Small Animal Vet

Dayshift
Salary: Salary starting from £55,000–£75,000(AP) per annum
Competitive, dependent on experience

We are a well-established, independent multidisciplinary referral centre, committed to delivering exceptional patient care and clinical excellence. As part of our continued growth, including the launch of our brand-new Emergency & Critical Care (ECC) and Intensive Care Unit (ICU) facility in September/October 2026, we are seeking highly motivated and enthusiastic veterinary surgeons to join our team.

Our centre provides referral services across a wide range of disciplines, including soft tissue surgery, orthopaedics, internal medicine, neurology, ophthalmology, cardiology, and oncology. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in both supporting our existing referral services and contributing to our expanding ECC and ICU provision.

The successful candidate will thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment, where no two days are the same. You will be instrumental in managing emergency and critical care patients while supporting clinicians across all departments within the hospital.

Our state-of-the-art facilities include MRI, CT, ultrasound, endoscopy, arthroscopy, laparoscopy, fluoroscopy (dedicated theatre), separate medical and surgical wards, an in-house laboratory, operating microscope, advanced anaesthesia equipment, ventilators, and a comprehensive range of diagnostic and surgical tools. Our new ICU/high-dependency unit will further enhance our ability to deliver outstanding care to complex and critical patients.

You will become an integral part of our growing team as we continue to strengthen our reputation as a leading referral centre, delivering excellence for our patients, clients, and colleagues.

This position has three core aspects:

1. Clinical Duties (Primary Focus):
You will be heavily involved in the management of emergency and critical care cases, including triage, stabilisation, and ongoing ICU patient management. In addition, you will support all referral disciplines across the hospital. Responsibilities will include advanced diagnostics (including CT imaging), anaesthetic management, assisting with surgical procedures, and overseeing inpatient care plans. This is a varied and hands-on role that is essential to the smooth and efficient running of the hospital.

2. Professional Development & Knowledge Building:
You will actively participate in structured learning opportunities, including journal clubs and case discussions.  We are committed to fostering continuous professional development and encouraging clinical progression within ECC and referral medicine.

3. Contribution to Out-of-Hours Care:
You will contribute to the out-of-hours rota, supporting the care of hospitalised referral patients alongside our experienced nursing team. This includes managing a diverse caseload across multiple disciplines. Senior clinical support will always be available, but confidence in managing routine inpatient care and decision-making is essential.  You will work alongside the night ECC team to provide Out of Hours care to our member practices. This means excellent clinical care but also ensuring detailed and timely updates for primary care practices. You should be comfortable providing emergency care for common medical and surgical presentations.

Applicant Requirements:

• MRCVS qualified and eligible to work in the UK
• Minimum of two years’ experience in primary care practice
• Previous experience in Emergency & Critical Care and/or ICU is highly desirable
• Experience with out-of-hours work is advantageous
• Strong clinical skills with the ability to work effectively under pressure
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Good organisational ability and competent IT skills
• A proactive approach to learning and professional development

Additional Information & Benefits:

• 6.6 weeks annual leave (including bank holidays), plus an additional day off for your birthday
• Dedicated training and support in ECC, CT, and MRI
• Generous CPD allowance with access to in-house training and development
• Supportive and collaborative working environment
• Staff discount scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• RCVS and VDS fees paid
• Salary starting from £55,000–£75,000 per annum (dependent on experience)

To apply for this position please email your CV with a covering note to jobs@bridgereferrals.co.uk