Lacey's client is looking for an experienced Vet Surgeon to work Nights at their practice in West Sussex!

• Salary £60,000 to £72,000 per annum (DOE)
• Rota pattern is 7-on, 14-off
• Shifts are 13 hours long (with time built in for handover)
• Must have two years’ experience, ideally in the UK!
• Work alongside one night nurse and one twilight nurse

This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated Veterinary Surgeon who wants to make a meaningful impact on the lives of pets and their owners. The team shares that passion—and understands that delivering the best care requires strong support, a healthy work-life balance, and the space to grow professionally.

This independent emergency service was created to offer exactly that. With full clinical freedom, a commitment to personalised care, and the autonomy to do what’s right, this role offers something truly different.

The workplace culture is constructive, encouraging, and underpinned by kindness. Inclusivity and collaboration ensures every team member is respected and supported. These values—equality, empathy, professionalism, and compassion—guide not just internal teamwork but also the care provided to every client and patient.

The purpose-built, state-of-the-art hospital operates 24/7 and works closely with a trusted network of local practices. As a key out-of-hours provider, the hospital ensures that emergencies and inpatients receive continuous, uninterrupted care in one location—without the stress of repeated transfers. This enables a seamless experience for clients and optimal outcomes for patients.

Team members are at the heart of the hospital’s success. Whether the goal is to gain a certificate, advance clinical skills, explore leadership, or specialise further in ECC, support is always available. The hospital environment encourages shared learning, open discussion, and ongoing development—allowing clinicians to grow alongside a highly skilled, multi-disciplinary team.

The ideal candidate is a qualified Veterinary Surgeon (MRCVS) with at least two years’ experience in small animal practice, ideally in the UK. Some experience and a keen interest in emergency and critical care are essential, though not necessarily within a formal out-of-hours setting.

Most importantly, the successful applicant will embody the team’s core values: humility, respect, empathy, strong work ethic, honesty, communication, and teamwork.

You can expect to receive benefits including:

• Generously funded CPD (£1,500 as standard, £2,000 for Advanced Practitioners; certificate funding available)
• Pension contribution via salary sacrifice
• 40% staff discount for personal pets
• Enhanced parental leave (6 months paid at 90%)
• Enhanced sick pay (2 weeks at 100%)
• 7 weeks total holiday including bank holidays
• Occupational health resources, including mental health support

The night rota follows a pattern of: 7-on/14-off. Each shift is 13 hours, with time allocated for structured handovers. The rota is semi-annualised, incorporating part of the holiday entitlement, plus an additional 7 bookable shifts annually.

Night vets are supported by a well-established ECC nursing team, including a night nurse, a twilight nurse, and weekday ACA support.

The role is based at a busy, modern hospital. Please note, accommodation is not provided.

If you are interested in this role, please contact Lacey for more details: 01395 200189 / Lacey.Dorliac@SynergyVets.com

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Night Vet Surgeon Vacancy in West Sussex