Skip to main content

IVC

Veterinary Surgeon - Weekend - Emergency Out-Of-Hours

Bridgwater, England, United Kingdom

Location
Bridgwater, Somerset, United Kingdom
Work
On-site
Employment
Not stated
Level
Not stated
Function
Healthcare
Pay
Not stated
Posted
4 days ago

About the role

Vets Now Bridgwater are welcoming out-of-hours (OOH) Veterinary Surgeon applications, from Vets with a passion for Emergency and Critical Care, to join their team. Vets Now is the UK’s leading provider of Emergency Veterinary Care, with a nationwide network of out-of-hours clinics and 24/7 emergency hospitals. As part of Inspiring Vet Care, our teams make a difference to pets and their owners when they need us most.

Vets Now is excited to announce the opening of our out-of-hours service, Vets Now Bridgwater, working within our host practice IVC - Blake Vets.

At Vets Now, we believe that when your passion is to make a difference, you deserve a team that shares this purpose. As a Vet Surgeon at Vets Now Bridgwater, you will find a strong support network within the clinic. Adding to this, our central support teams are here to help too, allowing you to concentrate on the cases in front of you.

Working in this ECC setting will sharpen and develop your veterinary skills. Within our Bridgwater clinic you will find top-tier veterinary care in a welcoming environment. Fitted out with excellent equipment such as Dental X-ray, Ultrasound, Endoscopy and Laparoscopy.

Whether you are working a second job or looking to get more ECC experience, this is a great opportunity to further your own knowledge and work with a team who are passionate about progressing the world of ECC.

Bridgwater as a location offers excellent recreational attractions and accessible transport links.

Now for work/life balance

Within this weekend role we have the following shifts available, which also includes a fair share of bank holidays:

*12:00-18:30 Saturday day shifts and 08:00-18:30 Sunday day shifts (1:4)

*18:00-08:30 Saturday and Sunday night shifts (1:4)

How many and which of the available shifts to be worked can be discussed further, we will try to work around your lifestyle and clinic requirements.

We look after you so you can look after them

At Vets Now we recognise that our people are what makes us. That’s why we are continuing to invest in first class reward and recognition benefits and initiatives. Our benefits package includes but not limited to:

*Private medical insurance

*Enhanced sick pay

*Enhanced maternity policy and family-friendly policies

*7 weeks pro rata annual leave

*Your birthday as a paid day off

*£1500 CPD allowance plus 35 paid hours pro rata

*ECC certificate support

*RCVS fees, VECCS membership, VDS cover

*Discounts and cashback with 100’s of retailers

Give yourself the AdvantEdge

At Vets Now, we are passionate about training and the ongoing development of our employees. If this vacancy is of interest and you feel you would benefit from an enhanced induction into our business, then the below option may be perfect for you:

AdvantEdge - A programme for talented Vets that will fast track them into a successful emergency role. This programme includes 1 week of hands-on practical training and 20 hours of flexible case-based e-learning completed at your own pace. This blended approach is designed to help you start your career at Vets Now with confidence.

Apply at Vets Now

To be considered for this role, please click apply. To get in touch with Angie in our Talent team to discuss further, please email: angie.ritchie@ivcevidensia.com.

We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, including those from diverse and minority groups. As a Disability Confident Employer, we encourage candidates with disabilities and health conditions to apply and are committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process.

Up to £45ph DOE

Source

Posted by IVC on their own hiring page, jobs.eu.lever.co. OptiTalent shows it as published, read 07 Nov 2026 00:07 UTC; the original is the reference.

View the original ad ↗

More at IVC

  • IVC · Wells-next-the-Sea, England, United Kingdom

    On-siteUp to £70K a yearHealthcare

    This is a sole charge position with support of reception and nurse.; 12 hours per week; Working 08.45 - 12.30 for three days a week, consult only

  • IVC · Bexhill-on-Sea, England, United Kingdom

    On-siteUp to £70K a yearHealthcare

    Are you a passionate and dedicated Veterinary Surgeon looking for a rewarding opportunity in a supportive, friendly environment? We have a unique opportunity for a Lead Vet to join us at Sussex Coast Vets, where you'll be supported by our great team and hugely experienced…

  • IVC · Bristol, England, United Kingdom

    HybridOperations

    IVC Evidensia is the UK and Europe’s leading veterinary care group, made up of over 900 practices and referral hospitals, united by a shared purpose of happier animals, happier owners.

  • IVC · Liphook, England, United Kingdom

    On-sitePart-timeUp to £14.5K a yearHealthcare

    At inspiring vet care, our people are at the heart of everything we do. As the UK’s number one vet care provider, we're trusted with the care of over 2 million animals, delivering our purpose of healthier animals and happier owners.