OOH Veterinary Surgeon

About the Role

You’ll be joining Beech House Veterinary Centre as their fourth out-of-hours vet, working a structured 7 nights on / 14 nights off rota covering 7:30pm to 8:30am shifts. This part-time, 12-month fixed-term contract (FTC) suits experienced small animal vets seeking flexible commitment with a supportive, well-resourced team in Warrington, Cheshire.

The practice boasts impressive facilities including three operating theatres (one with DR X-ray for orthopaedic work), a dedicated ultrasound suite, X-ray department, and dental room. Having recently achieved RCVS Hospital status and maintaining gold ISFM standard accreditation for their cattery, you’ll be working in a practice that’s genuinely invested in clinical excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide out-of-hours emergency and critical care to small animal patients across the 7:30pm–8:30am window
• Work collaboratively with three other experienced OOH vets on the established rota
• Utilise the practice’s comprehensive diagnostic and surgical facilities to deliver high-quality care
• Contribute to a hardworking, respectful team culture focused on excellent client service

Requirements

• Qualified veterinary surgeon with demonstrable small animal experience
• Comfortable working in out-of-hours emergency settings
• Professional approach to patient care and team collaboration

Benefits

• Competitive salary dependent on experience
• Comprehensive benefits package including company sick pay, life insurance, and wellbeing programmes
• Healthshield membership
• Enhanced maternity/paternity rights
• Generous CPD allowance to support your professional development
• Structured rota (7 nights on / 14 nights off) providing genuine work-life balance

About the Practice

Beech House Veterinary Centre operates as part of Willows Veterinary Group, based in Warrington, Cheshire. The practice is a modern, well-equipped facility that recently achieved RCVS Hospital status. With three operating theatres, digital X-ray facilities (including orthopaedic theatre capability), ultrasound, and dental provision, the practice combines clinical strength with strong team culture.

Known for employing fabulous, experienced, and hardworking staff who respect one another, the practice actively looks after its teams through competitive packages, excellent holiday schemes, and robust support programmes including wellbeing initiatives.