Practice Owner

Vets for Pets; Bedford; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional veterinary practice in Bedford offers an exciting opportunity for practice ownership. As the owner, you will have clinical autonomy and support from a dedicated team. The practice is well-established with a strong client base and offers growth opportunities. This role is ideal for those looking to lead a veterinary team and expand services, all while enjoying a guaranteed salary from day one.

Qualifications

• Experience in veterinary practice management or ownership required.

Responsibilities

• Run the practice with clinical autonomy.
• Maintain and grow the client base.
• Lead and manage an existing team.

Job description

Overview

Practice Ownership with Vets for Pets Bedford offers a partnership-based ownership model with clinical autonomy and support from dedicated departments. You can run the practice your way, with no restriction on services or suppliers, and gain funding through banks that understand our model, plus a guaranteed salary from day one. Your shares hold all the value in the practice and are the primary financial beneficiary when you sell.

Practice Description

Vets for Pets Bedford is a profitable, well-established practice located on London Road, the main route into Bedford. Since opening in 2008, it has maintained a strong client base, excellent visibility, accessible transport links, and 10 free client parking spaces. A bus stop is outside and a train station is within walking distance, making it convenient for clients and staff.

The practice is RCVS-accredited for practice standards and holds Silver ISFM Cat-Friendly status, supporting high-quality care and a strong regional reputation. This provides a solid environment for a veterinary professional to take ownership and continue delivering great care to the community.

Growth Opportunities

As a profitable business, Bedford Vets for Pets offers opportunities to grow, including extending opening hours, introducing care plans and national promotions, increasing new client registrations, and expanding the clinical team. These opportunities support potential increases in profitability.

Current Team

The team comprises 4 veterinarians including the current partner, plus a dedicated nursing and reception team: Head Nurse, 4 RVNs, a Student Nurse, and a Veterinary Care Assistant; Reception comprises 1 Head Receptionist and 6 Receptionists. This established team provides a solid support structure for a new owner to build on and lead.

Your Next Steps

To understand more about the opportunity at Vet for Pets and to have a confidential conversation, please contact Bronwen Ballinger at [e-mail] or the provided contact number.

To apply, click the apply now button. We’re also looking for Vets, RVNs and Practice Managers.

If Practice Ownership isn’t the right opportunity, we have live vacancies across the UK for Vets, RVNs, and Practice Managers. For more information, visit the Bedford and general careers pages: vets4petscareers.com/practiceownership/search/bedford and vets4petscareers.com/