Overview

OOH Veterinary Surgeon – Wiltshire. My client is seeking a Veterinary Surgeon to join their dedicated Out-of-Hours service. The role is based at their Tier 3 Veterinary Hospital in Chippenham, with branches in Calne, Corsham and Melksham. The hospital has ISFM Cat Friendly gold status and plans to add a CT scanner in the future to support outstanding emergency care.

Chippenham is well connected, with easy access to the M4 and nearby cities, offering a balanced location for working and downtime.

Responsibilities

• Out-of-hours emergency and general care within the hospital’s OOH service, with sole-charge duties balanced by support from an experienced RVN.
• Collaborate with the team to provide continuity of care and patient welfare.
• Engage with clients to deliver high-quality emergency veterinary services and professional satisfaction for the team.
• Potential involvement with weekend day shifts if interested in broadening case load.

Rotas and Working Hours

The role offers a rota prioritising work-life balance: seven nights on, followed by 14 nights off, averaging 31.5 hours per week. No day work is required, though participation in weekend days is possible.

Salary and Benefits

• Salary up to £65,000, inclusive of holiday pay, with 6.6 weeks of leave.
• Strong CPD encouragement with £1,750 annual allowance (higher for post-graduate qualifications).
• RCVS fees, VDS cover, and one other professional membership paid.
• Wellbeing and lifestyle benefits including Health Shield, enhanced family leave, company sick pay, and discounted veterinary fees.
• Discounts on shopping, travel and entertainment; cycle-to-work scheme; annual pay reviews; and CPD support.

Who We’re Looking For

Dedicated Small Animal Veterinary Surgeons who value a supportive team, ongoing development, and a good work-life balance in an OOH environment.

How to Apply

To learn more about this opportunity or to apply, please contact Louise@brightleaf.co.uk or call 01422 433900. Our team helps guide talented Small Animal Veterinary Surgeons and nurses to ideal roles.

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