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Out-of-Hours Veterinary Surgeon

Vet-Connect
CompanyVet-Connect
CategoryHealthcare
LocationYorkshire and Humber
Remote
EmploymentNot stated
LevelNot stated
SalaryNot stated by the employer
First seen3 Aug 2026 (the employer did not state a posting date)
Last verified10 Aug 2026
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Description
• +44 115 9459900 Job ID: 16247 Job Title: Out-of-Hours Veterinary Surgeon – RCVS Accredited Hospital Region: Yorkshire and Humber County: West Yorkshire Profession: Veterinary Surgeon Category: Small Animal Position: Permanent Start Date: ASAP End Date: Ongoing Accommodation: No Job Description: We are working with a well-established, RCVS-accredited hospital and emergency clinic seeking an experienced Out-of-Hours (OOH) Veterinary Surgeon to join their dedicated night team. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a large, supportive team of 70 colleagues, including 15 vets, 21 RVNs, 9 SVNs, 6 VCAs, and a strong administrative and management team. The Role 27 hours per week contract 7 nights on, 14 nights off rota Shifts: 8:00pm – 8:00am Consults: 30-minute OOH appointments as standard No accommodation provided You will be part of a dedicated and well-supported night team, including: 1 Night Nurse 1 Night VCA Receptionist until 10pm Additional Twilight Nurse until midnight Clinical Expectations As an advanced practice, this role requires a confident and capable clinician who can work independently overnight. You will be expected to routinely perform and manage: Caesarean sections Pyometra surgeries Exploratory laparotomies (including enterotomy and enterectomy) Complex medical cases such as: Addison’s disease Diabetic ketoacidosis Severe pancreatitis Support & Development Access to certificate holders in: Surgery Medicine Endosurgery Dentistry Strong day team support for complex or challenging cases Certificate sponsorship actively encouraged Candidate Requirements Previous OOH/ECC experience preferred Ability to work confidently and independently in a night setting