Clinical Director

The Barn Animal Hospital; Basingstoke; On-site; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

An established animal practice in Basingstoke is looking for a Clinical Director to lead clinical excellence and team development. This role offers a competitive salary of up to £77,000 per annum plus a welcome bonus of £5,000. Candidates should have a strong background in veterinary practice leadership and exceptional clinical care, alongside effective communication skills. Join a supportive team dedicated to animal welfare and continuous professional development.

Benefits

5 weeks holiday + bank holidays + Birthday Leave

RCVS and VDS fees paid

External CPD funded

Extensive free online CPD program

Career progression opportunities

Staff discount schemes

Life Assurance

Enhanced sickness pay

Enhanced equal family leave

E-car salary sacrifice scheme

Wellness program

Qualifications

• Proven experience in practice leadership and delivery of exceptional clinical care.
• Strong communication skills to inspire and engage your team.
• A client-focused ethos with a passion for patient outcomes.
• Commitment to quality improvement, education, and team development.

Responsibilities

• Lead in delivering exceptional clinical care and practice leadership.
• Inspire and engage the team with strong communication.
• Maintain a client-focused ethos with a passion for excellent patient outcomes.
• Contribute to quality improvement, education, and team development.

Skills

Practice leadership

Clinical care

Strong communication skills

Client-focused ethos

Commitment to quality improvement

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Clinical Director

Salary: Up to £77,000 per annum (D.O.E) plus Welcome Bonus up to £5,000 (direct applications) or Relocation Package

Location: The Barn Animal Practice, Basingstoke

Job Type: Permanent, Full-time

Hours: 40 hours per week, 4-day week with 1 in 4 Saturdays. No OOH

Introduction: Experienced Veterinary Surgeon or a Clinical Director seeking a new challenge, with a passion for leading a highly respected and long-established practice. Join The Barn Animal Practice to drive clinical excellence, nurture team growth, and shape the future of our practice.

Why join us?

• Drive forward clinical excellence, practice growth and performance within an established small animal practice with more than 20 years of service.
• State-of-the-art facility: latest technology including a new ultrasound machine, digital x-ray, endoscope, bronchoscope, in-house lab for biochemistry, haematology and cytology, and a fully equipped dental suite with dental x-ray capabilities.
• Purpose-Built for Excellence: Two dedicated surgical theatres enabling a wide range of procedures to be handled efficiently and safely.
• Silver ISFM Cat Friendly Practice and Dog Trust Dog Friendly Clinic status with separate dog and cat wards to reduce stress for hospitalised patients.
• Continuous development and training opportunities to strengthen clinical and leadership skills and a commitment to learning and innovation.

The Team

At The Barn Animal Practice, our team is our greatest asset. We foster a collaborative and supportive environment with a no-blame culture built on respect, compassion, and a shared passion for animal welfare. We offer a 4-day work week, regular breaks including 30 minutes blocked for administrative duties, and regular team-building activities and professional development. We are proud to have served our community for over 20 years.

Role responsibilities

Lead in delivering exceptional clinical care and practice leadership. Inspire and engage the team with strong communication. Maintain a client-focused ethos with a passion for excellent patient outcomes. Contribute to quality improvement, education, and team development.

What we are looking for

• Proven experience in practice leadership and delivery of exceptional clinical care.
• Strong communication skills to inspire and engage your team.
• A client-focused ethos with a passion for patient outcomes.
• Commitment to quality improvement, education, and team development.

Benefits

• 5 weeks holiday + bank holidays + Birthday Leave
• RCVS and VDS fees paid
• External CPD funded
• Extensive free online Linnaeus CPD program
• Career progression opportunities
• Staff discount schemes
• Life Assurance
• Enhanced sickness pay
• Enhanced equal family leave
• E-car salary sacrifice scheme
• Recruitment referral reward scheme
• Wellness program including:
  • Employee assistance program
  • Eyecare voucher scheme
  • Free annual Flu jab
  • Cycle to work scheme

About us

The Barn Animal Practice is part of Linnaeus and Mars Veterinary Health, the largest family-owned veterinary company in the world. Being privately owned, we are driven by purpose to create a better world and think long-term. At Linnaeus, a better world for pets starts with a better world for our people. Our Associates are over 6,000 strong with access to a large network of specialists and development opportunities, plus a comprehensive wellbeing package to support physical and mental health.

We are committed to fostering a culture that is inclusive and diverse, and we value individuality while uniting around a commitment to excellence and our purpose.

To apply, please complete the quick application form below. For more information, please contact Lissa at [e-mail] or call 07523268918.