Veterinary Referral Clinician - Equine Surgery - Emergency Out of Hours

Are you a residency-trained or boarded equine surgeon seeking a rewarding fixed-term position? Sussex Equine Hospital is looking for a skilled surgeon to join our team on a 3-month fixed-term contract, providing out-of-hours (OOH) surgical cover on a rota basis to support our team.

About the Role:

*Provide part-time OOH surgical cover on a rota basis

*Join a supportive, specialist-led team delivering high-quality care

About Sussex Equine Hospital:

Situated in Ashington, West Sussex, our RCVS-accredited Tier 3 Equine Hospital offers an ideal balance of countryside, coast, and city living. We serve Sussex, Surrey, and Hampshire with a comprehensive range of surgical, medical, diagnostic, and ambulatory services.

Our cutting-edge, purpose-built hospital boasts:

*MRI, CT, scintigraphy, digital radiography, ultrasonography, endoscopy, and on-site laboratory facilities

*Specialist diplomates in surgery, internal medicine, theriogenology, and sports medicine

*A dedicated team of 26 equine vets supported by expert nurses, grooms, and admin staff

Established in 1951 as Arundel Equine Hospital, we relocated to this state-of-the-art Ashington site in 2017, maintaining our commitment to the highest standards of equine care.

Who We’re Looking For:

*Residency-trained or boarded equine surgeon

*Experienced in providing OOH surgical cover

*Collaborative, professional, and client-focused

*Motivated to work within a dynamic clinical team

Why Work With Us?

*Access to a modern, well-equipped facility with advanced imaging and diagnostic tools

*Join a passionate, specialist multi-disciplinary team

*Enjoy a lifestyle combining beautiful countryside, coastline, and nearby city amenities

We offer a supportive, growth-focused work environment, where you’ll have a significant impact on our operations and client experience. At Sussex Equine Hospital, you’ll join a team that cares deeply, shares knowledge, and dares to innovate. Salary will be according to experience. In addition, you will benefit from:

Work Life Balance (Pro rata)

* 6.6 weeks annual leave plus additional time off for your birthday

Wellbeing

* Cycle to work scheme

* Initiatives focused on employee wellbeing

* Non-accidental injury support

Development

* Learning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia Academy

* Access to Vetlexicon - our encyclopaedia provider

* Infection prevention and control programme

* Quality Improvement Programme

Additional

* Pawsome Benefits - reward gateway giving discounts and cashback with 100's of retailers

* Pension scheme

* Discounted staff pet care

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