Small Animal Vet Surgeon Job, Liverpool, Merseyside, England

Small Animal Vet Surgeon Job, Liverpool, Merseyside, England

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Our client is seeking an experienced veterinary surgeon to join a dedicated out-of-hours service within a well‑resourced hospital environment where emergency and critical care standards are central to daily practice. This role is suited to a clinician who enjoys autonomy overnight while remaining supported by skilled nursing colleagues and established referral pathways.

The position offers consistent exposure to complex emergency presentations, inpatient management, and surgical decision‑making, allowing the successful candidate to fully engage their clinical expertise. A structured rota provides extended time away from work, supporting recovery between shifts while maintaining continuity of patient care.

Responsibilities

• Managing emergency consultations and triaging cases during overnight hours
• Providing surgical intervention for urgent procedures as required
• Overseeing and reassessing hospitalised inpatients throughout the shift
• Collaborating closely with overnight nursing support to deliver seamless care
• Maintaining clear clinical records and handovers for daytime teams

Qualifications

• RCVS registration with experience in small animal practice
• Confidence handling emergency and critical care cases independently
• Strong surgical capability for commonly encountered OOH procedures
• Comfort working nights within a structured rota system

Package

• Structured 7 nights on, 7 nights off rota supporting predictable time away from work
• Night shifts scheduled consistently from evening through morning hours
• Enhanced annual leave allowance calculated around shift patterns
• Dedicated CPD funding to support continued clinical development
• Professional memberships and indemnity fees covered
• Access to advanced diagnostic and surgical equipment overnight
• Comprehensive staff pet care discounts
• Family-friendly leave policies aligned with statutory schemes
• Optional private healthcare cover available

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