ECC/ Inpatient Veterinary Surgeon - Shrewsbury

Veterinary Surgeon - Emergency & Critical Care (Day Shifts Only)

Up to £70,000 Shrewsbury, Shropshire RCVS Accredited Small Animal Hospital

• Day-shift Emergency & Critical Care role in a busy RCVS-accredited small animal hospital - no nights required
• Challenging and rewarding ECC caseload, including A&E presentations and inpatient care, within a well-supported multidisciplinary team
• Flexible rota options (4 on / 4 off or 3 shifts per week with 2:9 weekends) supporting a strong work-life balance
• Excellent learning and development environment, with funded CPD, access to advanced hospital facilities, and support for ECC-focused progression
• Competitive salary and benefits package up to £70,000, including private healthcare, visa support, paid fees, and enhanced family leave

A well-established, progressive, RCVS accredited small animal hospital in Shrewsbury is seeking a dedicated Veterinary Surgeon with an interest in Emergency and Critical Care to join its experienced and supportive clinical team. This is an excellent opportunity for a veterinary professional who thrives in a fast-paced hospital environment but prefers daytime working hours only.

The Role

This role offers a stimulating and varied caseload, focused on emergency and critical care, inpatient management, and A&E presentations. The successful Veterinary Surgeon will take clinical responsibility for hospitalised patients, delivering high-quality medical care and coordinating treatment alongside a skilled multidisciplinary team.

Key duties include

• Managing emergency and critical care cases presenting through the A&E service
• Overseeing inpatient care and treatment plans
• Performing emergency procedures where appropriate
• Collaborating closely with veterinary surgeons, nurses, and support staff
• Communicating compassionately with clients during challenging and emotional situations

This position is ideally suited to a Veterinary Surgeon passionate about ECC, hospital medicine, and continuous clinical development.

Skills and Experience Required

The successful candidate will be:

• A qualified Veterinary Surgeon (RCVS registered or eligible)
• Confident managing complex medical cases, with some surgical experience
• Highly motivated to develop technical and clinical skills
• A strong team player who enjoys a collaborative, high-energy hospital environment
• Compassionate and professional when dealing with clients under pressure

Desirable (but not essential)

• Certificate in Emergency and Critical Care

The Practice

The hospital is a 24/7 RCVS accredited small animal hospital, providing high-quality veterinary care to pets across Shrewsbury, Shropshire, and surrounding areas. Facilities include:

• Digital X-ray
• Ultrasound
• On-site laboratory
• Orthopaedics
• Endoscopy
• Dental X-ray
• Comprehensive inpatient and critical care facilities

Working Hours & Rota

• Average 40 hours per week

Rota options:

• 4 days on / 4 days off, or 3 shifts per week with 2:9 weekends
• Shift times: 7am - 8pm (includes 1 hour unpaid lunch)
• Day shifts only

Benefits

• Up to £70,000 salary
• 6 weeks holiday, including bank holidays
• Funded CPD
• Visa support available
• Private healthcare
• 52-week sickness benefit (after qualifying period)
• Free Employee Assistance Programme
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• Contributory pension scheme
• RCVS and VDS fees paid
• Access to counselling support (mental health, financial and life counselling) after 12 months
• Cycle to Work scheme
• E-Car scheme
• Staff discounts
• Refer-a-Friend bonus

Apply

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Veterinary Surgeon with a passion for Emergency and Critical Care seeking a day-only hospital role offering a competitive salary of up to £70,000 within a supportive, well-equipped, and values-driven organisation.

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