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OOH Veterinary Surgeon

Job in Colchester, Essex County, CO1, England, UK
Listing for: Vets for Pets
Full Time position
Listed on 2025-12-25
Job specializations:
  • Outdoor/Nature/Animal Care
    Animal / Pet Care, Veterinary
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 80000 GBP Yearly GBP 80000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

OOH Veterinary Surgeon – Vets for Pets, Colchester

During the ongoing need for a competent and dedicated Out of Hours Veterinary Surgeon, the Colchester Vets4

Pets Referral Hospital invites experienced professionals to join our team at our purpose-built, Advanced RCVS Accredited Small Animal Referral Hospital.

Role Overview

The position offers flexible rota patterns such as 4 on/8 off, 5 on/10 off, 7 on/14 off, or a tailored schedule that suits you and the hospital team. You will manage emergency and urgent cases, provide overnight inpatient care, and ensure the highest standard of clinical care is delivered out of hours.

Responsibilities
  • Manage emergency and urgent veterinary cases.
  • Provide overnight care for inpatients.
  • Collaborate with a skilled night RVN team and support from the day referral clinical team.
  • Maintain clinical excellence in all out-of-hours procedures.
Why Join Us
  • Work in a brand-new, multidisciplinary Veterinary Referral Hospital.
  • Part of a stable clinical team of over 40 professionals, inc. Advanced Practitioners and specialists.
  • Access to advanced equipment & facilities: CT, ultrasound, endoscopy suite, operating loupes, slit lamp, Cryo Pen, fully equipped ICU.
  • 24/7 onsite hospitalisation with dedicated night RVNs and auxiliary staff.
  • Opportunity for ECC skill development or a certificate in your field of interest.
  • Competitive salary of £80,000 per annum (FTE) dependent on experience.
  • 5 on / 10 off rota for long, uninterrupted periods away from practice.
  • Supportive, positive culture that values night vets.
  • Accommodation provided if required.
Qualifications

Experienced veterinary surgeon with a strong interest in Emergency and Critical Care (ECC) suitable for an all‑rounder.

Contact

For more information or to apply, please contact JF Nell (JVP) at

Equal Opportunities Employer

We are an Equal Opportunities Employer.

Location

Colchester, CO3 8PB

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