Lead Veterinary Surgeon & Clinical Mentor

Vets for Pets; Leicester Forest East; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

RCVS fees paid

VDS fees paid

CPD funding

Contributory pension

Staff discounts

Job summary

Vets for Pets in Leicester is seeking a Lead Vet to oversee consultations, surgeries and inpatient management. You will guide the clinical team, shape treatment pathways and help refine protocols, working closely with the practice management and colleagues.

The role offers a 40-hour week over 4–5 days with a 1 in 3 Saturdays, and a salary of £70,000–£80,000 depending on experience and rota. Benefits include CPD funding, RCVS/VDS fees paid, and a contributory pension, with a busy, supportive team

Qualifications

• Well rounded vet with solid experience across consultations, surgeries and inpatient management.
• Certificate holder in medicine or surgery desired to lead clinical standards.
• Ability to guide colleagues and refine clinical protocols.

Responsibilities

• Lead Vet as first point of contact for clinical queries and decisions.
• Guide the clinical team, develop skills and promote best practice.
• Contribute to protocol review and rota planning for the team.

Skills

Clinical leadership

Surgical skills

Inpatient management

Mentoring teammates

Case discussions

Education

Certificate in medicine or surgery

Tools

X-ray

Dental X-ray

Ultrasound machine

Job description

Vets for Pets in Leicester is seeking a Lead Vet to oversee consultations, surgeries and inpatient management. You will guide the clinical team, shape treatment pathways and help refine protocols, working closely with the practice management and colleagues.

The role offers a 40-hour week over 4–5 days with a 1 in 3 Saturdays, and a salary of £70,000–£80,000 depending on experience and rota. Benefits include CPD funding, RCVS/VDS fees paid, and a contributory pension, with a busy, supportive team