Lead Veterinary Surgeon

Job Description

Our client is seeking an experienced Lead Veterinary Surgeon to join their practice. This role offers the unique opportunity to develop your clinical interests in a flexible environment, with a competitive salary of up to £80,000. The successful candidate will join a locally owned practice, where clinical decisions are made by the team, without corporate constraints. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a progressive and supportive practice that prioritises both patient care and team well-being.

As the Lead Veterinary Surgeon, the successful candidate will have the opportunity to work in a highly skilled team of 6 vets, 10 RVNs, 6 SVNs, and a dedicated reception team. They will play a key role in shaping the clinical offering, with a surgical bias that could see them spending up to 3 days in surgery each week. Our client encourages clinical freedom, providing a varied caseload and opportunities to expand skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the clinical team, focusing on surgical procedures
• Contribute to regular vet meetings to discuss cases and review protocols
• Maintain high standards of patient care with the support of an experienced team
• Participate in a 1:4 Saturday rota (with occasional sole charge)
• Ensure excellent client communication and service
• Help foster a supportive and collaborative working environment

Requirements

• A minimum of 4 years post-graduation experience with a surgical bias
• Strong leadership and team collaboration skills
• Flexibility in terms of working hours; options such as school hours or long/short days can be arranged
• Passion for continuous professional development (CPD) and a desire to contribute to a progressive practice

Benefits

• Competitive salary of up to £80,000 DOE (FTE)
• No OOH, Sundays, or bank holiday work
• 6.6 weeks of annual leave, plus birthday leave
• Unlimited CPD with full support for further certifications
• Professional fees paid
• Contributory pension scheme
• Access to a wide range of benefits through a rewards hub, including well-being support and everyday discounts
• Flexible working patterns available to fit around personal commitments

If you would like an informal chat or wish to apply, Our client would love to hear from you. Don’t miss the chance to become part of their fantastic team!

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