Night Veterinary Surgeon 7 on 21 off(UK Visa Sponsorship)

Job Description

A Role That Gives You Time Back

Seven nights where your clinical expertise truly matters — followed by three full weeks completely your own.

This role has been designed for veterinary surgeons who want meaningful ECC work without burnout. Whether you use your 21 nights off to travel, pursue further study, spend time with family, or simply rest and recharge, this rota offers rare balance while maintaining a rewarding emergency and critical care career.

The Hospital

Medivet Thurmaston is a purpose-built 24-hour hospital, opened in April 2024 and equipped to the highest modern ECC standards. You will work in a clean, well-resourced clinical environment with access to:

• Advanced ultrasound imaging
• Digital and dental X-ray suites
• Endoscopy facilities
• Orthopaedic surgical equipment
• Tonometer and comprehensive ECC monitoring tools
• This is a hospital built to support confident clinical decision-making, efficiency, and excellent patient outcomes — even overnight.

The Role

As a Night Veterinary Surgeon, you will work sole charge, managing a varied emergency and critical care caseload. This position offers a high degree of clinical autonomy and professional satisfaction, ideal for vets who are confident, adaptable, and enjoy working independently when it matters most.

You will manage medical and surgical emergencies, stabilise critical patients, and deliver compassionate care to both patients and clients during vulnerable moments.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality emergency and critical care in line with clinical and regulatory standards
• Perform diagnostics, treatment planning, and emergency surgery as required
• Communicate clearly and empathetically with clients during overnight consultations
• Work collaboratively with nursing and support teams to ensure patient safety
• Contribute to clinical excellence and continuous improvement across Medivet’s ECC community

Who We’re Looking For

Essential

• MRCVS-registered Veterinary Surgeon
• Strong all-round medical and surgical skills
• Previous experience in Emergency & Critical Care
• Confident working sole charge overnight
• Commitment to patient welfare and professional standards

Personal Qualities

• Calm under pressure
• Clinically curious and proactive
• Compassionate communicator
• Team-focused, even when working independently

Salary & Benefits

Health & Wellbeing

• Private Medical Insurance and Health Cash Plan from day one
• 24/7 confidential wellbeing and counselling support
• Life Assurance (3 × annual salary)

Leave

• 5 weeks’ annual leave plus Bank Holidays
• Additional paid “Day for You” — exclusively for personal use
• Sabbatical opportunities based on length of service

Learning & Development

• £1,500 CPD allowance annually
• 3 days’ paid CPD leave per year
• Access to Medivet Clinical Communities and internal CPD
• Funded certificates and structured career pathways

Professional & Lifestyle Support

• RCVS, VDS, and BVA fees fully paid
• Relocation assistance and visa sponsorship available
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Season ticket loans
• Discounts on Medivet services and products

About Medivet

Medivet is one of the UK’s leading veterinary care providers, operating 400+ practices, including referral centres and 24-hour hospitals across the UK and Europe.

We believe exceptional care starts with supported, respected clinicians. That means providing the time, tools, autonomy, and development opportunities needed to build a fulfilling, sustainable veterinary career.

Right to Work & Visa Information

This role may be eligible for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship, subject to UK Home Office requirements.