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Night Veterinary Surgeon

J792076 Oldbury West Midlands £60K / Year

Night Veterinary Surgeon

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Night Veterinary Surgeon to join a well-equipped 24-hour small animal hospital in the Oldbury area. This permanent position offers an attractive work-life balance with a fixed four-night working week, making it ideal for an experienced clinician who enjoys emergency and out-of-hours work while benefiting from regular time off.

Working in a sole-charge capacity, you'll be supported throughout each shift by an experienced Night Registered Veterinary Nurse, allowing you to provide high-quality emergency and inpatient care within a supportive and well-equipped hospital environment.

Benefits Overview

• Salary around £60,000, with flexibility depending on experience and additional qualifications
• Permanent position
• Fixed Monday to Thursday night rota
• 4 nights on, 3 nights off working pattern
• Fully funded CPD and certificate support
• Supportive and friendly team environment
• Staff discount scheme
• Opportunity to work in a busy, modern 24-hour hospital
• Flexibility for the right candidate

Key Duties

• Provide high-quality emergency and out-of-hours veterinary care
• Manage emergency consultations, diagnostics and treatment plans
• Monitor and care for hospitalised inpatients overnight
• Perform emergency surgical procedures where required
• Work confidently in a sole-charge environment with the support of an experienced Night RVN
• Maintain excellent clinical standards and patient care throughout each shift

Working Pattern

• Permanent position
• Monday to Thursday
• 8:00pm - 8:00am
• Fixed rota offering 4 nights on, 3 nights off

Practice Facilities

• Busy, well-equipped 24-hour small animal hospital
• Dedicated overnight nursing support
• Modern diagnostic and surgical facilities
• Diverse emergency and critical care caseload
• Supportive clinical team with a strong focus on patient care and professional development

Key Skills, Qualifications and Requirements

• BVSc or equivalent qualification recognised in the UK
• RCVS registration (or eligibility)
• Previous experience in emergency or out-of-hours practice preferred
• Confident working independently in a sole-charge environment
• Strong emergency medicine and surgical skills
• Excellent communication and decision-making abilities
• Passion for delivering outstanding patient and client care

Why Apply?

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Veterinary Surgeon looking to focus on emergency and overnight work within a supportive, well-equipped hospital environment. With a consistent four-night working pattern, dedicated nursing support, and excellent opportunities for further professional development through funded CPD and certificates, this role offers both clinical variety and a sustainable work-life balance.

Located in the Oldbury area, this position is ideal for a vet seeking autonomy, rewarding emergency work, and the support of an experienced overnight team

How to Apply:

To apply please click on the link below or call the team on 01423 813453 or email us at [email protected]