Senior/Head Veterinary surgeon

TN United Kingdom; Dartford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in veterinary care is seeking a Senior/Head Veterinary Surgeon to join their dedicated team in Dartford. This role offers a unique blend of surgery and consultations, with a focus on providing high-quality care to small animals. Enjoy a flexible working schedule with no out-of-hours commitments, alongside a competitive salary and a generous benefits package. The practice boasts state-of-the-art facilities and a supportive environment for professional development. If you're passionate about animal care and looking for a fulfilling role, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Relocation Allowance

Annual Leave (6.6 weeks)

Birthday Paid Day Off

Private Medical Insurance

Cycle to Work Scheme

Employee Wellbeing Initiatives

CPD Allowance

Access to Vetlexicon

Research Funding Opportunities

BVA Membership

Qualifications

• Experienced Senior/Head Veterinary Surgeon needed with strong surgical skills.
• Ability to manage complex cases and perform high-volume surgeries.

Responsibilities

• Perform surgeries and conduct 15-minute consultations.
• Manage complex veterinary cases with a dedicated team.

Skills

Veterinary Surgery

Client Communication

Diagnostic Imaging

Case Management

Education

Degree in Veterinary Medicine

Postgraduate Qualifications

Tools

Ultrasound Equipment

Digital X-ray

In-house Lab Equipment

Job description

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  Job Title

  Senior/Head Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal - Dartford, Kent

  Practice Details

  Group practice with easy access to Dartford town centre and London. Facilities include dedicated diagnostic imagery & dentistry space, ultrasound, multiparameter, ECG, in-house lab (including microscope), digital x-ray, dentistry, and Doppler.

  Role Overview

  Combination of surgery and 15-minute consultations, with time allocated for complex case work. Opportunity for higher surgery volume.

  Working Hours

  Flexible working, no out-of-hours. Normal week: 40 hours over 4 days, with a protected day off and 1 in 3 Saturday mornings.

  Applicant Requirements

  Experienced Senior/Head Veterinary Surgeon needed to join the dedicated team at Dartford.

  Salary and Benefits

  • Salary up to £80,000 depending on experience
  • Up to £5,000 Relocation Allowance
  • 6.6 weeks annual leave
  • Your birthday as a paid day off
  • Private medical insurance
  • Enhanced family-friendly policies (maternity, paternity, adoption, shared parental, surrogacy)
  • Cycle to Work scheme
  • Employee wellbeing initiatives
  • Non-accidental injury support
  • Access to Mental Health First Aider
  • £1250 CPD allowance + 5 days paid pro-rata
  • Certificate support and learning opportunities
  • Access to Vetlexicon
  • Research funding opportunities
  • £1000 per annum via Care Fund
  • Infection Prevention and Control Programme
  • Quality Improvement Programme
  • BVA membership, VDS cover, RCVS fees
  • Pawsome Benefits reward gateway with discounts and cashback