Job Description
Build a Career That Gives You More Than Just Shifts
Join a progressive and supportive emergency veterinary environment where your expertise is valued, your wellbeing matters, and your professional growth is actively encouraged. This opportunity is ideal for an experienced ECC Veterinary Surgeon seeking flexibility, clinical autonomy, and a collaborative hospital setting.
At Sutton 24-Hour Hospital, you will become part of a highly skilled and welcoming team dedicated to delivering exceptional overnight emergency and critical care services across London.
What You’ll Be Doing
As a Night Veterinary Surgeon, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality emergency and critical care during out-of-hours operations. Working alongside an experienced Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN), you will manage a varied caseload while ensuring the highest standards of patient welfare and client communication.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver outstanding emergency and critical care consultations and surgical procedures
Develop personalised treatment plans tailored to each patient
Work independently in a sole-charge ECC setting with full hospital support
Maintain excellent clinical and regulatory standards
Communicate effectively and compassionately with pet owners
Contribute positively to the wider veterinary team and clinical culture
Working Pattern
- 1 week on, 2 weeks off rotation
Dedicated overnight ECC role
Sole-charge position with strong clinical backup and nursing support
Excellent work-life balance for experienced ECC professionals
About You
We’re looking for a compassionate and motivated Veterinary Surgeon who thrives in emergency practice and enjoys working within a collaborative hospital environment.
Requirements
- Qualified MRCVS Veterinary Surgeon
Previous ECC or emergency veterinary experience
Strong surgical and medical decision-making skills
Confident working independently overnight
Passion for patient care and clinical excellence
Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
Why Join Sutton 24-Hour Hospital?
Sutton 24h is a busy and well-established veterinary hospital known for its high clinical standards and supportive culture.
What Makes This Hospital Different
- Large 24-hour veterinary facility with modern equipment
Strong daytime support from five experienced vets
Three structured overnight teams for efficient patient management
Friendly, close-knit team environment
Positive workplace culture focused on collaboration and wellbeing
Sustainable overnight rota designed to support staff balance
Benefits Package
Health & Wellbeing
- Private medical insurance from day one
Health cash plan included
24/7 counselling and wellbeing support
Life assurance cover worth three times salary
Professional Support
- RCVS, VDS, and BVA fees fully paid
Visa sponsorship available for eligible candidates
Relocation assistance provided
Sabbatical opportunities linked to service length
Ongoing professional development support
Lifestyle Benefits
- Cycle to Work scheme
Season ticket travel loans
Employee discounts on veterinary products and services
About Medivet
Medivet Careers is one of the UK’s leading veterinary care providers, operating more than 400 practices, referral centres, and 24-hour hospitals across the UK and Europe. The organisation is committed to supporting veterinary professionals with modern facilities, clinical development opportunities, and a people-first culture.
Helpful UK Government & Professional Resources
- UK Skilled Worker Visa Guidance – GOV.UK
Eligible Skilled Worker Occupation Codes – GOV.UK
Veterinary Surgeon Registration Requirements – GOV.UK
Sponsor a Skilled Worker – GOV.UK
Skilled Worker Visa Overview – GOV.UK