OOH Veterinary Surgeon – MiNightVet Plymouth

Salary: Up to £75,000 FTE
Pattern: 1 week in 6 of nights (7pm–8am)

MiNightVet Plymouth is looking for an Out‑of‑Hours Veterinary Surgeon to join our established, supportive, and highly skilled ECC team. With strong clinical expertise on site, excellent facilities, and a flexible rota, this is a fantastic role for someone who thrives in emergency work and wants to develop further.

•  Competitive salary up to £75K FTE
• 1 week in 6 of night shifts (7pm–8am)
• Optional daytime hours during off‑weeks if desired
• Single-site position
• Varied ECC caseload – supporting multiple local practices
• Supportive night structure – sole charge with an experienced RVN, plus a Twilight Vet until 10:30pm
• Longstanding team – vets have been with us 3–4 years
• Flexible approach to rota planning

Work alongside an experienced, skilled team, including:

• An Advanced Practitioner in ECC
• A surgery certificate holder on site
• A vet currently completing a Diagnostic Imaging certificate
• An AVP in Dentistry
• A culture that actively supports certificates and clinical interests

We're well equipped to handle challenging ECC cases, with:

• Top-of-the-range ultrasound
• DR digital radiography
• Endoscopy equipment
• Well-equipped theatre and diagnostics

You'll lead on overnight emergency and critical care cases, supported by a capable RVN team and Twilight Vet. The rota offers predictability, balance, and the chance to work on an interesting and varied caseload.

You'll be a great match if you:

• Are confident with sole-charge emergency work
• Stay calm and structured during busy shifts
• Value a friendly, stable clinical team
• Want to develop clinically or pursue a certificate
• Enjoy ECC caseload and variety
• Are seeking flexibility and good work–life balance

Plymouth offers the perfect blend of coastal living and vibrant city life. With the stunning Plymouth Sound, the South West Coast Path, and Dartmoor National Park all on your doorstep, it's ideal for those who enjoy the outdoors, walking, watersports, or scenic weekends away. The city is lively yet affordable, with great restaurants, independent shops, a thriving arts scene, and plenty of green spaces. Whether you're relocating or already local, Plymouth offers an exceptional quality of life alongside a brilliant place to develop your veterinary career.