A&E / Inpatient Veterinary Surgeon

Do you have a passion for Emergency and Critical Care, but prefer working days? Look no further!

We are seeking a dedicated Veterinary Surgeon to oversee inpatient care and manage emergency cases presenting through our A&E service at our new Warrington Hospital.

This role offers a stimulating and varied caseload with a strong medical focus, alongside opportunities to perform both emergency procedures and surgical emergency cases. You will play a key role in ensuring excellent continuity of care for our inpatients, while confidently handling same-day emergency presentations.

Your primary responsibility will be to meet the clinical needs of our inpatients, whilst also providing high-quality care for emergency cases as they arise throughout the day.

Warrington is the next exciting addition to our growing group, and we’re proud to be opening a brand-new 24/7 veterinary hospital designed to deliver exceptional care across first opinion, referral, and out-of-hours services.

This state-of-the-art facility has been thoughtfully designed with both patients and teams in mind. The hospital will feature seven consultation rooms, a dedicated end-of-life room, three theatres, separate dog and cat wards, isolation facilities, a fully equipped dental suite, diagnostics suite, and a digital X-ray room.

Built to the high standards we’re known for, the hospital will also include spacious, modern staff areas, ensuring a supportive, comfortable working environment for our teams as we continue to grow and invest in the future of veterinary care.

Core Skills and Experience

To be successful in this role, you’ll be:

Highly skilled and motivated to continue developing your technical capabilities

Confident managing complex medical cases, with some surgical experience

A genuine team player who enjoys the buzz of a fast-paced, collaborative environment

Compassionate and empathetic when communicating with clients during stressful situations

Desirable:

Certificate in Emergency and Critical Care (advantageous but not essential)

Rota

We can accept both full time and part time applicants for this role ranging from 36 - 40hrs/week

Rota options: Variable rota options are available for this role allowing some flexibility to meet the needs of both the needs of the hospital and candidate. 

Shift times: 07:00 – 19:00 (including 1 hour unpaid lunch)

Benefits:

6 weeks holiday, including bank holidays

Funded CPD

Visa support

Private Health Care 52 Weeks sickness benefit and free Employee assistance program — awarded after qualifying period  

Enhanced maternity and paternity package

Contributory pension scheme

RCVS and VDS fees paid

Access to counselling support including mental health, financial and life counselling after 12 months of service

Cycle to work scheme

E-Car scheme

Store Discounts from Vivup

Refer-a-Friend bonus

We are an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering a culture that is  inclusive for all employees.