Head Small Animal Vet Opportunity - North East London - Full-time - 1:4 Weekends

Head Veterinary Surgeon Opportunity in Waltham Forest

• The practice is seeking a Head Veterinary Surgeon to lead its team in Waltham Forest.
• This position offers the chance to drive continuous improvement in clinical standards and services, aiming to establish the practice as a centre of clinical excellence.
• The successful candidate will be a key member of the management team, possessing high clinical expertise and a passion for delivering outstanding care.
• Leadership skills and the ability to inspire and coach colleagues to deliver evidence-based care are essential.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the veterinary team.
• Deliver against strategic clinical visions.
• Ensure continuous professional development across all levels.
• Provide gold-standard care.

Working Pattern:

• Four days a week.
• One weekend every four weeks.
• On-call duties for overnight inpatients.

Salary:

• They are offering a very competitive salary of between £75,000 and £90,000 p/a, reflective of skills and experience.

Benefits:

They offer all the usual benefits you would expect, with some additional ones including:

• Quarterly recognition payments.
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay.
• Income protection.
• Internal leadership training.

About the Practice:

The practice operates as part of the UK's largest independent, family-owned veterinary group, providing exceptional care in local communities. Equipped with state-of-the-art facilities, including an in-house lab, digital x-ray, and ultrasound, the practice offers services such as surgery, dentistry, and microchipping. The team includes experienced veterinary surgeons, nurses, and administrative staff, focusing on continuous professional development and flexible scheduling.

Clinical Specialities:

• Orthopaedics
• Exotic pet care
• BOAS surgery
• Feline medicine

The practice is committed to creating an environment where colleagues enjoy working, patients remain calm, and customers feel assured. It continually invests in developing its team, ensuring a supportive and engaging workplace.

Job Reference No: JN-6