Night Veterinary Surgeon

About the Role

This is a dedicated night veterinary surgeon position based at Avonvale's central hospital in Warwick, operating on a highly desirable 7 nights on, 14 nights off rota (6:30pm to 8:30am). You'll be part of a 30-strong veterinary team that includes specialists in medicine, soft tissue and orthopaedic surgery, dermatology, feline medicine, ophthalmology, and diagnostic imaging, all working within a genuinely collaborative culture where support is always available.

The night service supports only Avonvale's own clinics, ensuring excellent case continuity and a familiar patient environment. You'll work closely with a dedicated night nurse and have access to accommodation during your working week if required. Regular M&M meetings and vet meetings foster open discussion, continuous learning, and team development under the leadership of three Clinical Directors.

Warwickshire offers the perfect balance of countryside living with city access: historic towns, excellent schools, Birmingham just 30 minutes away, and direct rail links to London.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality emergency and critical care during night shifts within the dedicated night service
• Work collaboratively with a dedicated night nurse and maintain communication with the wider 30-vet team
• Manage case continuity between day and night services, supporting Avonvale's own clinics
• Contribute to M&M meetings and vet meetings for continuous professional development
• Utilise advanced facilities including CT, digital x-ray, ultrasound, laparoscopy, and hydrotherapy units

Requirements

• Registered as a veterinary surgeon with the RCVS
• Experience in emergency and critical care is desirable
• Ability to work nights and be part of a collaborative team environment

Benefits

• 5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays and birthday leave
• RCVS and VDS fees paid
• Employer contribution pension scheme
• Life assurance
• E-car salary sacrifice scheme
• Enhanced equal family leave
• Extensive internal and funded external CPD
• Accommodation available during your working week
• Access to a dedicated ambulance service connecting hospital with other sites

About the Practice

Avonvale Veterinary Centre is part of Linnaeus and Mars Veterinary Health, the largest family-owned veterinary company in the world. The practice comprises 7 RCVS-accredited surgeries with a central Warwick hospital providing advanced diagnostic and surgical facilities. The team includes highly skilled nurses with additional qualifications in emergency and critical care, anaesthesia, wound management, behaviour, and hydrotherapy.

Linnaeus is driven by its purpose to create a better world for pets, supported by a network of over 6,000 associates. The practice is committed to fostering an inclusive, diverse culture that prioritises physical and mental wellbeing, allowing you to focus on delivering quality care.