Lead Veterinary Surgeon & Surgical Team Leader

PDSA; Gillingham; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CPD allowance 5 days

Full RCVS fees paid

BSAVA/London Vet Show discounts

25 days holiday + extra days

Pension contributions 5–10%

Life assurance four times salary

Private medical cover

Staff Fetch discounts

Enhanced parental leave

Pet insurance discount

Job summary

PDSA is seeking an experienced Veterinary Surgeon in Gillingham to join a surgically focussed clinical team. You will lead and develop the Veterinary Surgeon team, guiding best practices and maintaining high clinical standards across the hospital.

You’ll work with a surgically biased caseload and apply evidence-based approaches to plan care, while mentoring colleagues and promoting professional growth within the team.

Qualifications

• Qualified veterinary surgeon with at least 3 years' experience.
• Experience leading a team or supervising clinical staff is desirable.
• Comfortable working with clients and colleagues in a busy hospital environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the Veterinary Surgeon team to maintain high clinical standards.
• Manage a surgically biased caseload and determine best treatment plans for each patient.
• Collaborate across departments to ensure excellent animal care and client service.

Skills

Leadership

Surgical skills

Client communication

Education

Veterinary degree (DVM/BVSc)

Tools

Radiography

Ultrasound

Endoscopy

Job description

PDSA is seeking an experienced Veterinary Surgeon in Gillingham to join a surgically focussed clinical team. You will lead and develop the Veterinary Surgeon team, guiding best practices and maintaining high clinical standards across the hospital.

You’ll work with a surgically biased caseload and apply evidence-based approaches to plan care, while mentoring colleagues and promoting professional growth within the team.