ECC Vet Surgeon Role

Role Description This ECC Vet Surgeon role is an on-site position based in the London Area, United Kingdom. The ECC Vet Surgeon will provide emergency and critical care to small animals, including triaging cases, performing urgent diagnostics, and delivering immediate treatment for acute and life-threatening conditions. Day-to-day responsibilities may include stabilizing patients, carrying out surgical procedures, monitoring intensive care cases, and collaborating with multidisciplinary veterinary teams to develop treatment plans. The role involves clear communication with pet owners, maintaining accurate clinical records, and adhering to best-practice standards and regulatory guidelines. The ECC Vet Surgeon is expected to contribute to a supportive clinical environment, participate in case discussions, and help improve protocols for emergency and critical care services.

• Working Pattern: Fixed 7 on, 14 off rota
• Compensation: Salary up to £100,000 DOE
• Accommodation: Accommodation available if required
• Support: Unlimited online Central CPD support, full certificate allowance, plus coverage of visa applications if needed.

Qualifications

• Veterinary degree (MRCVS or eligible for RCVS registration) and proven experience in small animal practice, preferably with exposure to emergency and critical care.
• Strong clinical skills in triage, diagnostics (e.g., imaging, laboratory tests), anesthesia, and surgical procedures for emergency and critical cases.
• Ability to manage intensive care patients, including pain management, fluid therapy, and continuous monitoring, following evidence-based protocols.
• Clear and empathetic communication skills for interactions with clients, colleagues, and support staff, including explaining complex clinical situations in accessible language.
• Capacity to work effectively in a fast-paced environment, make sound clinical decisions under pressure, and collaborate within a multidisciplinary team.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development, including interest in ECC-focused training, certifications, or postgraduate study.
• Willingness to work a range of shifts that may include evenings, nights, weekends, and bank holidays, depending on practice requirements.
• High level of professionalism, reliability, and adherence to animal welfare and ethical standards.