Veterinary Surgeon

Our client is seeking a dedicated and experienced Veterinary Surgeon for a recently refurbished practice. The clinic features two consult rooms, a separate nurse consult room, a spacious prep area, a designated imaging room, and a refurbished theatre with new ultrasound, dental, and radiography equipment. The environment is designed to provide a high standard of care and a pleasant workspace.

This role offers the successful candidate the opportunity to lead a small, dedicated team, providing high-quality service to clients. The team includes a Head Nurse and a patient and client care team, all committed to excellence. The position involves managing a varied caseload, with a significant number of feline patients, including a high volume of neutering procedures. The practice also supports local charity neutering schemes, offering an essential service to the community.

Responsibilities

• Deliver exceptional clinical care during consultations and procedures.
• Provide clear updates and excellent care to clients.
• Maintain the highest standards of regulatory, practice, and operational compliance.
• Prepare accurate treatment and care plans with clear cost estimates.
• Mentor and develop team members, enhancing their skills and utilising them effectively.
• Manage clinical handovers and patient transfers to out-of-hours or enhanced care.
• Share and support clinical best practices within the practice and the wider veterinary community.

Requirements

• RCVS registered Veterinary Surgeon.
• Experience in delivering high-quality care to patients and clients.
• Effective team player with strong clinical leadership skills.
• Ability to implement a progressive clinical culture.
• Experience in supporting nurse consults and Schedule 3 procedures, understanding their impact on clinic performance.
• Skilled in coaching and influencing colleagues to achieve their best.

Benefits

• Private Medical Insurance from day one.
• Health cash plan covering dental, physio, and optical services, with access to a 24/7 Private GP Service.
• Life Assurance at three times your salary.
• Access to 24-hour counselling by phone or in person.
• 5 weeks of annual leave plus Bank Holidays, increasing to 6 weeks with length of service.
• An additional ‘Day for You’, a paid day off for personal use.
• Clinical CPD allowance of £1,500 per year plus 3 days’ paid leave.
• Internal CPD and access to Clinical Communities.
• Funded certificate opportunities.
• VDS, RCVS, and BVA fees paid.
• Sabbatical based on length of service.
• Interest-free Season Ticket Loan.
• Cycle to Work scheme.
• Discounts on products and services.
• Support for Certificates of Sponsorship for a Tier 2 (General) Visa and relocation support.

About Our Client

Our client is a leading provider of veterinary care with practices across the UK, including 24-hour centres and referral practices. They have a growing international presence with practices in France, Germany, and Spain. The organisation prides itself on fostering a supportive and connected community, where exceptional care for patients, clients, and colleagues is a core value.

Joining their team means being part of a forward-thinking and compassionate environment, equipped with the best facilities and treatment options. This is an exciting opportunity to work with talented individuals who are passionate about animal care and eager to make a difference.

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