Locum Vet - Basildon

Locum Veterinary Surgeon – Basildon

This is a short-term locum opportunity in Basildon, covering a series of specific shifts across November. The role offers a varied mix of late consultations, Saturday work, ops and hospital shifts within a 24/7 Small Animal Practice, making it a suitable booking for a Veterinary Surgeon who is comfortable stepping into different parts of the service.

Key Details

- Start Date: 19 November 2026

- End Date: 27 November 2026

• 19th November: 9:15 - 19:15 Late Consults
• 20th November: 9:15 - 19:15 Late Consults
• 21st November: 9:00 - 17:00 Saturday
• 24th November: 7:45 - 17:45 Ops
• 25th November: 7:45 - 17:45 Ops
• 27th November: 8:00 - 18:00 Hospital

- Profession: Veterinary Surgeon

- Speciality: Small Animal Practice

- Location: Basildon, Essex

- Duties: Late consultations, ops and hospital work

Why You'll Love This Role

This booking offers variety across consultations, surgery and hospital work within a well-established Small Animal Practice. The team operates from a 24/7 facility and supports a broad clinical service, which makes this an appealing locum opportunity for a Veterinary Surgeon seeking varied shifts.

About the Role

You will be covering a defined set of shifts between 19 and 27 November, with work including late consultations, Saturday cover, ops and hospital duties. The rota includes both weekday and weekend shifts, providing a varied locum commitment across the booking period.

The role is suitable for a Veterinary Surgeon who can support different areas of the practice across the available dates. The work is based within a busy clinical environment and will suit someone confident working across a range of Small Animal Practice duties.

About the Practice

The practice is part of a veterinary group operating a 24/7 facility in Essex. The team includes over 30 experienced staff members and provides services ranging from routine check-ups to complex surgeries.

Facilities include digital x-ray, ultrasound and an in-house laboratory, supporting prompt diagnosis and treatment. The practice also places value on regular CPD sessions, specialist training opportunities and flexible working hours.

Working in Basildon

Basildon is well placed for candidates looking to work in Essex, with good access to surrounding towns and wider commuter routes into London. It is a practical location for Veterinary Surgeons who may be travelling in for locum shifts or seeking work within a substantial local catchment. The area offers the convenience of a busy town setting with straightforward links to the rest of the county.

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of work will I be covering.

You will be covering late consultations, ops and hospital shifts across the booked dates. The rota also includes a Saturday shift.

Is this a permanent role.

No. This is a short-term locum opportunity covering specific dates in November.

What facilities does the practice offer.

The practice has digital x-ray, ultrasound and an in-house laboratory. It also operates as a 24/7 facility.

Is there weekend work.

Yes. One of the booked shifts is on Saturday 21 November 2026.

When is the role available.

The booking runs from 19 November 2026 to 27 November 2026.

If you are available for any of these shifts and would like to be considered, please enquire for further information. Your time and responsiveness are appreciated.

Job Reference No: JN-35989