
Join a busy 24-hour small animal practice where you'll work daytime only, with no out-of-hours requirements. A supportive team, varied caseload, and a £1,500 welcome bonus await.
No out-of-hours requirement. Dedicated night team covers all emergency work.
Abivale Vets is a well-established small animal practice with a strong reputation for teamwork, clinical standards, and excellent patient care. As part of a 24-hour emergency provider, you'll gain exposure to a varied and interesting caseload in a supportive, collaborative environment. This is a full-time role working 40 hours over 5 days with 8-hour shifts. There is a weekend and bank holiday rota, but no out-of-hours requirement, meaning you'll work daytime only while a dedicated night team covers all emergency work.
The practice is well-equipped with ultrasound, digital X-ray, endoscopy, dental X-ray, and an in-house laboratory. Located within walking distance of Abingdon's historic centre and just 15 minutes from Oxford, the practice offers excellent local amenities and transport links. Part-time applicants and those newly or nearly qualified are also welcome.
Abivale Veterinary Group is South Oxfordshire's most established veterinary group, operating five surgeries across Abingdon, Didcot, Wallingford, Wantage, and Oxford. The primary centre is based at The Vineyard in Abingdon, where a veterinary practice has operated since 1852. The group operates its own out-of-hours emergency cover 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, ensuring clients always have access to an Abivale vet with their pet's full history. The team consists of eight highly qualified Veterinary Surgeons supported by fully trained nursing staff. The practice is registered with The Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons as a Nurse Training Centre and is committed to continuing professional development across all areas. Abivale is part of IVC Evidensia, the UK and Europe's leading veterinary care group made up of over 900 practices and referral hospitals, united by a shared purpose of happier animals and happier owners.