25+ years
in Emergency and Critical Care
Vets
From students and newly qualified vets to experienced clinicians ready to advance in ECC.
Why Vets Now
Built for emergencies
Emergency and critical care is fast paced, demanding and deeply rewarding. Working in ECC means exposure to varied caseloads, real clinical responsibility and strong teamwork — all within an environment designed to help people grow in confidence and capability.
60+
locations across the UK
Career pathways
for every stage of your career
200,000+
animals treated a year
Out-of-hours doesn't mean all hours
Because we work when others don't, we can build work around your life rather than the other way round. From permanent and part time roles to locum, weekend only and flexible contracts, you'll find a way of working that fits — backed by benefits designed to support you both in and outside of work.
Edge programmes
Kickstart your career in ECC
Moving from daytime practice into ECC can feel like a big step, whether you're early in your veterinary career or bringing years of experience.
Our Edge programmes offer a structured, supported route into emergency and critical care. Through expert led learning and practical training, you'll build on the skills you already have, develop your ECC knowledge and grow in confidence.
Hear from our people
I've had loads of support as far as the flexibility of shifts is concerned and working things around childcare. I can't imagine how I'd ever make it work financially if I was still in first opinion as it would need to be part-time.
I’ve really enjoyed it. There have been cases – like a GDV that came in recently – that I’ve been able to treat successfully that I’d never have been able to handle before I did Cutting Edge. I feel that I’m making a real difference, helping to save animals’ lives and that I have found what I’m meant to do.
I've had loads of support as far as the flexibility of shifts is concerned and working things around childcare. I can't imagine how I'd ever make it work financially if I was still in first opinion as it would need to be part-time.
5–6 November 2026, Leeds
Join us at ECC Congress
It’s time to mark your calendars because our Emergency & Critical Care Congress is back – bigger, bolder, and more unmissable than ever!
For two unforgettable days, we’re bringing together industry-leading professionals, delivering 80+ hours of CPD, inspiring lectures, hands-on workshops, and game-changing insights. Congress is about learning, building connections, and inspiring the future of ECC.
