Lead Veterinary Surgeon

animaltrust· Leadership
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📍 Telford, United KingdomProbation Permanent Contract

About this role


We are seeking an experienced vet with a passion for both people and pets. Telford is in search of a Veterinary Surgeon to lead our team of vets, ensuring that high standards of clinical care are met through coaching and mentoring. You will be jointly responsible for embedding the Animal Trust Values, fostering a caring and nurturing working environment.


Working closely with our Practice Manager and Lead Nurse, you will play a pivotal role in the day-to-day operations of the clinic. Your responsibilities will extend to evaluating clinic KPIs and P&L, ensuring optimal performance and the continued success of the hospital.


About Animal Trust:


Our mission is to provide affordable veterinary care to sick pets. We are a Community Interest Company, which means we reinvest the majority of our profits into our team and our patients' care.


About You:


Clinical Expertise: Possess a strong clinical skillset with a passion for coaching and mentoring.

Communication Skills: Demonstrate exceptional communication skills, both with clients and the veterinary team.

VetGDP Qualification: Hold or be eager to obtain a VetGDP qualification.

Business Acumen: While preferred, it's not essential. We welcome individuals interested in assessing business KPIs and P&L.

Management Experience: Have experience in performing 1-2-1 meetings and conducting performance management.

Confident Leadership: Be confident in leading staff meetings and clinical governance meetings.


Rota:

40hrs/week

4 day week

2:9 Weekends (these will be worked at our Shrewsbury Hospital and are not sole charge)


Benefits:

  • 6 weeks holiday, including bank holidays
  • Funded CPD
  • Private Health Care 52 -  awarded after qualifying period  
  • 52 weeks sickness 
  • Enhanced maternity and paternity package
  • Contributory pension scheme (4%)
  • RCVS and VDS fees paid
  • Access to counselling support including mental health, financial and life counselling after 12 months of service
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • E-Car scheme
  • Visa sponsorship available
  • Store Discounts from Perkbox
  • Refer-a-Friend bonus
  • Charity days


If you are seeking a role where you can really make a difference, have a varied and exciting caseload mixed caseload, lead a team of exceptional vets and make Veterinary treatment more accessible, this is the role for you. 


We are an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering a culture that is  inclusive for all employees. 



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