Head Veterinary Surgeon -Small Animal

Alexander Veterinary Centre; Barrow-in-Furness; On-site; GBP 68,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A veterinary practice in Barrow-in-Furness is seeking a Head Veterinary Surgeon. The role involves overseeing practice operations, clinical work, and collaborating with the management team. You will benefit from a competitive salary up to £80,000, relocation allowance, and a comprehensive set of employee benefits including 6.6 weeks annual leave and a CPD allowance. This is a full-time role with no out-of-hours requirements, offering a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Relocation allowance

Welcome bonus

6.6 weeks annual leave

Private Medical Insurance

Company pension scheme

Cycle to Work scheme

Qualifications

• Experience as Head Vet or Veterinary Surgeon preferred.
• Passionate about veterinary leadership.
• Ability to oversee practice operations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the general running of the practice.
• Involvement in clinical work, operating, and consulting.
• Work with Practice Manager and Practice Director.

Skills

Veterinary leadership

Clinical work

Team collaboration

Job description

Salary up to £80,000 plus Relocation Allowance up to £5,000 and Welcome Bonus up to £3,000.

We have an excellent opportunity for a Head Veterinary Surgeon looking to progress here at Alexander Vets. Whether it's your first role as a Head Vet or you simply seek a fresh challenge, we would love to hear from you. If you are passionate about veterinary leadership and are currently a Head Vet or Veterinary Surgeon and want to make a meaningful impact in our community this role could be perfect for you.

Day to day duties and responsibilities

Day to day duties would see the successful candidate overseeing the general running of the practice with involvement in clinical work, operating and consulting. You will also work in tandem with the Practice Manager and Practice Director. We are looking for someone who will work alongside our experienced vets and give guidance and support within all clinical aspects of practice life.

Hours of work

This is a full-time position, working a 4-day week with 1:4 Saturday mornings only. There are no OOH requirements.

About us

We are a well equipped, family friendly first opinion practice on the edge of the Lake District which has stunning scenery, amazing walks and is near to local beaches. Our practice has all the latest lab, X-ray, laser and Ultrasound equipment. Preventative health care and case continuity are important to us meaning you will build up a great relationship with both clients and their pets.

Our great team

We are a friendly, close and inclusive team that likes to promote a supportive culture. The practice consists of 2 vets, 3 RVN's a soon to be SVN and a dedicated reception team.

Because our people 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 the following:

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
• Supporting a greener commute to work with a Cycle to Work scheme and Green Cars Scheme, subject to eligibility criteria
• Voluntary benefits: we give you the flexibility to choose from a range of voluntary benefits to suit you
• Access to discounts/cashback with hundreds of participating retailers
• Discounted treatment for your own pets at an IVC Evidensia practice

Up to £80,000 DOE