Head Veterinary Surgeon

Buchan Veterinary Clinic; Scotland; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading veterinary clinic in Scotland is seeking a Head Vet to enhance their reputation for excellent pet care. This dual-site role involves leading a dedicated team, promoting clinical excellence, and supporting professional development. The clinic offers a range of benefits, including generous leave, professional memberships, and opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

Professional memberships funded (RCVS & VDS)

5 weeks annual leave plus Bank Holidays

Cycle to work scheme

Discounted pet treatments

Employee Assistance Programme

Internal career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Registered with RCVS.
• Experience in veterinary practice leadership.
• Commitment to continuous professional development.

Responsibilities

• Lead the veterinary teams across two sites.
• Ensure high-quality care for pets.
• Drive clinical excellence and team development.

Skills

Leadership

Clinical Excellence

Team Development

Education

Veterinary Degree

Job description

About Us

We can see so much potential with this practice in this area and will support whatever is needed in practice to expand the services and develop a reputation as an excellent small animal practice.

• We provide a wide range of services
• We have an extensive range of interests in the fields of animal care
• We stay up to date with new developments through continuous professional development
• We are based on the beautiful coast with gorgeous beaches!
• Less than 1 hour to Aberdeen

Located in Peterhead, Aberdeenshire. We are based on thebeautiful coast with gorgeous beaches nearby and less than 1 hour to Aberdeen

The Role

We are looking for a Head Vet to work with our veterinary teams and to help continue our reputation as providing our clients with the best possible care for their pets. This role is dual site, covering our practice sites in Peterhead & Fraserburgh.

You will enjoy working with a forward-thinking clinical team of Vets, Nurses, Receptionists and Patient Care Assistants. The practice has space to grow with the right leader developing the team and driving clinical excellence.

The Package

• Professional memberships funded (RCVS & VDS)
• CPD and further studies are encouraged - your learning and clinical growth are important to us!
• 5 weeks annual leave plus Bank Holidays (or equivalent), plus the option to purchase an additional four weeks leave per year with our Buy/Sell holiday scheme
• Long Service Holiday – receive 1 extra day leave each year during your first 5 years at CVS
• Workplace pension scheme
• Giving Back Day – take a paid day to support a charity or cause of your choice
• Mental Health first aiders — our people are at the heart of what we do, and your health and well-being matter!
• Maternity/Adoption Pay – 10 weeks full pay and 10 weeks half pay
• Paternity Pay and Shared Parental Leave
• Fertility & pregnancy loss policy
• Cycle to work scheme, saving 25-39% on a bike and accessories
• Discounted pet treatments
• Employee Assistance Programme: 24/7 365 days a year helpline to support you and your immediate family when you need it the most
• Discounted UK gym membership
• Performance bonus scheme
• Save as you Earn Scheme (SAYE)
• Internal career progression and transfers available – with a network of over 500 practices, we can support you should you need to relocate

Also see here - What We Offer

We are also open to discussing relocation packages for this role.

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