Senior Vet / Clinical Director

Ashfield Veterinary Surgery (Durham); Stanley; On-site; GBP 68,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A veterinary practice in County Durham is seeking a Clinical Director to lead a clinical team. This full-time role offers a salary up to £80k, along with a £5k welcome bonus and a range of benefits, including a buy and sell holiday scheme, pension, and discounts. Candidates must have a veterinary degree and leadership experience. This role provides an opportunity to join a supportive and forward-thinking environment, committed to exceptional patient care.

Benefits

Buy and sell holiday scheme

Pension

Discounts

Paternity leave

Qualifications

• Experience in a veterinary leadership role is essential.
• Ability to provide clinical excellence and manage a team.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead with a forward-thinking clinical team.
• Manage the development of the practice.
• Maintain clinical excellence while overseeing operations.

Skills

Leadership in clinical settings

Veterinary medicine expertise

Ability to manage a team

Strong client communication

Education

Veterinary degree

Job description

Ashfield Veterinary Surgery in Annfield Plain, County Durham, are seeking a Clinical Director, Senior Vet or Head Vet to join the practice, located in a beautiful rural county within 6 miles of historic Durham City and 15 miles (or 15 mins on the train) from the bright lights of Newcastle upon Tyne.

The salary for the successful Clinical Director is up to 80k FTE dependent on experience, plus we are delighted to offer a welcome bonus of £5k.

We are happy to discuss relocation packages for those interested in moving to the area.

Why Us

We are a long-established and trusted practice with a loyal client base. Over two years ago, we relocated to our purpose-built premises, which has proven to be a fantastic move for both our clients and our team.

We are committed to building a forward-thinking practice where staff wellbeing and progression is just as important as providing exceptional client and patient care, and we are looking for another team member who shares our values.

Visiting advanced practitioners in surgery and imaging provide opportunities for keeping more complex cases in house where appropriate, and strong links with our local referral centres gives us opportunity to follow referred cases through their patient journey.

The Role

You’ll be working alongside a forward-thinking clinical team of Vets, RVNs, receptionists, and admin support. Our practice has room to grow, and we’re looking for someone who can help lead that development while maintaining clinical excellence.

This is a full-time role, with a share of Saturday mornings and no OOH.

Salary and benefits

The salary for the successful Clinical Director is up to 80k FTE dependent on experience, plus access to our wide range of benefits, including:

• buy and sell holiday scheme
• pension
• discounts
• paternity leave
• and many more that you can view on our what-we-offer page

Interested or ‘To apply'

For an informal chat about this role, or to arrange a visit to the practice, please contact our Resourcing Partner, Dave, on 07780 436 395 or at [e-mail]

To submit an online application, click ‘Apply Now’, upload your CV, and we’ll be in touch.

The Joining bonus for successful candidates is subject to terms and conditions.

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