Lead Veterinary Surgeon

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

Job summary

Join a leading veterinary care provider as a Lead Veterinary Surgeon in Huntingdon. Manage a small team in a well-equipped practice, focusing on delivering exceptional care to patients and clients. Enjoy a supportive environment with numerous benefits, including a welcome bonus and relocation assistance. This role offers a great work-life balance with no out-of-hours shifts.

Benefits

Quarterly Lead Vet Contribution Scheme

Private Medical Insurance

Health cash plan

Life Assurance

24-hour counselling services

5 weeks’ annual leave

Clinical CPD allowance

Funded certificate programs

Interest-free Season Ticket Loan

Cycle to Work scheme

Qualifications

• Demonstrated clinical leadership skills.
• Experience in delivering exceptional care to patients and clients.

Responsibilities

• Deliver exceptional clinical care to patients during consultations and procedures.
• Engage, mentor, and develop your team, enhancing their skills and effectiveness.

Skills

Clinical Leadership

Team Player

Client Care

Education

RCVS registered Veterinary Surgeon

Job description

Medivet Huntingdon, England, United Kingdom

Lead Veterinary Surgeon

Medivet Huntingdon, England, United Kingdom

2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants

Are you looking for a step up in managing a team? Or interested in joining an excellent practice in a thriving village?

Medivet Brampton is a small animal, multi-vet practice with a loyal, friendly client base and a varied caseload. The practice is well-equipped with digital x-rays, dental facilities, ultrasound, multiparametric monitor, in-house laboratory, and more.

As a Lead Vet in this two-vet practice, you will have the autonomy to manage your own team, with support from Medivet’s large community of clinicians when needed.

This role involves working 4 days a week with no out-of-hours shifts and currently no weekends. Part-time applications are also welcome.

We offer relocation support for those moving over 60 miles within the UK or internationally, as well as assistance with visa costs. A £5,000 welcome bonus is also available upon joining.

For more information before applying, please contact Serena at [e-mail].

Key Benefits

• Quarterly Lead Vet Contribution Scheme with potential to earn up to 20% extra on your salary.
• Private Medical Insurance from day one.
• Health cash plan from day one (covering dental, physiotherapy, and optical services) with 24/7 Private GP Service.
• Life Assurance worth 3 times your salary.
• Access to 24-hour counselling services, available via phone or in person.
• 5 weeks’ annual leave plus Bank Holidays, increasing to 6 weeks with length of service.
• An additional ‘Day for You’, a paid day off to use as you wish.
• Clinical CPD allowance: £1,500 per year plus 3 days’ paid leave.
• Internal CPD opportunities and access to Clinical Communities.
• Funded certificate programs.
• VDS, RCVS, and BVA fees paid.
• Sabbatical leave based on service length.
• Interest-free Season Ticket Loan.
• Cycle to Work scheme.
• Discounts on Medivet products and services.
• Support for Certificates of Sponsorship for Tier 2 (General) Visa and relocation assistance.

Role Accountabilities

• Deliver exceptional clinical care to patients during consultations and procedures.
• Provide outstanding care to clients, including clear updates on patients.
• Maintain professional excellence, adhering to regulatory, practice, and operational standards.
• Prepare accurate estimates for clients, ensure payment, and minimize debt.
• Collaborate with the Practice Manager to optimize commercial performance focusing on key metrics.
• Engage, mentor, and develop your team, enhancing their skills and effectiveness.
• Inspire your team by sharing new or evolving standards and process changes.
• Complete clinical handovers and coordinate transfer of patients requiring out-of-hours or specialized care.
• Proactively support and share clinical best practices within and across practices and the wider Medivet community.

Your Skills And Experience

• RCVS registered Veterinary Surgeon.
• Demonstrated clinical leadership skills.
• Experience in delivering exceptional care to patients and clients.
• Understanding of how exceptional care enhances client experience.
• Experience implementing a progressive clinical culture.
• Ability to drive strong commercial performance through effective clinical activity management.
• Effective team player with coaching and influencing skills.

About Us

Medivet is a leading veterinary care provider with practices across the UK, including 24-hour centers and referral hospitals. We are expanding internationally with practices in France, Germany, and Spain.

We support a large, connected community of colleagues committed to providing exceptional care. We believe every interaction matters and can make a real difference. Being part of Medivet means working in a forward-thinking, caring environment with state-of-the-art equipment and treatment options, and being valued as a team member.

This is a place for talented individuals who are passionate about animals and want to excel in their field. Join us and be part of our exciting future plans.