Veterinary Surgeon

About the Role

You'll be helping establish a brand new emergency and critical care clinic from day one, working in a purpose-built facility designed with modern ECC in mind. This is a permanent role with a structured rota that respects work-life balance: nights Monday to Sunday (18:00–08:30), plus Saturday afternoons (12:00–19:00) and Sunday days (08:00–19:00). Full-time, part-time, and weekend-only arrangements are all welcomed, with flexibility to suit your needs. The new Stirling clinic features three operating theatres, multiple diagnostic suites with future CT capability, six consult rooms, and separate facilities for cats, dogs, and isolation cases—everything you need to deliver outstanding emergency care in a modern, well-equipped environment. You'll work alongside a supportive, experienced team committed to building a high-performing clinic from the ground up.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver emergency and critical care across a busy ECC caseload in a brand new, state-of-the-art facility
• Work collaboratively with the Stirling team to establish clinical protocols and standards from day one
• Utilise three operating theatres, advanced diagnostic suites, and modern treatment areas to provide exceptional patient care
• Contribute to a supportive clinic culture built on teamwork and professional development
• Follow the structured rota pattern designed to balance clinical demands with personal wellbeing

Requirements

• Registered as a Veterinary Surgeon with the RCVS
• Experience or strong interest in emergency and critical care
• Commitment to delivering high-quality patient care in a collaborative team environment
• Flexibility regarding shift patterns and working arrangements

Benefits

• Salary & relocation: Up to £75,000 DOE, plus £5,000 relocation allowance
• Professional development: £1,500 annual CPD allowance plus 35 paid hours pro rata; financial support and paid study leave for ECC certificate
• Leave: Seven weeks annual leave pro rata
• Health & wellbeing: Enhanced sick pay, maternity, paternity, and adoption pay schemes; private medical insurance
• Staff perks: Up to 50% discounted pet care for your own animals; professional membership fees paid
• Training: AdvantEdge programme—one week hands-on practical training followed by 20 hours flexible e-learning, designed to help you settle confidently into the role

About the Practice

Vets Now is a leading emergency and critical care provider with a strong reputation across the UK. The Stirling clinic represents an exciting expansion, opening as a large, single-level facility purpose-built to deliver exceptional ECC care. The clinic will feature state-of-the-art facilities including three operating theatres, advanced diagnostic capabilities, and dedicated space for different species—reflecting Vets Now's commitment to clinical excellence and animal welfare. Vets Now is recognised as a Disability Confident Employer and actively welcomes applications from candidates of all backgrounds, including those from underrepresented groups in veterinary medicine. The organisation is committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and fostering an inclusive workplace culture.