Night Veterinary Surgeon – Award-Winning Independent Practice – Wirral, Merseyside
Full-Time | 5 on 10 off

• High-Quality Clinical Environment – Work with state-of-the-art facilities including CT, endoscopy, and full in-house lab
• Complex & Interesting Caseload – Manage ECC and ventilator cases regularly in a true hands-on role
• Flexible Night Rota – 5 on 10 off or 7 on 14 off for the right candidate – maximise your downtime
• Referral-Level Learning & Support – Collaborate with RCVS Advanced Practitioners and Specialists
• Gold-Standard Patient Care – ISFM Cat Friendly Gold, Rabbit Friendly Silver & Dog Friendly accredited practice
• Excellent salary up to £85,000 DOE (pro-rata)

Are you an experienced Veterinary Surgeon with a passion for emergency and critical care? Prefer working under the moonlight and stars rather than the 9-to-5? Then this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

My client is a proudly independent, award-winning small animal practice based in the heart of the Wirral, Merseyside. Due to continued growth and success, they’re expanding their night team and are looking for a capable, compassionate and committed Night Veterinary Surgeon to join them.

About the Practice

Established in 2017, this modern, forward-thinking clinic has expanded multiple times (2018, 2020, and 2022) to support its ever-growing caseload and commitment to advanced veterinary care. It’s a beautifully designed, low-stress environment with exceptional facilities including:
• Full in-house lab
• Advanced imaging: CT, endoscopy, arthroscopy
• Multiple surgical suites
• Dedicated dental and hospitalisation facilities
• 24-hour on-site nursing support from a highly qualified nursing team

The practice is also home to RCVS Advanced Practitioners in Surgery, Cardiology, and Small Animal Practice, and a Specialist in Small Animal Internal Medicine, making this an ideal setting for someone interested in handling complex cases and developing within a referral-style environment.

The Role

You’ll be working a full-time night rota of 5 on 10 off, though a 7 on 14 off pattern can be considered for the right person. You will work alongside another experienced night vet and will soon be part of a team of three as the practice continues to grow.

This is a role for someone confident in sole charge, with the skills and calm required to manage a busy and sometimes intense caseload. On average, the team manages ventilator cases overnight at least twice a week – so a cool head and strong clinical acumen are essential.

About You
• Minimum 3–5 years’ experience in small animal practice
• Ideally an ECC certificate holder or with a strong interest in emergency and critical care
• Confident with referral-level cases and advanced procedures
• Happy working sole charge in a fast-paced environment
• Passionate about delivering gold-standard care to patients and clients alike

Why the Wirral?

Often called the "Leisure Peninsula", the Wirral offers 22 miles of stunning coastline, 50 miles of scenic walking trails, and easy access to Liverpool and Manchester. Whether you’re into hiking, biking, art or great coffee – there’s something for everyone here.

What’s on Offer?
• Excellent salary up to £85,000 DOE (pro-rata)
• Generous holiday allowance (pro-rata)
• Fantastic rota giving a great work/life balance
• Support from a highly skilled, multidisciplinary team
• Access to advanced equipment and referral-level cases
• Opportunity to work in a genuinely independent, progressive clinic
• Pension scheme
• Generous CPD allowance
• Staff discount
• RCVS fees paid

If you're a night owl who thrives in a clinical setting where you can really make a difference, and you’re looking to join a team that genuinely cares – this could be your next big move.

To apply or arrange an informal chat, please get in touch today.
Let’s talk about your future under the stars.

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

To view all our vacancies, please visit www.purovets.com

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-54325