Lead Veterinary Surgeon: Clinical Leader & Mentor

Linnaeus Group; Bushey; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5 weeks holiday + bank holidays

Birthday off

No out-of-hours

RCVS and VDS fees paid

External CPD funded

Career progression opportunities

Staff discount schemes

Wellness program

Cycle to work scheme

Job summary

Blythwood Vets is looking for a Lead Veterinary Surgeon to guide a well-established, multi-site team across Bushey and Hatch End. You will lead clinical care, mentor staff and influence practice direction while remaining actively on the clinic floor.

The role offers a 4-day week, no on-call shifts, and relocation support up to £5,000 for direct candidates. Salary £70,000–£80,000 depending on experience, with a supportive leadership culture.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years UK experience with leadership responsibilities.
• Proven ability to mentor and develop colleagues.
• Confident in leading clinical decision-making and teamwork.
• Excellent communication and client relationship skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day clinical leadership across sites.
• Mentor veterinary and nursing teams to maintain high standards.
• Balance hands-on clinical cases with strategic practice direction.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Communication

Clinical leadership

Team collaboration

Education

Veterinary Surgeon

Tools

Digital radiography

Ultrasound

Dental radiography

Job description

Blythwood Vets is looking for a Lead Veterinary Surgeon to guide a well-established, multi-site team across Bushey and Hatch End. You will lead clinical care, mentor staff and influence practice direction while remaining actively on the clinic floor.

The role offers a 4-day week, no on-call shifts, and relocation support up to £5,000 for direct candidates. Salary £70,000–£80,000 depending on experience, with a supportive leadership culture.