Lead Veterinary Surgeon

Medivet; Ashford; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Medivet Ashford is looking for a passionate Lead Veterinary Surgeon to join their team. The role involves delivering exceptional clinical care, mentoring staff, and ensuring compliance with high standards. With access to advanced equipment and a supportive team culture, this position offers a fulfilling opportunity in veterinary care.

Benefits

Private Medical Insurance from day one

Health cash plan from day one

Life Assurance 3x salary

5 weeks’ annual leave + Bank Holidays

£1,500/year CPD + 3 days paid leave

Funded certificates

Interest-free Season Ticket Loan

Cycle to Work scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in delivering exceptional patient and client care.
• Effective team player with clinical leadership skills.
• Supportive of a progressive clinical culture.

Responsibilities

• Deliver exceptional clinical care during consultations and procedures.
• Mentor and develop team members.
• Prepare tailored treatment plans with cost estimates.

Skills

Clinical leadership skills

Team player

Patient care

Coaching skills

Education

RCVS registered Veterinary Surgeon

Job description

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Overview

Medivet Ashford is seeking a passionate Lead Vet, confident in Ultrasonography, to join our team. You will work alongside a Certificate Holder and experienced RVNs in well-equipped practices featuring digital and dental x-ray, ultrasound, echocardiography, ECG, and a full lab including microscope, haematology, biochemistry, and iSTAT analysers. All out-of-hours care is managed by our Richmond 24-hour Medivet hospital, where you will also have access to CT.

Working Hours

40 hours per week over 4 days, plus 1:6 full weekends at our flagship hospital in Richmond.

Our Team & Culture

Our biggest asset is our team, with diverse experience from vets to nurses. We aim to work cases to gold standard with positivity, supported by our Positivity Board and high NPS score of just under 90%. Check out our Google Reviews for more insight!

Application & Contact

For more information or a friendly initial chat, contact [e-mail].

Key Benefits

• Private Medical Insurance from day one
• Health cash plan from day one (dental, physio, optical) + 24/7 Private GP
• Life Assurance 3x salary
• 24-hour counselling support
• 5 weeks’ annual leave + Bank Holidays, rising to 6 weeks
• ‘Day for You’ paid leave
• £1,500/year CPD + 3 days paid leave
• Internal CPD & Clinical Communities
• Funded certificates
• VDS, RCVS, BVA fees paid
• Sabbatical options
• Interest-free Season Ticket Loan
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Discounts on Medivet products/services
• Sponsorship & relocation support

Role Responsibilities

• Deliver exceptional clinical care during consultations and procedures
• Provide clear updates to clients
• Maintain high standards of regulatory and operational compliance
• Prepare tailored treatment plans with cost estimates
• Mentor and develop team members
• Ensure smooth clinical handovers and out-of-hours transfers
• Support clinical best practices within the practice and community

Skills & Experience

• RCVS registered Veterinary Surgeon
• Experience in delivering exceptional patient and client care
• Effective team player with clinical leadership skills
• Supportive of a progressive clinical culture
• Experience with nurse consults & schedule 3 procedures
• Coaching and influencing skills to motivate colleagues

About Us

Medivet is a leading UK veterinary provider with practices nationwide, including 24-hour and referral centres, and international practices in France, Germany, and Spain. We foster a supportive, innovative environment with top-tier equipment and treatment options, dedicated to making a positive impact for our colleagues, patients, and clients.