OOH's Vet Hendon

Location Hendon
Discipline: Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon, Emergency and Critical Care Veterinary Surgeons
Contact name: Louise Evans

Contact email: louise@brightleaf.co.uk
Job ref: 8349
Published: 3 days ago
We have an exciting opportunity for a Night Veterinary Surgeon to join our experienced and welcoming team at a 24 Hour hospital in Hendon. This is a permanent full-time role offering a salary of £80,000 per year. The shift pattern consists of seven nights on followed by fourteen nights off, working Monday to Sunday from 7pm to 9am. Weekends are included in the rota. Please note that this role does not include accommodation.
This is a modern, purpose-built hospital equipped with cutting-edge facilities and technology to support high standards of patient care. We pride ourselves on delivering honest, good-value veterinary services around the clock. The referring practices all share case history and use the same systems, ensuring excellent continuity of care.
They are looking for a vet who thrives in emergency and critical care settings, is passionate about patient and client welfare, and can work confidently during out-of-hours. Whether you're already working towards an ECC certificate or wish to begin one, they are ready to support your professional growth. They believe in helping every member of the team reach their full potential, so your development will be encouraged from day one.
In this role, you’ll be responsible for delivering outstanding clinical care to patients during consultations, procedures, and overnight monitoring. You’ll keep clients informed with clear and compassionate updates and create personalised treatment plans with accurate cost estimates. Your professionalism will shine through in your attention to regulatory, clinical, and operational standards. You’ll also complete thorough clinical handovers, coordinate any necessary patient transfers, and contribute to team mentoring and training
You will need to be a RCVS-registered veterinary surgeon with experience in delivering exceptional clinical care and working collaboratively as part of a team. Ideally they are looking for someone with leadership ability, a proactive mindset, and a strong understanding of how to support nurse consultations and schedule 3 procedures. Strong communication and coaching skills are key to succeeding in this position.
From the moment you join, you’ll have access to private medical insurance and a health cash plan covering dental, physiotherapy and optical services, as well as a 24/7 private GP service. You’ll also benefit from life assurance set at three times your salary, access to 24-hour counselling, and five weeks’ holiday plus bank holidays, rising to six weeks with length of service. 
Your professional development is important, so you’ll receive £1,500 towards CPD along with three paid study days, plus internal CPD access and the opportunity to work towards funded certificates. They cover your RCVS, BVA, and VDS fees and support relocation and visa sponsorship where required. Additional benefits include, a Cycle to Work scheme, and staff discounts. They also support sabbaticals for long-serving team members.
If you’re ready to take the next step in your ECC career and become part of this growing community, we’d love to hear from you.
To learn more about this exciting opportunity or wish to apply, please don't hesitate to contact Louise@brightleaf.co.uk or give us a call at 01422 433900. We are dedicated to assisting talented Small Animal Veterinary Surgeons and nurses like you in finding the ideal job.

Not all our exceptional roles are listed on our website. So, if you're considering a career move, please get in touch with us directly to discuss your options. Our team of expert recruiters has extensive experience in the veterinary industry and can guide you towards the best opportunities available.

If our current vacancy doesn't match your requirements, we encourage you to visit www.brightleaf.co.uk to explore a comprehensive list of our current vacancies in the field of Small Animal Veterinary Surgery. Additionally, sign up for our email alerts to stay updated on the latest job openings tailored to your interests.

Bright Leaf Recruitment has been successfully placing highly skilled Small Animal Veterinary Surgeons and veterinary nurses in great roles across the United Kingdom, Dubai, and Australia since 2010. Trust our expertise and industry knowledge to help you find the perfect match for your career goals. Contact us today and take the next step towards a fulfilling career as a Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon or Nurse