Senior Veterinary Surgeon
Senior Veterinary Surgeon
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Lead and inspire a high-performing ECC team to excellence
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Drive clinical standards with protected time for leadership
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Enjoy a balanced roster with maximum three consecutive nights
Step up into a pivotal leadership role within a premier ECC environment. We are seeking a clinical mentor to drive excellence and inspire a dedicated team in beautiful Barnet. With protected admin time, a roster designed for rest (max 3 consecutive nights), and vast opportunities for career advancement, this is your chance to shape the future of emergency care while thriving personally.
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Lead and inspire a high-performing ECC team to excellence
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Drive clinical standards with protected time for leadership
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Enjoy a balanced roster with maximum three consecutive nights
Step up into a pivotal leadership role within a premier ECC environment. We are seeking a clinical mentor to drive excellence and inspire a dedicated team in beautiful Barnet. With protected admin time, a roster designed for rest (max 3 consecutive nights), and vast opportunities for career advancement, this is your chance to shape the future of emergency care while thriving personally.
About us
We are a premier Emergency and Critical Care provider located in Barnet, a location renowned for its green spaces, village feel, and convenient access to vibrant culture and travel links. Our mission is simple: to collaborate, thrive, and save pets’ lives when they need it most. We believe that when your purpose is making a difference, you deserve a team that shares your passion.
Our clinic is designed to ensure you are never alone. On every shift, you will work alongside a dedicated support team comprising a Registered Veterinary Nurse, an Animal Care Assistant, and a Receptionist. Beyond the clinic walls, you have access to a national network of referral centers and a central Support Office to help handle the logistics, allowing you to focus entirely on clinical excellence. We are a team that values innovation, service improvement, and, most importantly, the wellbeing of our people.
Lovely overnight service after major surgery on my 4 year old Rottweiler. Thanks you very much for the great service and helpful information provided by a professional caring vet. Putting mother and puppies well-being first. Thank you thank you thank you – Brian F – Googe Review
About this role
This is a pivotal leadership position where you will lead from the front, blending high-level clinical expertise with mentorship. You will be the driving force behind the quality of care in the clinic. Here are some of the essential skills and responsibilities particularly relevant to this opportunity:
- Clinical Leadership: Upholding and driving high clinical standards across the practice.
- Mentorship: Actively supporting the growth, training, and wellbeing of your veterinary colleagues.
- Strategic Oversight: Identifying development opportunities and championing service improvements.
- Emergency Medicine: Leading the team through complex emergency cases with confidence and calm.
- Operational Management: Utilizing protected time to manage leadership duties and meetings effectively.
About you
To succeed in this Senior role, you must be an experienced Veterinary Surgeon with a passion for ECC and a desire to lead. You are someone who inspires others and fosters a culture of learning. These personal qualities are important to us:
- Inspiring Leader: You lead by example and empower your team to perform at their best.
- Collaborative: You believe in the power of teamwork and communicate effectively with staff and clients.
- Resilient: You maintain a positive and professional demeanor even in high-pressure situations.
- Innovative: You are proactive in finding new ways to improve patient outcomes and team efficiency.
- Empathetic: You provide genuine care for patients and support for their owners during difficult times.
Our offer
We understand that life outside of work matters, which is why we offer a roster designed for balance—averaging 40 hours per week with no more than three consecutive nights. To attract a leader of your caliber, our package includes:
- A highly competitive salary up to £95,000 DOE
- 7 weeks of annual leave (pro rata)
- Full-time role with a mix of nights and weekends (1:2), or flexible/part-time options
- Generous CPD allowance of £1,875 plus 35 paid hours
- RCVS fees, VECCS membership, and VDS cover paid
- Private Medical Insurance and Life Assurance
- Enhanced family-friendly policies (maternity, paternity, and adoption pay)
- Access to our “AdvantEdge” clinical training platform and Leadership Development Programme
- Employee pet care discounts up to 50%
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