Veterinary Careers at Vets Now

The dedication of our teams ensure continuous care for pets, even over the festive season

As the festive season approaches, we celebrate the incredible dedication and compassion that drives our teams. 365 days a year, our teams are the light that keeps pets safe, providing expert care and comfort when it’s needed most.

At Vets Now, every role plays a part in making a real difference to the lives of pets and their families. If you’re ready to join a team that’s always there, apply today and become part of something truly special. 🌟 #BeTheLight

Now for Your Career in Emergency and Critical Care

Vets Now takes immense pride in revolutionising the provision of Emergency and Critical Care (ECC).

Partnering with local veterinary practices, we ensure their clients have access to a dedicated out-of-hours service, delivering exceptional care when needed most.

This innovative approach is powered by our team of full-time vets, vet nurses, and support staff who specialise in working nights, weekends, and bank holidays to provide uninterrupted, high-quality care.

At Vets Now, we understand that ECC can be challenging yet incredibly rewarding, offering unique opportunities to expand your clinical expertise and make a significant impact from day one. Whether you are just starting your career or looking to take the next step, our supportive environment and commitment to professional development can help you thrive in this dynamic area.

We emphasize creating a conducive working environment where colleagues feel well-supported in their roles, ensuring they can deliver the highest standards of care.

A male veterinarian from Vets Now in an emergency clinic, wearing a blue uniform, examining a dog with curly brown fur, likely discussing the treatment plan.

Dedicated to advancing Emergency and Critical Care

If you are considering a career in ECC, we encourage you to email our Talent team. They are eager to connect with you, discuss your career aspirations, and answer any questions you might have.

Join us at Vets Now and become part of a supportive team dedicated to advancing Emergency and Critical Care and ensuring that pets receive the best possible treatment around the clock.

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Out-of-hours doesn’t mean all hours: discover life at Vets Now

Although our clinics operate during nights and weekends, it doesn’t mean you’ll be working around the clock.

For many of our vets and vet nurses, the flexibility and support provided by Vets Now make balancing the rest of their lives easier.

Contact our Talent team

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Rewards at Vets Now

At Vets Now, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We are dedicated to fostering an environment where our team members can professionally and personally thrive.

By prioritising work-life balance, continuous learning, and mental well-being, we ensure that your career in veterinary care is both rewarding and fulfilling. We believe that when our staff are supported and content, they are best equipped to provide exceptional care to the pets and families we serve.

Learn more about life at Vets Now

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Getting started in ECC veterinary jobs

Regardless of where you are in your clinical career, if you’re considering ECC, we have the perfect opportunities for you to explore.

Our placements, internships, and Edge programs offer both early-career and experienced vets the chance to experience life in our clinics and hospitals while building confidence in their skills. Our nationwide presence offers diverse opportunities for growth and development across various locations.

Vet students and early career vets

Opportunities to grow and develop

Vets Now provides various opportunities to experience working in ECC and enhance your skills. Discover more about our programs for vet and vet nurse students, prospective students, and newly qualified vets.

Find your path here

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Veterinary internships

At Vets Now, the UK’s largest independent veterinary group, we provide rotating small animal internships as well as specialised internships tailored to different disciplines.

These opportunities are designed for qualified veterinary surgeons seeking to gain practical experience, expand their knowledge, and enhance their skills in veterinary medicine.

Learn more and apply here

Vets Now Edge programmes

Cutting Edge and AdvantEdge

If you’re a qualified vet considering a transition to ECC, our distinctive Edge programs are designed to boost your confidence and refresh your critical care knowledge.

The Cutting Edge program offers the first ten weeks of your new role dedicated to learning all about life in ECC.

For vets with daytime experience looking to refine their ECC skills, the AdvantEdge program provides an intensive two-week course.

These programs also open up various veterinary jobs across the UK, including roles for vet surgeons and vet nurses.

Discover our Edge programmes here

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Experienced veterinary clinicians

Vets with a few years of experience who want to study ECC before starting at Vets Now can get started with our AdvantEdge programme, or alternatively, experienced vets and vet nurses can apply directly to our current vacancies.

We support flexible working, so if you do not see a work pattern or location that suits your needs at the moment, please reach out to [email protected] for a chat.

Our dedicated team is committed to supporting pets and families in local communities through our state-of-the-art surgeries.

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