Night Veterinary Surgeon - 7 on and 14 off Rota in Southampton

Are you a dedicated and experienced OOH Veterinary Surgeon looking for a role that truly values your expertise and passion for animal care?

This position offers an exceptional environment where your skills will be nurtured, and your career can flourish.

At the employer, colleagues are the priority, providing the support needed to deliver the best possible care.

From clinical to non-clinical challenges, resources and teams are always available to assist.

With market-leading learning opportunities, on-the-job training, and collaboration with skilled colleagues, this role is ideal for those looking to build confidence early in their career or deepen their expertise.

Whether advancing in your current role or exploring new leadership or specialist pathways, the support and opportunities to achieve your goals are abundant.

Life in Southampton is vibrant and collaborative.

This Small Animal practice boasts a passionate team of vets, nurses, PCAs, and receptionists.

The facilities include ultrasound, radiography, dentistry, endoscopic, surgical (including laparoscopic), and ICU equipment expected in a top-tier 1st opinion Hospital, along with an internal laboratory staffed by dedicated laboratory technicians.

The practice also provides an Ophthalmology referral service and has a weekly visiting Cert AVP (GSAS) for advanced orthopaedics.

The friendly and collaborative environment ensures everyone is supported in providing the best possible care to animals.

Key duties and responsibilities

• Work 7 nights on, 14 nights off from 7:00 pm to 8:00 am, with flexibility for the right candidate.
• Handle sole charge responsibilities with a nurse on-site.
• Contribute to case discussions, clinical meetings, and the provision of a progressive veterinary service.
• Provide outstanding care to support patients and their owners.
• Lead on surgical and medical cases, and carry out diagnostic investigations with precision.

Skills and experience

• Proven experience as a veterinary surgeon, comfortable with sole charge responsibilities.
• Strong clinical skills and the ability to lead on various case types.
• Commitment to continuous professional development and gaining further confidence in clinical skills.
• Natural mentor and team player, supporting and inspiring colleagues.
• Excellent client care skills, creating positive and reassuring experiences.
• Ability to handle a varied caseload with clinical autonomy.

The benefits

• RCVS and VDS fees paid in full.
• Salary up to £70K FTE DOE.
• Generous CPD allowance, access to BSAVA library, 450+ courses, and fully funded postgraduate qualifications (Cert AVP, Pg Cert).
• Up to 33 days holiday with the option to buy/sell.
• Relocation package and visa fees covered (where applicable).
• Access to telemedicine specialists, Advanced Clinical Services Network, and Regional Clinical Leads for case support and mentoring.
• Health plan, Employee Assistance Programme, Wellbeing Champions, and enhanced family leave policies.
• Staff pet care discounts.

If you are driven by a shared passion to provide the best possible care to animals and are looking for a role that offers support, growth, and a collaborative environment, this is the perfect position for you.

You must be a qualified Veterinary Surgeon and eligible to register with the RCVS to be considered for this role.

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