Head Vet (Maternity Cover) | Lead Small Animal Care

CVS Group; Seaford; Hybrid; GBP 52,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

RCVS Fees Paid

CPD allowance

Telemedicine support (Vet Oracle)

Health cash plan

Staff discounts

Job summary

CVS Vets in Seaford, East Sussex, seeks a Head Vet for maternity cover up to 12 months with the potential to become a full-time position. The role is onsite with a 4-day week rota and Saturdays 1 in 4, no on-call.

Accommodation may be available and the clinic environment focuses on kindness, teamwork and patient care. With a competitive up to £60,000 pa DOE and full-time equivalent, this opportunity suits an experienced small animal vet (4+ years) looking to lead clinical care, mentor colleagues

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years' experience in small animal practice.
• Strong medical knowledge including routine and emergency surgery.
• Good communication skills and client service orientation.

Responsibilities

• Lead surgical and medical cases and diagnostic investigations.
• Mentor and support team members to upskill and maintain standards.
• Support maternity cover for up to 12 months with potential for full-time role.
• Contribute to developing clinical standards and best practice.

Skills

Lead clinician

Team leadership

Client communication

Clinical autonomy

Mentoring

Small animal veterinary

Surgical skills

Education

BVMS/BVetMed or equivalent

Tools

Radiography

Job description

CVS Vets in Seaford, East Sussex, seeks a Head Vet for maternity cover up to 12 months with the potential to become a full-time position. The role is onsite with a 4-day week rota and Saturdays 1 in 4, no on-call.

Accommodation may be available and the clinic environment focuses on kindness, teamwork and patient care. With a competitive up to £60,000 pa DOE and full-time equivalent, this opportunity suits an experienced small animal vet (4+ years) looking to lead clinical care, mentor colleagues