Checked 2026-07-14
Twilight Registered Veterinary Nurse (OOH) – Small Animal | Somerset
Synergy Vets · United Kingdom
Candidate fit notes
What to know before applying
The role has clear veterinary nursing or animal-care scope, with details candidates can compare against practice expectations.
Best fit if
- • on-site full-time candidates looking for veterinary nurse work
- • Candidates comparing rota, clinical scope, CPD, and practice setting
Check before applying
- • Ask for the pay range before investing much interview time
- • Confirm rota, OOH/weekend expectations, CPD support, and whether professional fees are covered
Missing or unclear
- • Pay range is not clearly listed
- • Requirements are light, so check must-have experience before applying
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Role summary
What the listing says
Location: Somerset Job Type: Part-Time Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience Join Our Client's Dedicated Out-of-Hours Team Our client is looking for a Registered Veterinary Nurse to join their established out-of-hours emergency service. This is an excellent opportunity for an RVN who enjoys emergency and critical care, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and values working as part of a supportive and experienced team.
Based within a well-equipped veterinary hospital in Somerset, the practice provides a dedicated out-of-hours service for local veterinary practices across the region, delivering high-quality emergency care to a varied small animal caseload, including occasional exotic and wildlife patients. The Role As the Twilight RVN, you'll play a key role in ensuring the smooth running of the evening emergency service.
Your responsibilities will include: - Managing incoming emergency telephone calls. - Booking appointments and triaging patients on arrival.
- Supporting the veterinary surgeon and night RVN throughout the shift. - Assisting with inpatient care and preparing for emergency procedures as required.
- Helping to deliver exceptional patient and client care during out-of-hours periods. You'll work alongside an experienced night veterinary surgeon and dedicated night RVN in a collaborative and supportive environment.
Working Hours This is a part-time position working alternate weekends: - Friday: 7:00pm – 11:30pm - Saturday: 4:00pm – 11:30pm - Sunday: 4:00pm – 11:30pm Average 9. 75 hours per week.
About Our Client Our client is a modern, RCVS-accredited veterinary hospital with a strong reputation for delivering exceptional emergency and critical care. They are passionate about supporting professional development, encouraging CPD and further qualifications, and fostering a positive workplace culture where teamwork and wellbeing are genuinely valued.
The practice offers an interesting and diverse caseload, excellent facilities, and a welcoming team that enjoys regular social events and supporting one another both professionally and personally. Benefits Alongside a competitive salary, you'll receive an excellent benefits package including: - 6.