

Free pet health plan

Paid charity day

Additional leave with service

VCI Registration and VDS indemnityFees

Funded CPD including, allowances, etc.

Statutory sick pay

Enhanced maternity, paternity and adot

Bike to work scheme

Job summary

Village Vets Ashbourne is seeking an experienced ECC clinician with a keen cardiology interest to join our 24-hour hospital. The role offers a 4-day week and 40 hours per week, with on-site facilities and a supportive team.

We welcome candidates with 5+ years in small animal practice, VCI registration, and a desire for ECC/Cardiology development. Prior ECC/referral hospital experience is advantageous. You will be part of a busy, multidisciplinary team providing cardiology and emergency care.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in small animal practice.
• VCI Registration is required.
• ECC/Cardiology qualifications desirable.
• Experience in ECC or 24-hour referral hospital preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality care in consultations and surgery.
• Triage emergencies and devise rapid diagnostics and treatment plans.
• Make time-critical clinical decisions in life-threatening cases.
• Perform emergency procedures, including trauma care and GDV surgery.
• Interpret blood work, imaging, and urinalysis to guide treatment.
• Manage critically ill patients with anaesthesia and ICU support.
• Collaborate with teams and maintain accurate records.

Skills

ECC Interest

Emergency care

Team collaboration

Education

VCI Registration

Job description

Village Vets Ashbourne is seeking an experienced ECC clinician with a keen cardiology interest to join our 24-hour hospital. The role offers a 4-day week and 40 hours per week, with on-site facilities and a supportive team.

We welcome candidates with 5+ years in small animal practice, VCI registration, and a desire for ECC/Cardiology development. Prior ECC/referral hospital experience is advantageous. You will be part of a busy, multidisciplinary team providing cardiology and emergency care.