Head Veterinary Surgeon - Durham

purovets; North East; On-site; GBP 68,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

RCVS fees paid

VDS fees paid

CPD allowance

Funded CertAVP/PgCert

Pension scheme

Health cash plan

Wellbeing support

Staff pet care discounts

Job summary

purovets in County Durham is seeking a Head or Senior Veterinary Surgeon to lead clinical standards, mentor colleagues and shape the practice’s future with flexible hours and strong clinical support.

The role offers excellent development opportunities with generous CPD and funded postgraduate qualifications, plus benefits such as RCVS and VDS fees paid and a supportive team in a modern facility.

Qualifications

• Experienced Veterinary Surgeon with strong clinical skills.
• Passion for coaching and developing colleagues.
• Excellent communication and teamwork.
• A proactive approach to clinical standards and patient welfare.

Responsibilities

• The successful candidate will help deliver excellent patient and client care, drive clinical development and support team performance.

Skills

Clinical skills

Coaching & mentoring

Communication & teamwork

Clinical standards

Job description

Head / Senior Veterinary Surgeon – County Durham

Salary up to £75,000 DOE | Full-Time or Part-Time | Flexible Working

An exciting opportunity for a Head or Senior Veterinary Surgeon to join a friendly, well-equipped practice in County Durham. With flexible hours, excellent clinical support and outstanding development opportunities, this role offers the chance to lead clinical standards, mentor colleagues and help shape the practice's future.

Why Join?

• Salary up to £75,000 DOE
• Full-time or part-time hours with flexible working days
• RCVS and VDS fees paid
• Generous CPD and fully funded postgraduate qualifications
• Supportive team and modern, purpose-built facilities

The Practice

Recently relocated and conveniently located near Durham City and Newcastle, the practice features three consultation rooms, separate cat and dog waiting areas, an in-house pharmacy and a modern theatre.

The team includes two vets, four RVNs, a PCA, SVN, reception team and Practice Manager. Nurses run clinics including weight management and geriatric care, with teamwork and regular case discussions central to the practice.

The Role

The successful candidate will help deliver excellent patient and client care, drive clinical development and support team performance. This is an ideal opportunity for an experienced vet who enjoys mentoring colleagues and contributing to a positive, collaborative working environment.

Requirements

• Experienced Veterinary Surgeon with strong clinical skills
• Passion for coaching and developing colleagues
• Excellent communication and teamwork
• A proactive approach to clinical standards and patient welfare

Benefits

• Up to 33 days' annual leave, with buy/sell options
• Pension scheme
• CPD allowance, BSAVA library and 450+ courses
• Funded CertAVP/PgCert, including tuition, exams and study leave
• Clinical mentoring and specialist case support
• Health cash plan, wellbeing support and enhanced family leave
• Staff pet care discounts

Benefits are pro-rated where applicable.

For more information or for a confidential chat, please contact Lily on 01904 570056 or email [e-mail]

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