New Priory Vets, Brighton, Brighton, South East

Discipline: Emergency Vet

Competitive salary

Exciting, part-time role available working at our main hospital site providing out of hours services over weekends and bank holidays.

The clinic provides a comprehensive range of general practice veterinary services including medicine, surgery, radiography, CT, ultrasound and dentistry along with the support of nursing clinics - all bolstered by excellent hospital facilities. Patients of our Brighton clinic can also benefit from the on-site support of Brighton Veterinary Referrals if additional expertise is required.

You will come into contact with many specialists and be an essential team player in providing great care and service to our clients. We are a 5 minute walk from the train station and a 20 minute walk into central Brighton. The area is perfect if you enjoy a mix of vibrant town life with a beautiful countryside and outdoor activities on your doorstep.

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. 

At IVC Evidensia, we believe careers should be built without limits. Our people are supported to make more clinical impact, access more career opportunities, and play an active role in their local and professional communities. Through investment in learning, innovation, and wellbeing, we create environments where our teams can grow in confidence, capability, and fulfilment—at every stage of their career. 

How You’ll Make a Difference 

As an Emergency Out of Hours Veterinary Surgeon, you’ll work collaboratively with the wider practice team to deliver a high standard of patient and client care across a varied and rewarding caseload. 

You’ll continue to develop your clinical skills and interests while sharing your knowledge and experience with colleagues, contributing positively to the clinical culture of the practice. You’ll be an integral member of the clinical team, delivering excellent care and supporting the ongoing development of those around you. 

Priory Emergency Treatment Services (P.E.T.S.) is our dedicated emergency service. Emergency care is delivered by our team of dedicated out-of-hours emergency care vets and nurses operating from our state-of-the-art flagship Brighton hospital.

You will consult and care for inpatients alongside our ECC vet, providing out of hours services to local clinics.

Rota for this position will include 30 hours over 3 days per week, predominately working weekends and bank holidays but with hours available Mon-Fri on weeks that don't include a bank holiday.

You Might Be a Great Fit If... 

You are a confident and motivated veterinary surgeon who enjoys working as part of a team and is committed to delivering high-quality patient and client care. You’ll bring: 

A Veterinary degree and registration (or eligibility to register) with the RCVS 

Experience working in out of hours with growing confidence in seeing emergency cases 

Strong communication skills and the ability to build effective relationships with clients and colleagues 

A proactive approach to learning, with openness to feedback and development 

Professionalism, reliability, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively 

How We’ll Support You 

At IVC Evidensia, we’re committed to supporting your ongoing development and wellbeing. When you join us, you’ll benefit from: 

Clear career pathways with progression opportunities across primary care, referral, leadership, and specialist roles 

Funded learning and development including CPD allowance and access to IVC academy training centres & role-relevant courses

£1,250 annual Care Fund for every vet 

Access to mentors, regional clinical coaches, and peer networks 

Support to develop clinical interests and expand your capabilities 

A collaborative, values-led culture focused on care, community, and continuous improvement 

What We Offer Our Team 

6.8 weeks’ holiday including bank holidays 

Private medical insurance 

Enhanced family leave and pay across maternity, paternity, adoption and surrogacy

BVA membership, VDS cover & RCVS fees

Cycle to Work and Green Car schemes (eligibility applies)

Retail discounts and cashback offers

Reduced-cost veterinary care for your own pets