Lead Veterinary Surgeon

MedMatch; Grantham; On-site; GBP 63,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing practice near Belton, Great Yarmouth, is seeking a Lead Surgical Veterinary Surgeon to join their team. This role focuses on surgical excellence and mentoring junior vets while offering a competitive salary of up to £75,000, a £5,000 welcome bonus, and various relocation benefits. The practice prides itself on providing top-notch care with modern facilities and a supportive team environment, ideal for a veterinarian looking to make a significant impact in a friendly community.

Benefits

Welcome Bonus

Relocation Allowance

Generous CPD Allowance

Private Medical Insurance

Enhanced Family Leave

Professional Fees Covered

Colleague Discounts

Wellness Support

Qualifications

• Strong interest or experience in soft tissue/orthopaedic surgery.
• Passionate about mentoring and team development.

Responsibilities

• Manage varied surgical caseload and set surgical standards.
• Mentor junior vets and improve patient outcomes.
• Lead on soft tissue and orthopaedic surgeries.

Skills

Surgical Excellence

Mentoring

Team Development

Education

RCVS registered Veterinary Surgeon

Certificate holder or working towards one

Job description

Lead Surgical Veterinary Surgeon –near Belton, Great Yarmouth

Salary up to £75,000 (D.O.E.) Welcome Bonus Relocation Support

Are you a surgically-minded vet looking to take the lead in a modern, well-equipped practice? We have a fantastic opportunity for a Lead Surgical Vet to join a growing practice near Belton,Great Yarmouth, where you’ll focus on surgical excellence while mentoring and supporting a skilled team.

Package Highlights

• Salary up to £75,000 (D.O.E.)
• Up to £5,000 welcome bonus
• Relocation allowance available
• Generous CPD allowance – certificates encouraged
• 6.6 weeks of annual leave (including Bank Holidays)
• Private medical insurance and enhanced family leave
• Professional fees covered (RCVS, VDS, etc.)
• Colleague discounts and wellness support

The Role

As Lead Surgical Vet, you’ll manage a varied surgical caseload and help shape the surgical standards of the practice. You’ll play a key role in mentoring junior vets, contributing to clinical discussions, and improving patient outcomes.

• Take the clinical lead on soft tissue and orthopaedic surgeries
• Support and guide the vet team on surgical best practices
• Work in a supportive team that values clinical progression
• Get protected time for leadership responsibilities

The Practice

This is a busy and growing small animal practice with excellent facilities, including digital x-ray, ultrasound, in-house lab, and multiplemodern surgical theatres. The team is friendly, collaborative, and focused on delivering gold-standard care.

Located close to the beautiful Norfolk coastline, you can enjoy a fantastic lifestyle balance with access to beaches, nature, and a welcoming local community.

Ideal Candidate

• RCVS-registered Veterinary Surgeon
• Strong interest or experience in soft tissue/orthopaedic surgery
• Passionate about mentoring and team development
• Certificate holder or working towards one (supported)

To Apply, either click “Apply” or send in your CV [e-mail].

For more information please also do not hesitate to call Mark on07907862230 and we would be happy to answer any questions you may have about this great opportunity.

If you are interested in any other roles across the UK, please feel free to visit us onmedmatch.co.uk/jobs.

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