Veterinary Surgeon 1 in 4 Weekends(UK Visa Sponsorship)
Job Description
Hospital Environment & Case Exposure
The Thurmaston hospital supports both internal and external clinics for out-of-hours care, giving you access to a varied ECC caseload — from urgent consultations to surgical interventions.
The recently refurbished hospital is equipped with advanced diagnostics and surgical tools, including orthopaedic instrumentation, digital and dental imaging, endoscopy, tonometry, and high-resolution ultrasound. You’ll work alongside an experienced registered veterinary nurse and a veterinary care assistant, allowing you to stay focused on decision-making and patient management.
What You’ll Be Doing
In this weekend ECC role, you will:
- Provide emergency consultations and stabilisation care
- Perform urgent surgical and medical interventions
- Manage inpatient monitoring and treatment planning
- Communicate clearly with clients during high-pressure situations
- Maintain strong clinical and regulatory standards
- Collaborate with your support team to deliver efficient care
- This role is suited to vets who enjoy autonomy, rapid decision-making, and varied emergency presentations.
Working Pattern
- 1 in 4 weekends
- Saturday & Sunday: 9am–7pm
- Structured rota supporting work–life balance
Benefits Designed Around You
Health & Wellbeing
- Private medical insurance and health cash plan from day one
- 24/7 counselling and wellbeing support
- Life assurance (3× salary)
- Time Off
- 5 weeks annual leave + bank holidays
- Increasing entitlement with service
- Additional paid personal day annually
Professional Development
- £1,500 CPD allowance + paid CPD leave
- Access to hospital-based learning communities
- Funded certificates and career pathways
Additional Support
- Professional registration supported via Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons
- Membership coverage including British Veterinary Association
- Relocation assistance and visa sponsorship options
- Sabbatical opportunities with service
Lifestyle Extras
- Cycle to work scheme
- Travel/season ticket loans
- Employee discounts on veterinary services
About You
You are a qualified MRCVS vet with solid sole-charge experience and a strong interest in emergency and critical care. You thrive in fast-paced clinical environments, communicate calmly under pressure, and enjoy being part of a supportive hospital team.
About the Employer
Medivet operates a wide network of UK and European veterinary hospitals and clinics focused on clinical excellence, development pathways, and collaborative care. Their hospital structure supports vets who want to deepen skills while maintaining sustainable working patterns.
Helpful UK Government & Professional Resources
- Skilled Worker visa guidance
- Employment rights overview
- Workplace health & safety standards
- Veterinary registration guidance
- Professional development standards
