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Location

Exeter, Devon | United Kingdom

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Job description

Job title: Lead Veterinary Surgeon Location: Exeter, Devon Practice : Medivet Exeter Cranbrook Hours : Full Time Contract type : Permanent

About Us

Here at Medivet Exeter Cranbrook, our aim is to deliver the most accessible, comprehensive, and high-quality veterinary care and provide a wide range of services and treatment options. Our friendly clinic has a supportive team that consists of three Vets and an RVN team of three alongside SVNs and Patient Care Assistants.

At Medivet we’re always looking for people who aspire to stand out in their field, it’s this vision and enthusiasm that forms the foundation of how we work and our mission to deliver progressive, around-the-clock care means our teams have the very best equipment, and treatment options available.

The Role

The Role:

As the Lead Veterinary Surgeon, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing the veterinary team and ensuring the provision of exceptional medical care to our patients. Your leadership skills, clinical expertise, and passion for animal welfare alongside the support we provide through our regional teams and support centre will contribute significantly to the continued success and growth of the practice, your team and yourself.

Key Accountabilities

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide leadership and guidance to the veterinary team, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment.
• Ensure all team members provide quality and ethical care to all patients and clients.
• Conduct thorough examinations and diagnose medical conditions, formulating effective treatment plans.
• Perform a wide range of surgical procedures.
• Prescribe medication.
• Offer expert advice to pet owners, addressing their concerns and discussing treatment options.
• Ensure compliance with veterinary ethics and relevant statutes, policies, and procedures.
• Maintain patients medical records.
• Uphold compliance with all legal and ethical standards in veterinary medicine.
• Assist in recruiting and training new veterinary staff with the support of the relevant support centre teams.
• Manage the performance, budget and overall profitability of the practice with support from regional teams.

Skills and Experience

• Lead vet contribution scheme – make up to an extra 20% of your base salary per quarter.
• Tier 2 visa sponsorship for candidates outside of the UK.
• Relocation package of up to £2000 (£5000 if relocating from outside of the UK
• £1500 CPD allowance and 3 days paid CPD leave per year.
• 5 weeks annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Payment of RCVS, VDS & BVA fees.
• Funded certificate opportunities.
• 24 hour access to wellbeing and employee assistance program.
• Enhanced maternity/paternity leave.
• Leadership training.
• Paid sabbatical after five years’ service.
• Annual pay reviews.
• Additional paid leave for exceptional attendance.
• Hapibenefits – A range of discounts on shopping, entertainment and meals out.

The Branch

Here at Medivet Exeter, you'll find excellent facilities and a full range of veterinary services delivered by a team of kind, expert professionals.

Our branches provide a dedicated local service to clients, offering a comprehensive, quality service at affordable prices. Our branches can also provide access to 24-hour services.

This is the perfect opportunity to take the next step in your career by joining the growing Medivet community.

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