Clinical Lead/Senior Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal

IVC Evidensia; Newton Abbot; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading veterinary group in South Devon is seeking an experienced Veterinary Surgeon to join their supportive team. The role offers the opportunity to manage clinical standards and guide a dedicated staff, with a focus on patient care and team development. Additional benefits include a 4-day work week, substantial CPD support, and a competitive salary up to £82,500 depending on experience.

Benefits

6.6 weeks annual leave including bank holidays

Private Medical Insurance

£1250 CPD allowance

Discounted treatment for pets

Company pension scheme

Qualifications

• Registered Veterinary Surgeon with leadership experience.
• Strong background in clinical practice and veterinary care.

Responsibilities

• Support the Practice Director in managing the practice.
• Drive clinical standards and make decisions.
• Manage team rota and support clinical staff.

Skills

Strong leadership skills

Excellent client communication

Clinical decision-making

Education

Degree in Veterinary Medicine

Job description

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Overview

Ready for the Next Step in Your Veterinary Career? We are looking for an experienced and passionate Veterinary Surgeon to join our supportive team at Powderham Veterinary Group. This is an exciting opportunity to take the next step in your career by contributing to both clinical excellence and the development of our team. You'll work closely with South Devon Veterinary Hospital & Kingsteignton Veterinary Group too, with lots of opportunities to grow within your role.

About the Role

In this leadership role, you will support the Practice Director in guiding the practice and nurturing our team. Responsibilities can be tailored depending on the site and your interests, but may include:

• Rota management
• Supporting clinical team
• Helping drive clinical standards and decision-making

We pride ourselves on excellent patient care and outstanding client communication-if these values resonate with you, we'd love to hear from you.

Work-Life Balance That Works for You

• 4-day working week for genuine work/life balance
• Based across 4 sites
• Participation in the weekend rota, shared evenly among the team

Fantastic Facilities & Supportive Team

You'll be working in the beautiful South Devon area close to Dartmoor and our fabulous beaches surrounded by experienced and friendly colleagues.

• 3 satellite branches, each with its own established team and loyal clients
• Access to South Devon Veterinary Referrals with Ophthalmology team, Orthopaedic surgeon, and Cardiac service plus you would assist to develop our other referral facilities.
• A culture of support, wellbeing, and continuous professional development
• We actively encourage our team to pursue CPD and in-house learning to develop and grow both clinically and personally.

Interested?

We'd love to speak with you! Get in touch today to learn more about how this role could be the perfect fit for you.

Because our employees matter

We recognise that our people are fundamental to the success of our business. Investing in our people, premises and processes is at the heart of what we do. In addition to a competitive base salary, you will benefit from -

• Note: (Salary information and benefits are listed in the original posting.)

Work-life balance

• 6.6 weeks annual leave, inclusive of bank holidays
• Additional holiday entitlement for your birthday

Wellbeing

• Private Medical Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programme: 24/7 confidential helpline
• Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay
• Initiatives focused on colleague wellbeing

Development

• £1250 CPD allowance with 40 hours paid CPD leave pro rata
• Certificate support
• Learning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia Academy
• Access to Vetlexicon - our online encyclopaedia provider
• All our Vets & Nurses can apply for research funding
• All our Vets get £1250 per annum to spend via our Care Fund
• Infection Prevention and Control Programme
• Quality Improvement Programme

Professional Memberships

• BVA membership
• VDS cover
• RCVS fees

Colleague Benefits

• Company pension scheme. IVC Evidensia will make a contribution as well
• Cycle to Work scheme and Green Cars Scheme, subject to eligibility criteria
• Voluntary benefits: range of voluntary benefits to suit you
• Discounts/cashback with hundreds of participating retailers
• Discounted treatment for your own pets at an IVC Evidensia practice

Salary

£0 - £82,500 a year. Salary up to £82,500 FTE DOE