Have you dreamed of working in ECC? Do you thrive in emergency situations? Do you want to enable the provision of world class care 24/7? Are you looking for a night role in an ECC setting? If you said YES, YES and YES, then keep reading.

At Village Vets, we take pride in our dedication to delivering the highest standards of veterinary care. With our Greyabbey clinic fully equipped for ECC, we are excited to offer structured night shifts that support excellent work–life balance.

As a valued ECC Vet, you will have a strong desire to work in emergency care service. The ideal candidate will be highly motivated, hard-working, and a team player. In Village Vets we strive to provide the best standard of care to our patients and the best service to our clients. We are proud to support our staff with a comprehensive CPD program and we welcome and encourage any interest in further education. This is an exciting opportunity to be a part of our out-of-hours emergency care service.

Why You’ll Love This Role:
As an ECC Vet at Greyabbey, you will:

• Take the lead in assessing and triaging emergencies, making critical decisions to save lives.
• Perform appropriate emergency procedures and surgeries in a fully equipped modern clinic.
• Manage and stabilise critically ill patients, implementing tailored treatment protocols.
• Communicate clearly and compassionately with clients, supporting them through difficult decisions.
• Work collaboratively with a skilled veterinary and nursing team to deliver high-quality patient care.
• Maintain detailed records and ensure compliance with VCI standards.
  This role is perfect for a self-motivated, professional, and empathetic vet who thrives in emergencies and wants a rewarding night rota with excellent work–life balance.

This night ECC Vet role will allow you to have a great working life balance with a rota of Monday–Thursday nights, every 3 weeks, at a competitive salary of €65–75k pro rata. We are also open to applicants looking for part-time night rotations.

Key Responsibilities of an Emergency and Critical Care Veterinary Surgeon (ECC):

Patient Assessment and Triage:

• Rapidly assess incoming emergency cases to prioritise treatment based on the severity of the condition.
• Perform thorough physical examinations and develop initial diagnostic and treatment plans.

Critical Decision-Making:

• Make prompt decisions in life-threatening situations, ensuring the best possible outcomes for patients.
• Evaluate risks and benefits to determine the most appropriate interventions.

Emergency Procedures and Treatments:

• Perform lifesaving procedures, such as wound management, stabilisation of trauma patients, CPR, and appropriate surgical interventions.
• Administer emergency therapies, including blood transfusions, oxygen therapy, and pain management.

Diagnostic Workups:

• Perform and interpret diagnostic tests, including blood work, imaging studies (X-rays, ultrasound), and urinalysis.
• Develop differential diagnoses and adjust treatment plans based on test results.

Surgical Expertise:

• Safely induce and manage anaesthesia in critical patients.
• Perform emergency surgeries appropriate to a ECC setting, ensuring aseptic technique and patient stability.

Intensive Patient Management:

• Oversee and guide the care of critically ill patients requiring continuous monitoring and support.
• Implement treatment protocols including fluid therapy, nutritional support, and medication administration.

Client Communication and Support:

• Communicate complex medical information and treatment plans to pet owners in a compassionate and clear manner.
• Provide emotional support and guidance to clients facing difficult decisions regarding their pet’s care.

Team Collaboration:

• Work collaboratively with the clinic team to ensure patients and clients receive compassionate, high-quality care.

Record Keeping and Documentation:

• Maintain detailed and accurate medical records for all patients.
• Document diagnostic findings, treatments, and client communications for legal and continuity of care purposes.

Professional Development and Compliance:

• Maintain active registration with the VCI and meet CPD requirements.
• Adhere to the VCI Guide to Professional Conduct.

Knowledge & Skills:

• Current registration with VCI
• MVB or Equivalent
• 3+ years post-graduation experience in small animal care

Desirable:

• Further qualification specific to ECC
• Previous experience in a busy emergency hospital

Experience & Skills:

• Triage management
• Diagnostic expertise under pressure
• Surgical proficiency in ECC procedures
• Emergency stabilisation skills
• Clear and compassionate client communication

Personal Qualities:

• Professional, self-motivated, and trustworthy
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Empathy and sensitivity when delivering difficult news

Benefits:

• Great work life balance with night rota (Mon–Thu nights every 3 weeks)
• Holidays are pro rata and included in base salary
• Professional fees paid for VCI and VDS
• Gym contributions, health plan, and cycle-to-work scheme

If you would like to know more about our amazing veterinary team, please call us for an informal chat or apply now!

NB: This job description is developed to help you gain a better understanding of the job