Lead Veterinary Surgeon - Birmingham

purovets; West Midlands Combined Authority; On-site; GBP 85,000; Full time

Job summary

An independent, innovative veterinary practice in Birmingham is seeking a Lead Veterinary Surgeon to join their dynamic team. This role offers the opportunity to lead a talented group of four vets, perform a variety of surgeries, and utilize state-of-the-art facilities that include advanced ultrasound and digital X-ray equipment. With a strong focus on work-life balance, this practice supports your professional development while ensuring a family-friendly environment. Enjoy benefits such as a generous salary, relocation assistance, and the option of living in a newly renovated, pet-friendly apartment. If you're ready to innovate and grow in your career, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

6 weeks holiday including bank holidays

Relocation assistance

Private health insurance

Pension scheme

Generous CPD allowance

RCVS, VDS + BSAVA fees covered

Independent 2-bedroom apartment (pet-friendly)

Qualifications

• Looking for a confident all-rounder with strong surgical bias and diagnostic imaging skills.
• Experience in leading a veterinary team and performing advanced procedures is essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead a dynamic 4-vet team, performing consultations, surgeries, and advanced procedures.
• Ensure high-quality patient care and follow up on cases in a supportive environment.

Skills

Surgical Skills

Diagnostic Imaging

Organizational Skills

Education

Veterinary Medicine Degree

Tools

ProPet70 Sonoscape Ultrasound Machine

Digital X-ray System

Idexx Lab Suite

Job description

Lead Veterinary Surgeon - West Midlands

• Join an innovative, independent, and fast-growing practice with state-of-the-art facilities, including advanced ultrasound, digital X-ray, and a fully equipped lab to support your expertise.
• Enjoy the freedom to expand your interests and follow up on cases in a supportive environment, leading a dynamic 4-vet team and performing a mix of consultations, surgeries, and advanced procedures.
• Earn up to £85,000 per annum plus a generous benefits package, including the option to live in a newly renovated, independent 2-bedroom apartment (pet-friendly!) with a modern kitchen and bathroom.
• Relocation assistance is available, and the practice’s commitment to work-life balance ensures your professional role complements your personal life, making it a truly family- and pet-friendly workplace.

Are you ready to lead, innovate, and grow in an independent, forward-thinking veterinary practice? This proudly independent practice in Birmingham is on the hunt for a confident all-rounder with a strong surgical bias, diagnostic imaging skills, and a flair for organisation to head up a dynamic 4-vet team.

The practice offers a mix of consultations, surgeries, and inpatient care, with the freedom to follow up on cases and expand your personal interests. You’ll work in a well-equipped, spacious facility featuring separate dog and cat waiting areas, a dedicated pharmacy, and a fully equipped dog grooming space. The clinical areas boast three consultation rooms, a staff kitchen with a relaxing space to unwind, separate kennels for cats and dogs, a spacious prep area, a dental suite, and a sterile theatre. Here, you’ll perform not only routine surgeries but also a variety of soft tissue and emergency procedures, including TECA, BOAS, and orthopaedic surgeries.

State-of-the-art equipment is at your fingertips, including a ProPet70 Sonoscape Ultrasound Machine with advanced cardiac probes, a portable Butterfly Ultrasound, a new digital X-ray system, and an Idexx lab suite for in-house hematology and biochemistry testing. With access to two external laboratories, the practice ensures top-notch diagnostic capabilities to support your work.

Join a fast-growing, vibrant team with a blend of personalities, experience levels, and perspectives. This pet- and family-friendly practice is committed to ensuring that your professional life complements your personal life. The experienced Practice Manager understands the importance of communication and balance, ensuring you’ll feel supported every step of the way.

This is a unique opportunity to make your mark as a leader, develop your skills, and shape your career in a practice that prioritises innovation, sustainability, and collaboration. If you’re looking for a role where your voice is heard, your interests are nurtured, and your contributions are valued, this is the perfect place for you!

The Rota:

• Full time position
• 1:3 Saturday Mornings
• Monday to Friday rotas / 10:30-6:30 or 8:30-4:30

Benefits:

• 6 weeks holiday including bank holidays
• Salary up to £85,000 per annum
• An independent, newly renovated 2 bed apartment (pets allowed) with fully equipped new kitchen and bathroom, can be provided as benefit in kind (first comes first served)
• Relocation assistance
• RCVS, VDS + BSAVA fees covered
• Generous CPD allowance
• Private health insurance
• Pension scheme
• Plus much more!

If this sounds like the role for you, please contact Will on 01904 570056 or email me at [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.

Ref: JOB-46614