Description
Lead Veterinary Surgeon – Leicester
- Take the lead in a recently refurbished, high spec practice with cutting edge equipment including digital X-ray, ultrasound, endoscopy, and orthopaedic kit
- Thrive in a supportive environment with a brilliant team of RVNs, CCAs, and a Practice Manager, where your leadership will directly shape the future of the practice
- Enjoy a varied, high surgical caseload and the opportunity to help grow a new 24-hour service, with full support from a committed clinical and management team
- Benefit from a competitive salary of up to £75,000 plus a generous benefits package, all while living and working in the beautiful and accessible county of Leicestershire
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dynamic and nurturing Lead Veterinary Surgeon to join a thriving, independent practice based in Leicestershire!
Following a full, head-to-toe refurbishment, this spacious and modern facility boasts an X-ray room equipped with digital and dental X-ray, ultrasound, endoscopy, tonometer, orthopaedic equipment, and three consult rooms, with plans for further expansion on the horizon. The practice is a busy hub, offering high surgical and soft tissue caseloads and providing vital out-of-hours support for surrounding clinics, making it the perfect place for a surgeon looking to truly make their mark.
The successful candidate will be joining a dedicated and experienced team, including a Head Veterinary Nurse, five Registered Veterinary Nurses, three Client Care Assistants, and a supportive Practice Manager. As Lead Vet, you will support all areas of the clinic, from consultations to surgery, and play a key role in the mentoring and development of the clinical team. A nurturing, positive attitude is key, ensuring the team continues to grow and deliver exceptional standards of patient and client care.
This is the perfect opportunity for an RCVS registered Veterinary Surgeon who is confident working sole charge, has strong communication skills, and is passionate about providing the highest medical and surgical standards. You will be a natural leader, ready to drive clinical excellence, champion best practice, and help grow the exciting new 24-hour service offering.
Located in the heart of Leicestershire, the practice offers the best of both worlds – a warm and welcoming local community, with fantastic transport links and easy access to the beautiful countryside and vibrant city life. If you are ready to take your next step into leadership within a practice that values innovation, teamwork, and exceptional care, then this is the role for you.
The Rota:
- Full time position
- 4 day working week
- 1:6 weekends
- No on-call duties!
Benefits:
- 5 weeks annual leave per annum, plus bank holidays
- Salary up to £75,000 DOE
- Generous CPD allowance
- Health cash plan
- Private medical insurance
- Funded certificate opportunities
- RCVS, BVA & VDS fees covered
- Employee discounts
- Life assurance 3 x salary
- Plus much more!
For more information or for a confidential chat, please contact Will on 01904 570056 or email [email protected]
To view all our vacancies, please visit www.purovets.com
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 : JOB-53008
