Job Description

Job Title: Senior Veterinary Surgeon

Salary: From £60,000 per annum (Dependent on experience)

Job Type: Permanent, full-time

Hours: 30-40 hours per week, with no out-of-hours, and 1:5 weekends (Part-time applicants considered)

Looking to step into leadership? We are seeking a passionate and experienced Veterinary Surgeon to join our dynamic team.

About us

This location offers the perfect blend of city and countryside, just 30 minutes from the beach, 15 minutes from the broads, and only 5 minutes’ drive from the city centre. The city centre boasts a fantastic array of shops, historic architecture, and a beautiful cathedral.

We are one of three locally connected practices, each individually owned and operated. Our clinic features superb clinical and support staff who will help you settle in quickly.

The team consists of three vets (two experienced vets and two new graduates), as well as six RVNs, one student nurse, and multiple support staff. One of the vets has a special interest in orthopaedics and surgery.

Our purpose-built practice is fully equipped with everything you need, and we offer support and development from a highly experienced regional team to guide you in your transition to leadership. Partnership prospects may also become available for the right candidate, as part of our ambitious expansion plans.

We have a supportive, experienced team with certificate holders in surgery and ophthalmology, as well as four other vets currently studying for certificates. Equipment includes a brand-new ultrasound, digital x-ray, dental x-ray, endoscopy, tonometry, slit lamp, multi-parameter units in all theatres, and a full in-house laboratory.

All clinics in our local group provide:

• 15-minute vaccination and 30-minute clinical appointments

• Well-stocked orthopaedic kits

• Mental health first aiders

• Implementation of BVA good workplace guides

• Regular clinical meetings

• Small animal GP status with PSS accreditation

About the Role

As a Senior Veterinary Surgeon, you will play a crucial role in mentoring and guiding the veterinary team. Your primary focus will be to support the professional development of our new graduate veterinarians, ensuring they are well-equipped to provide top-quality care. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced veterinary professional who enjoys teaching, coaching, and helping others achieve their full potential.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the team to manage a varied caseload and demonstrate ownership of your actions

• Be responsible and accountable for the entire Veterinary team

• Deliver top-class clinical standards and client care

• Take accountability for absence management

• Cover gaps in the vet rota when/if other cover is not available

• Regularly assess and audit the Veterinary team, taking appropriate action where necessary

• Confidently deliver high-level veterinary care and monitor patient progress

• Prioritise emergency actions to stabilise and prevent animal discomfort

• Interact effectively with the nursing team, understanding the importance of good nursing

• Confidently handle routine and non-routine consultations

• Provide hands-on coaching and guidance to veterinarians and veterinary nurses, helping them develop clinical skills and confidence

• Design and deliver training sessions on the latest veterinary practices, procedures, and technologies

• Offer ongoing support to team members, assisting with complex cases and fostering a culture of continuous learning

• Assess the progress of team members and create tailored development plans to enhance their skills and knowledge

• Work closely with the practice management and clinical teams to ensure all staff receive the support and training they need

About You

We are looking for a Veterinary Surgeon with proven experience in mentoring or coaching veterinary professionals, or similar environments. We are keen to help support and develop individuals with lesser experience but who are keen to progress their clinical coaching expertise.

You will also have excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate others. A Degree in Veterinary Medicine (DVM or equivalent) and full registration with the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) are required.

Benefits

• Salary starting from £60,000 (dependent on experience)

• 30-40 hours per week, no out-of-hours, and a 1:5 weekend rota

• Relocation packages available for those within or outside the UK

• Visa sponsorship available for eligible candidates (A+ rated sponsor)

• Private health insurance (upon completion of probation)

• Contributory pension scheme

• Generous CPD allowance

• 5.6 weeks holiday, increasing to 6.6 weeks after 2 years of service

• Your birthday off (or a day within 2 weeks of your birthday)

• Career development opportunities

• Paid membership fees

• Access to a reward hub with colleague discounts

• 40% discount on in-practice services

We’re generous with our CPD, which colleagues are actively encouraged and supported to use to further their interests and develop their skills. If you’re keen to continue developing, we are here to support you too!