Veterinary Surgeon (Nights)
Location: Bristol
Contract: Part Time
Practice Type: First opinion
Competitive Salary
Up to £65,000 (DOE) annualised hours
What We Offer
- Average hours per week: 12
- 1 in 3 (36 hours for week 1) (2 weeks off) working Monday – Wednesday (Nights)
- 8pm–9am (Nights)
- OOH (Out of hours)
- Inclusive of Exotic inpatient care
- Sole Charge
- ECC (emergency critical care)
Life at MiNightVet Bristol (Highcroft)
MiNightVet Bristol (Highcroft) is a small animal hospital with a passionate team of vets, nurses, PCAs and receptionists. It is a modern practice with a wide range of facilities that equip you to deliver outstanding care. The friendly and collaborative environment supports the best care for animals. The experienced veterinary team is dedicated to the highest quality veterinary care, surgery and treatment, plus routine procedures and check‑ups.
About You
- Driven by a passion to provide the best possible care to animals and committed to delivering outstanding care to patients and owners.
- Confident in your clinical skills, able to take the lead on surgical and medical cases and conduct diagnostic investigations with precision.
- Keen to develop further clinical confidence, managing or leading on various case types.
- A natural mentor and team player, enjoying the support and inspiration of colleagues.
- Client care comes naturally; skilled at creating a positive, reassuring experience that builds trust and lasting relationships.
- Experienced vet with 3–5 years of experience, comfortable handling a varied caseload, guiding the wider team, and shaping clinical standards.
This position would suit an experienced small animal vet, preferably with a minimum of 3–5+ years' experience. The role involves primary care OOH consultations, member practice case transfers, inpatient care, medical work‑ups and surgery. A strong medical knowledge and experience in routine and emergency surgery are required. Good communication skills and a passion for excellent care and client service are essential.
Benefits
- RCVS & VDS fees paid in full
- Generous CPD allowance, BSAVA library access, 450+ courses, and fully funded postgraduate qualifications (CertAVP, PgCert) with tuition, exams, and study leave covered
- Access to Vet Oracle telemedicine specialists, Advanced Clinical Services Network and Regional Clinical Leads for case support and mentoring
- Health cash plan, Employee Assistance Programme, Wellbeing Champions and enhanced family leave policies
- Staff pet care discounts – 50% off services, MiPet food and medications
Join Us at CVS
We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome, valued and able to do their best work. Diversity is valued and people are encouraged to speak up. Wellbeing support is available through monthly line‑manager check‑ins, a network of 400 Wellbeing Champions, Pastoral Support Vets and personal mentors. Leading benefits and policies such as our Health Shield provide support for physical and mental health. Our aim is to free up clinical colleagues to focus on clinical work, supported by operational and HR services.
