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Lead Veterinary Surgeon, Branch Clinic near Pulborough
This friendly independent veterinary group in the South Downs, are looking for a Lead Veterinary Surgeon to join their team.
Their mission is to change the lives of pets and their owners by providing exceptional care. They understand that in order to be at your best for patients, support, work-life balance, and opportunities for growth are key. They believe that every veterinary professional should feel part of a community that fosters growth, connection, and passion, which is why they have built a supportive and empowering environment.
They are proudly independent, and the freedom that comes with this independence sets them apart. This includes clinical freedom, the freedom to provide care with a personal touch, and the freedom to do what's right for their patients and their team.
Be (Truly) Valued
This independent veterinary group is committed to being constructive, encouraging, and kind to one another at all times. Their inclusive and collaborative environment ensures that every team member feels respected and valued. The unity, kindness, and support among the team shape their work, and they extend this same respect, kindness, empathy, and professionalism to their clients.
Feel the Difference
As a Lead Veterinary Surgeon with an interest in community veterinary care, the successful candidate will deliver exceptional, personalised continuity of care to their patients. The clinic's interior design creates a warm and comforting, home-from-home environment. Its a feeling that is hard to describe, but the difference will be immediately evident as soon as you walk through the door.
About the Role
The ideal candidate will be an experienced Veterinary Surgeon (MRCVS) with practical experience in veterinary medicine and diagnostics. Previous leadership and/or sole charge experience would be advantageous, as well as familiarity with working towards KPIs and leading a stable, consistent branch team. This independent veterinary group is dedicated to developing their veterinary professionals and values those with a passionate approach to enhancing their skills. Above all, the candidate must embody the group's core values: humility, respect, empathy, work ethic, honesty, communication, and teamwork.
Benefits
- Generously funded CPD (including certificate funding)
- Standard pension benefits
- 40% staff discount for personal pets
- Generous holiday allowance (7 weeks, including bank holidays)
- Occupational health resources, including mental health support
- Enhanced parental leave (6 months paid at 90%)
- Enhanced sickness benefit (2 weeks at 100%)
Rota
- 4-day work week, 10-hour shifts (various shift times between 7:30am 7:30pm), totalling 40 hours
- 1-hour lunch break
- Equal rota (1 in 6) for emergency care over weekends and bank holidays
- 2 days off in lieu of weekends worked
- Flexible working requests and part-time applications will be considered
Salary
£45,000 to £65,000+ per annum, depending on experience, certificates, and advanced practitioner status.
This independent veterinary group offers a supportive and enriching environment for its team and is excited to welcome a Lead Veterinary Surgeon who shares their passion for veterinary care and values. Submit your CV and call Mia on 01291 645871 for a confidential chat.
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