Lead Branch Veterinary Surgeon - West Sussex

Purosearch Ltd.; England; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

RCVS and VDS fees paid

CPD allowance

Enhanced parental leave

Flexible working policies

Job summary

Purosearch Ltd. is partnering with an independent small animal practice in West Sussex to recruit a Lead Branch Veterinary Surgeon. The role involves leading operations, supervising Vets and Nurses, and delivering advanced surgical and medical care across multiple branches.

The successful candidate will have veterinary registration, leadership experience, and a passion for high-quality patient care. A comprehensive induction, CPD support, and a generous benefits package are provided.

Qualifications

• Qualified Veterinary Surgeon with valid registration.
• Leadership experience preferred but not essential.
• Experience in small animal practice is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Oversee branch operations and lead a team of Vets and Nurses.
• Perform surgical and medical procedures with high precision.
• Ensure the highest standards of veterinary care across branch sites.
• Collaborate with a skilled team to manage diverse cases and emergencies.

Skills

Leadership experience

Education

Qualified Veterinary Surgeon

Job description

Lead Branch Veterinary Surgeon - West Sussex

Lead Branch Veterinary Surgeon - West Sussex

• Lead Branch Veterinary Surgeon opportunity at an independent small animal practice in a charming village in West Sussex
• Excellent onsite facilities with cutting-edge technology including an in-house laboratory, Ultrasound, Endoscopy, Digital X-ray and much more
• Working alongside a highly experienced team, some of whom have additional qualifications
• Generous benefits package including a salary of £60,000+ DOE

Join a proudly independent small animal practice located in a charming village in West Sussex, celebrated for its breath-taking natural surroundings and abundant green spaces. Our client is a growing practice with two state-of-the-art hospitals and four bustling branches, committed to providing exceptional veterinary care.

They are seeking an experienced and passionate Veterinary Surgeon to join their expanding team as the Lead Branch Vet. Their RCVS accredited hospital boasts the latest medical technology, enabling a wide range of diagnostic assessments, emergency treatments, and surgeries. All their practices are equipped with cutting-edge facilities, including an in-house laboratory, Ultrasound, Endoscopy, Digital X-ray, and a modern, comprehensive theatre suite with advanced anaesthetic monitoring devices.

The successful candidate will be responsible for conducting surgical and medical procedures with precision and care, overseeing branch operations, ensuring the highest standards of veterinary care, and collaborating with a skilled team of Vets and Nurses to provide excellent patient care. They will handle a diverse range of cases and emergencies.

Applicants should be qualified Veterinary Surgeons with leadership experience preferred but not essential; our client values drive and focus. A commitment to delivering exceptional veterinary care is essential.

Joining a team of experienced Vets and Nurses with additional qualifications, the role offers a comprehensive induction process, regular internal CPD opportunities, and a generous CPD allowance with certificate funding available.

The Rota:

• Full time - 40 hours per week
• A mixture of shifts (7.30am-6pm, 8.30am-7pm and 9.30am-8pm)
• Daytime weekend rota with TOIL

The Benefits:

• Generous salary from £50,000 - £60,000+ DOE
• RCVS and VDS fees paid plus a subscription of your choice
• CPD allowance; certificates supported & funded
• Enhanced parental leave and flexible working policies

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

To view all our vacancies, please visit www.purovets.com

And don't forget, if this position is of no interest to you but you know someone who may be interested, please pass on our details. We offer £250* for every successful candidate referral. *Terms and conditions apply.