1 in 4 Weekend Veterinary Surgeon(UK Visa Sponsorship)

Automotive Jobs, Health and Care
Uk
May 9, 2026
Full Time Permanent
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Job Description

Shape Your ECC Career in a Modern 24-Hour Hospital

Join the experienced emergency and critical care team at Medivet Thurmaston 24-Hour Hospital, where advanced clinical care meets a supportive and collaborative working culture.
This opportunity is ideal for a confident Veterinary Surgeon with previous sole-charge experience who enjoys emergency medicine and is looking for a flexible weekend position. You’ll work just 13 weekends per year, covering Saturdays and Sundays from 9am to 7pm.
Our recently upgraded hospital supports both Medivet and external practices during out-of-hours periods and has built a strong reputation within the local community for delivering exceptional patient care.

What Makes This Hospital Different?

You’ll be working in a well-equipped clinical environment designed to support high-quality ECC and surgical care, including access to:

  • Digital and dental radiography
  • Advanced ultrasound technology
  • Orthopaedic surgical equipment
  • Endoscopy facilities
  • Tonometry equipment
  • Dedicated inpatient and emergency care support

This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your ECC expertise while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.

Your Key Responsibilities

  • As part of the weekend emergency team, you will:
  • Provide outstanding emergency and critical care services
  • Manage consultations, diagnostics, and surgical cases independently
  • Create practical and compassionate treatment plans for clients
  • Maintain high clinical and professional standards
  • Collaborate closely with nurses and support teams
  • Contribute positively to the wider Medivet clinical community

Who We’re Looking For

  • We’d love to hear from Veterinary Surgeons who:
  • Hold MRCVS status or are eligible to register in the UK
  • Are confident working in a sole-charge environment
  • Have a strong interest in ECC and patient-focused care
  • Communicate effectively with clients and colleagues
  • Thrive in a team-oriented hospital setting

Salary & Benefits Package

At Medivet Careers, your wellbeing and professional growth are genuinely valued. Benefits include:

Health & Wellbeing

  • Private medical insurance from day one
  • Health cash plan
  • 24/7 wellbeing and counselling support
  • Life assurance cover

Annual Leave

  • 5 weeks annual leave plus Bank Holidays
  • Additional paid “Day for You”
  • Sabbatical opportunities linked to service length

Professional Development

  • £1,500 CPD budget annually
  • 3 days paid CPD leave
  • Funded certificates and specialist training pathways
  • Access to internal learning communities and 24-hour hospitals

Additional Perks

About Medivet

Medivet Group operates more than 400 veterinary practices and referral centres across the UK and Europe. Their focus is simple — deliver exceptional care for pets while creating meaningful career opportunities for veterinary professionals.
Whether you are developing your ECC skills or seeking a flexible hospital-based role, Medivet provides the tools, mentorship, and clinical exposure to help you succeed.

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