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
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
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
This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a thriving hospital team delivering gold-standard OOH care.