Veterinary Surgeon – Nights (Fixed-Term Maternity Cover)
Liverpool
Up to £85,000 Pro-Rata
Part-Time – 7 On / 21 Off

The Opportunity

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Night Veterinary Surgeon to join a friendly and supportive team at a busy 24-hour veterinary hospital in Liverpool on a fixed-term maternity cover contract.
This role is ideal for a Veterinary Surgeon seeking excellent work-life balance, offering a 7 nights on, 21 nights off rota, working just 7 nights per month while remaining fully involved in a thriving emergency and critical care environment.

The successful candidate will be an RCVS registered Veterinary Surgeon with a few years of clinical experience and a strong interest in emergency and critical care (ECC). They will demonstrate a client-focused approach, excellent communication skills and the ability to thrive in a collaborative clinical team.

Key Benefits

• Competitive salary up to £85,000 pro-rata
• Private Medical Insurance
• Health cash plan from day one, covering dental, optical and physiotherapy
• 24/7 Private GP service
• 24-hour counselling support via phone or in-person
• ‘Day for You’ – an additional paid day off to use however you wish
• Generous CPD allowance
• Access to internal CPD and clinical communities
• Funded certificate opportunities
• RCVS, VDS and BVA membership fees paid
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Staff discount
• Tier 2 (Skilled Worker) visa sponsorship support and relocation assistance available

Role Responsibilities

The Night Veterinary Surgeon will:
• Deliver exceptional clinical care during consultations, diagnostics and procedures.
• Provide clear and compassionate communication to clients, keeping them informed about their pet’s condition and treatment.
• Maintain the highest clinical, professional and regulatory standards.
• Create accurate and tailored treatment plans, including clear cost estimates.
• Support and mentor colleagues, contributing to a positive and progressive clinical culture.
• Conduct thorough clinical handovers and arrange transfer of patients requiring ongoing or enhanced care.

Skills & Experience Required

The ideal candidate will have:
• RCVS registration as a Veterinary Surgeon
• Several years of small animal clinical experience
• Experience delivering high standards of patient and client care
• Strong teamwork and communication skills
• The ability to demonstrate clinical leadership
• Experience supporting nurse consults and Schedule 3 procedures
• A passion for continuous improvement and progressive clinical standards
• The ability to coach and influence colleagues positively

About the Practice

The successful candidate will join a busy, well-equipped RCVS-accredited Small Animal Hospital providing comprehensive veterinary services, including:
• 24-hour emergency veterinary care
• 24-hour intensive care
• CT imaging
• Dentistry
• ECG diagnostics
• Endoscopy
• In-house laboratory
• Orthopaedic theatre
• Ultrasound
• Digital X-ray

The hospital features separate cat waiting areas and operating theatres, ensuring a calm and stress-reduced environment for feline patients.

You will be working alongside an experienced and supportive clinical team, including veterinary surgeons holding certificates in Advanced Veterinary Practice and Surgery, providing excellent opportunities for learning, collaboration and professional development.

Apply Now

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Veterinary Surgeon looking for flexible night work, exposure to emergency and critical care, and the chance to work within a highly equipped 24-hour hospital environment while maintaining an exceptional work-life balance.

How to Apply

For more information or for a confidential chat, please contact Lily on 01904 570056 or email l.thorpe@purovets.com

You can also WhatsApp us at WhatsApp - Purovets and we are always happy to answer any questions you may have about our great opportunities.

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And don't forget, if this position is of no interest to you but you know someone who may be interested, please pass on our details. We offer £250* for every successful candidate referral. *Terms and conditions apply.

Ref no: JOB-57487