Clinical Director

CVS Group; North East; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A veterinary practice in County Durham is seeking a Clinical Director to lead their team and maintain clinical excellence. The ideal candidate has proven veterinary experience and strong leadership skills. This role offers a supportive environment with various benefits and a competitive salary based on experience.

Benefits

Buy and sell holiday scheme

Pension plan

Discounts on services

Paternity leave

Qualifications

• Experience in clinical duties within a veterinary practice.
• Ability to contribute to practice growth and business development.

Responsibilities

• Lead the clinical team, ensuring high standards of care.
• Collaborate with the Regional Director and practice leads.
• Identify opportunities for new services in the practice.

Skills

Proven experience as a veterinary surgeon

Strong interpersonal and leadership skills

Commitment to high-quality clinical care

Excellent communication skills

Understanding of business development

Job description

Why Us

Ashfield Veterinary Surgery in Annfield Plain, County Durham, are seeking a Clinical Director to join the practice, located in a beautiful rural county within 6 miles of historic Durham City and 15 miles (or 15 mins on the train) from the bright lights of Newcastle upon Tyne.

The practice is surrounded by stunning countryside, with the Durham Dales and Durham coastline both within easy reach.

Salary for this exciting Clinical Director role is dependent on experience, plus benefits. We are happy to discuss relocation packages for those interested in moving to the area.

The Role

You'll be working alongside a forward-thinking clinical team of Vets, RVNs, PCAs, receptionists, and admin support. Our practice has room to grow, and we're looking for someone who can help lead that development while maintaining clinical excellence.

What we would like you to bring

• Proven experience as a veterinary surgeon, including clinical duties
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills to foster team engagement
• Commitment to delivering high-quality clinical care and driving continuous improvement
• Flexibility and willingness to support colleagues across the practice
• Excellent communication skills to ensure clear and effective messaging within the team
• Collaboration with the Regional Director and other practice leads
• Understanding of business development, including interpreting financial data and KPIs
• Ability to identify opportunities for new services and contribute to practice growth

Salary and benefits

The salary for the successful Clinical Director is dependent on experience, plus access to our wide range of benefits, including:

Vet Oracle, our support platform for veterinary colleagues that provides expert advice and support across a range of clinical areas, plus our buy and sell holiday scheme, pension, discounts, paternity leave... and many more that you can view on our what-we-offer page!

Interested or "To apply"

For an informal chat about this role, or to arrange a visit to the practice for a warm welcome, please contact our Resourcing Partner, Dave, on 07780 436 395 or at [e-mail]

To submit an online application, click "Apply Now", upload your CV, and we'll be in touch.

CVS is committed to being a fully inclusive place to work where all our colleagues are encouraged and supported to be themselves, where difference is celebrated and where everyone feels able to deliver their best. We are also determined to build a workforce that is more representative of our diverse communities and the people we provide our services to.