Permanent Out of Hours Veterinary Surgeon – Equine – Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire

We are recruiting on behalf of a leading equine practice for a Permanent OOH Veterinary Surgeon to join their dedicated team. This is a rare and exciting opportunity to be part of a forward-thinking, supportive practice offering high standards of equine care.

What They Are Looking For:
We are looking for an experienced and confident Equine Vet to support the existing team on the out of hours rota. The role involves covering approximately 50% of the OOH first-call duties, alternating week-on, week-off, with full backup from a second on-call vet. This position is ideal for someone seeking a better work-life balance without stepping back from clinical excellence.

What They Can Offer You:

• Competitive salary of £45,000–£50,000 (DOE)

• Week-on/week-off rota – only 26 weeks per year worked

• Funded CPD with certificate support encouraged

• Option to take one 3-week holiday annually

• Access to fully equipped clinic: DR, ultrasound, surgical suite, scopes, and more

• Opportunity for additional paid day work if desired

• Strong clinical team with multiple certificate holders

• Admin support through bespoke tech systems

• Full benefits package including:

  • Health Shield (health & wellbeing cover)

  • Paid RCVS and two additional memberships

  • VDS cover

  • Enhanced family leave

  • Employee perks and retail discounts

  • Cycle to Work scheme

  • Company sick pay

  • Annual pay reviews

  • Focus on wellbeing and progression

This role offers the perfect balance of professional challenge and personal flexibility. Experience is valued, but the right team fit is paramount.

Must haves:

• RCVS Registered & Qualified or soon to be.
• Possess the right to work in the United Kingdom.
• Have excellent verbal / written communication skills

What happens next?

CLICK APPLY NOW or if you have any pre-application questions or if this role is not quite right for you, please contact the VS Team (details below) to discuss your veterinary career aspirations further.

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