Lead Veterinary Surgeon

Lead Veterinary Surgeon
Full Time | Permanent
40 hours per week - No OOH, Saturday Mornings on a rota basis
Salary: Up to £75,000 DOE
CPD Budget
We are looking for an enthusiastic, experienced and compassionate Lead Veterinary Surgeon to join our friendly and supportive team and Medivet & Partners Somerton.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a veterinary surgeon who is ready to take the next step in their career and play an important role in supporting both the clinical and wider development of the practice.
The Role
As Lead Veterinary Surgeon, you will provide clinical leadership within the practice, working closely with the wider veterinary and nursing team to deliver excellent standards of patient and client care.
You will have the opportunity to:
Provide clinical leadership and support to the veterinary team
Encourage a positive, collaborative and supportive working environment
Maintain and develop high clinical standards across the practice
Support the development, mentoring and coaching of colleagues
Help identify opportunities to improve clinical services and practice processes
Build strong relationships with clients and provide excellent patient care
Continue your own clinical development and areas of interest
What We're Looking For
We are looking for a confident and approachable veterinary surgeon who enjoys working as part of a team and is passionate about delivering high-quality veterinary care.
You will ideally have:
RCVS registered
Experience working in small animal practice
Strong clinical and communication skills
A genuine passion for patient and client care
The ability to support, motivate and develop colleagues
Excellent organisational and leadership skills
A proactive and positive approach to clinical and practice development
Previous leadership or mentoring experience would be beneficial, but support will be available for the right candidate
Most importantly, we're looking for someone who is kind, collaborative and passionate about veterinary medicine, and who wants to make a positive difference to both patients and the people they work alongside.
Why Join Us?
We believe your career should be about more than a rota and a job title. We want to create an environment where you feel supported, valued and able to thrive.
You'll be joining a team that values collaboration, clinical excellence and a healthy work-life balance, with opportunities to develop your leadership skills and pursue your own clinical interests.
If you're ready to take the next step in your veterinary career and make a real difference as a clinical leader, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today to find out more about this exciting opportunity.