Lead Veterinary Surgeon - Sleaford

Purosearch; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A veterinary practice in Lincolnshire is seeking a Lead Veterinary Surgeon to join their team. This full-time position offers a competitive salary up to £75,000, alongside a generous benefits package. Candidates must be RCVS registered with prior experience in practice and strong leadership abilities. You will work in a purpose-built facility with advanced technology, collaborating with a skilled team and enjoying a supportive environment.

Benefits

Private Medical Insurance

Health cash

Life Assurance 3 x salary

33 days’ annual leave rising to 38

Clinical CPD: £1,500 per year

Staff discount

Support for Certificates of Sponsorship

Qualifications

• Previous experience working in practice is essential.
• Strong clinical leadership skills appreciating exceptional care.
• Able to enhance the client experience through teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Manage a busy and varied caseload in a well-established practice.
• Work alongside a team of specialists in surgeries.
• Provide exceptional care to patients and maintain client relationships.

Skills

Clinical leadership skills

Excellent communication skills

Team player

Education

RCVS registration

Previous experience in practice

Job description

Lead Veterinary Surgeon - Lincolnshire

• Fantastic opportunity for a Lead Veterinary Surgeon to join a purpose-built practice in a charming market town in Lincolnshire
• State-of-the-art technology including ECG, an in-house laboratory, digital x-ray, dentistry equipment, and ultrasound
• Working alongside highly experienced veterinarians, including specialists in orthopaedic surgery, soft tissue surgery, and neurosurgery
• Excellent salary up to £75,000
• Generous benefits package including relocation support

Are you looking to take the next step in your veterinary career? We may just have the perfect opportunity for you. Our client, a small animal practice in a charming market town in Lincolnshire, is seeking a Lead Veterinary Surgeon to join their warm and friendly team on a full‑time basis. This town, often described as a hidden gem, offers a delightful experience for visitors of all ages with its rich history, bustling market, eclectic shops, and array of local attractions.

The practice is well‑established with an excellent client base and a highly experienced team. The purpose‑built facility features five consulting rooms, separate dog and cat wards, and state‑of‑the‑art operating theatres equipped with the latest technology including ECG, an in‑house laboratory, digital x‑ray, dentistry equipment, and ultrasound. The practice sees a busy and varied caseload and serves as a training site for nurses and vets participating in a Graduate Support Programme. You will be joining a team of four highly experienced veterinarians, including specialists in orthopaedic surgery, soft tissue surgery, and neurosurgery. The team also includes a practice manager, one SVN, and a supportive team of PCAs and CCAs.

The successful candidate will be RCVS registered and have previous experience working in practice. Clinical leadership skills, an appreciation for exceptional care, and an understanding of how this enhances the client experience are essential. You must be a good team player with excellent communication skills.

If you are ready to advance your career and join a dedicated team in a thriving practice, we would love to hear from you.

The Rota:

• Full time role – 40 hour week over 4 days
• 1:3 half or 1:6 full weekend rota
• Part time applications welcome

The Benefits:

• Excellent salary between £60,000 and £75,000 DOE
• Private Medical Insurance
• Health cash
• Life Assurance 3 x salary
• Quarterly Lead Vet Contribution Scheme with the potential to earn up to 20% on top of your salary
• 33 days’ annual leave (including Bank Holidays) rising to 38 with length of service
• An additional ‘Day for You’, a paid day’s leave for you to use as you wish
• Clinical CPD: £1,500 per year plus 3 days’ paid leave
• Funded certificate opportunities
• VDS, RCVS and BVA fees paid
• Sabbatical based on length of service
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Staff discount
• Support for Certificates of Sponsorship for a Skilled Worker Visa and relocation support

For more information or for a confidential chat, please contact Will on 01904 570056 or email to [e-mail]

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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 no: JOB-43189