Emergency & Critical Care (ECC) Veterinary Surgeon

Salary up to £93,393 FTE

My client in The North East is proudly building a dedicated team of Emergency & Critical Care (ECC) Vets to deliver exceptional, round-the-clock service. Working alongside a qualified Registered Veterinary Nurse, you’ll manage a diverse and interesting caseload of medical and surgical emergencies, as well as oversee inpatients during the night.

You’ll also be part of a wider network of hospitals offering 24-hour care, ensuring you’re never working in isolation, with opportunities to collaborate and discuss cases with other ECC vets.

• 9 spacious consulting rooms

• 3 fully equipped operating theatres

• Digital X-ray, ultrasound, and diagnostic suite

• Dedicated dental suite and isolation unit

• Separate cat and dog wards to support low-stress patient care

• Central prep area to ensure smooth clinical workflow

Designed for first opinion, referral, and out-of-hours care, this facility provides an outstanding environment to deliver excellent patient outcomes.

About You

• Confident and experienced Veterinary Surgeon with a passion for Emergency and Critical Care

• Compassionate, calm, and empathetic under pressure

• Enthusiastic about a varied caseload and continuous professional growth

• Enjoys the buzz of a fast-paced clinical environment

• Keen to collaborate with day teams for seamless continuity of care

• Excited to contribute to a new hospital team and help shape its success

Rota

• 7:14 rota (average of 31.1 hours per week)

• Alternative working patterns also considered

• Our advertised salary is based on a 40-hour FTE

What They Can Offer

• Salary up to £93,393 FTE depending on experience

• 6 weeks’ holiday per year

• Funded CPD with support up to certificate level

• Private healthcare, 52 weeks’ sickness benefit, and Employee Assistance Programme (after 12 months)

• Enhanced maternity and paternity packages

• RCVS and VDS fees paid

• Visa sponsorship available

• Cycle to Work scheme

• Retail and lifestyle discounts

• Refer-a-Friend bonus

• Staff discount on veterinary services

• Contributory pension scheme

🌙 This is an exciting opportunity to join a modern, well-equipped hospital at the very start, perfect for an ECC Vet who thrives on challenge, collaboration, and making a real difference.