Northumberland, County United Kingdom

Night Veterinary Surgeon
County Durham, UK

7 Nights On, 21 Nights Off | Accommodation Available

Are you an ECC-focused Veterinary Surgeon looking for an excellent work-life balance alongside a rewarding clinical caseload? We are working with a well-established small animal practice in County Durham seeking a Night Veterinary Surgeon to join their dedicated out-of-hours team.

This role offers the opportunity to work just one week in every four
, giving you three weeks off between rotations while remaining part of a supportive and clinically progressive team.

• Permanent Night Veterinary Surgeon position
• 7 nights on, 21 nights off rota
• Shifts:
  
  7:30pm – 8:30am
• Dedicated handover periods at the start and end of every shift
• Flexible working options available, including a potential mix of day and night work
• Suitable for experienced ECC vets or those looking to further develop their emergency and critical care skills

You'll be supported by a dedicated overnight team consisting of:

• 1 Veterinary Surgeon
• 1 Registered Veterinary Nurse
• 1 Auxiliary Team Member

The overnight workload is manageable and allows for excellent patient care, with typically:

• 1–2 consultations per night
• Average inpatient numbers around 4 patients
• Busy nights involving 10–15 inpatients

The practice is exceptionally well equipped with access to:

• In-house laboratory
• Digital radiography
• Ultrasound
• Upper and lower GI endoscopy
• Rigid female canine cystoscope
• Bronchoscope
• Advanced diagnostic equipment

You'll also have the support of experienced colleagues and certificate holders across multiple disciplines, creating an excellent environment for learning and development.

• Two on-site apartments available for accommodation if required
• Visa sponsorship can be considered for strong candidates, subject to approval

• Salary £40,000-£45,000 depending on experience
• CPD allowance and ongoing training support
• RCVS membership paid
• Two additional professional memberships covered
• VDS cover
• Discounted veterinary fees
• Company sick pay

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Veterinary Surgeon seeking a genuine work-life balance, excellent clinical support and the chance to develop their ECC skills within a friendly and well-equipped practice.