Hospital Practice, Lead Vet Surgeon Vacancy, Borough of Richmond, London

Bright Leaf Recruitment; London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading 24/7 RCVS Accredited Hospital in London seeks a Lead Veterinary Surgeon to join their established 8-vet team. This role offers a diverse caseload, supportive work environment, and opportunities for professional development. Enjoy a flexible rota and competitive salary with a bonus scheme.

Qualifications

• Experience with routine medical and surgical procedures.
• Ability to work independently with routine cases.
• Ideally some emergency exposure.

Responsibilities

• Lead the team and manage clinical development.
• Support a busy, varied caseload.
• Create the best experience for clients and pets.

Skills

Leadership

Surgical Procedures

Emergency Care

Tools

Digital X-ray

Ultrasound

Endoscopy

ECG

Job description

Lead Veterinary Surgeon – 24/7 RCVS Accredited Hospital – London

Join a highly respected and well-established 8-vet team in the affluent London Borough of Richmond. Our client is seeking a confident veterinary surgeon, comfortable with routine medical and surgical procedures, to support their busy, varied caseload. While the practice is well-supported by experienced colleagues, candidates must be able to work independently with routine cases and ideally have some emergency exposure.

You will effectively lead the team, managing clinical development and team morale, working together to create the best experience for clients and their pets. In return, alongside a competitive salary, there is a bonus scheme available.

Why Join This Team?

1. Diverse Caseload & Referral Work: The hospital sees an extensive range of cases, including surgical referrals, making it an excellent environment for vets looking to pursue or complete a certificate. The practice is open to buying out existing training agreements to support candidates looking to transition.
2. Flexible & Supportive Rota: As a 24/7 hospital with a dedicated night team, out-of-hours work is not required. The rota offers a 4-day working week with 1 in 6 weekends.
3. State-of-the-Art Facilities:
   • Digital X-ray
   • Ultrasound
   • Full dental suite
   • Comprehensive orthopaedic kit
   • Endoscopy & ECG
   • Full in-house lab & CT scanner
   The hospital handles everything from routine consults and surgeries to advanced medical and surgical cases, including laparoscopic procedures, thyroidectomy, BOAS, TPLO, fracture repairs, and more.

About the Practice:

• RCVS Practice Standards Accredited Small Animal Hospital with ECC Accreditation
• Established, supportive team: 5 day vets, 3 night vets, 6 day RVNs, 2 night RVNs, 4 SVNs, 3 PCAs, 5 CCAs
• Nurse training practice and graduate vet residency provider
• Many team members with 10+ years’ service

Location:

Situated in vibrant South West London, near Richmond Park and Kew Gardens, with excellent transport links—mainline rail, London Overground, Underground, and major road access (M3 & M4). Free parking is also available nearby.

To learn more about this exciting opportunity or wish to apply, please contact [e-mail] or call us at 01422 433900. We are dedicated to assisting talented Small Animal Veterinary Surgeons and nurses in finding the ideal job.

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