Night Vet – ECC Hospital Role (Leeds)
Leeds
£55,000 – £60,000 DOE | 7-on / 14-off | Recently Refurbished 24/7 Hospital | Advanced ECC Caseload
Are you an experienced vet with a passion for emergency and critical care? Looking for a fulfilling night role that offers clinical challenge, career development, and serious time off?
We’re recruiting on behalf of a family-run, purpose-built 24-hour veterinary hospital in Leeds, seeking a dedicated OOH Veterinary Surgeon to join their night team on a 7 nights on / 14 nights off rota. This is an exciting chance to be part of a growing ECC service within a newly refurbished, fully equipped hospital offering a truly supportive, progressive environment.
To apply, or for more information, please send your CV to scott@redsector.co.uk
About the Hospital:
This RCVS-accredited hospital provides OOH and referral support to over 15 local practices, alongside a busy first opinion service – meaning you’ll get the best of both worlds: complex, rewarding cases with the opportunity to see them through.
* The hospital was recently refurbished to industry-leading standards and is fitted with state-of-the-art equipment, including:
* IDEXX in-house lab
* Digital radiography & ultrasound
* Dental suite with IM3 dental X-ray
* Endoscopy & ECG
* Tonopen & orthopaedic kit
* Negative pressure wound therapy
* Facilities for advanced procedures (e.g. Seldinger chest drains, oesophageal tubes, silicone peritoneal drains, TFAST/AFST)
You’ll be working with a tight-knit and experienced night team, including an RVN, 2 VCAs, a receptionist and support from twilight RVNs until midnight. Day and night teams collaborate closely, with 15 vets across the practice and a total headcount of 70, ensuring a team-oriented and clinically supportive environment.
???? The Role:
This is a true ECC position for a confident and motivated vet who enjoys the pace and clinical variety of night work. You'll be supported to manage advanced cases including:
* Caesareans, pyometras, laparotomies with enterotomy/enterectomy
* Addisonian crises, DKA, severe pancreatitis
* Chest/abdominal drains, urinary catheters, endoscopy
* Emergency medical and surgical interventions
Rota:
* 7 nights on, 14 nights off
* 8pm – 8am
* Flexibility to locum elsewhere during your time off, if desired
Development & Support:
* £1,500 CPD allowance (with certificate support available)
* Mentorship from in-house certificate holders in surgery, medicine and dentistry
* Proactive internal CPD and clinical development opportunities
* Welcoming of vets looking to build or deepen their ECC skillset
What’s on offer:
* Salary: £55,000 – £60,000 DOE
* Paid RCVS, VDS and one additional membership
* Contributory pension scheme
* Free onsite parking
* Generous staff discounts and rewards
* Friendly, family-led culture with strong clinical leadership
* Recently refurbished, air-conditioned working environment
Leeds offers the perfect mix of vibrant city life, cultural attractions, and access to countryside – with great transport links across Yorkshire and beyond. It’s an ideal location for vets seeking clinical variety in a well-supported setting.
Sound like the night vet role you’ve been looking for? Get in touch today to learn more or arrange a confidential chat.
To apply, or for more information, please send your CV to scott@redsector.co.uk
This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a thriving hospital team delivering gold-standard OOH care.
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