Head Veterinary Surgeon

CVS Limited; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 50,000 - GBP 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading veterinary clinic in Glasgow is seeking a Head Veterinary Surgeon to lead clinical excellence and ensure outstanding patient care. Responsibilities include managing the veterinary team, fostering a culture of excellence, and collaborating on business performance. The ideal candidate will be an experienced veterinary surgeon with strong leadership skills, capable of mentoring and developing others. This full-time role offers competitive benefits through a personalized package while maintaining high standards of care.

Benefits

Tailored benefits package

Clinical support platform

Qualifications

• Experienced veterinary surgeon with proven clinical and leadership expertise.
• Capable of mentoring and developing team members.
• Proactive problem-solver with a positive, resilient approach.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire the veterinary team, driving clinical standards.
• Deliver exceptional care, ensuring alignment with best practice.
• Manage the veterinary team, including performance reviews and rota planning.

Skills

Clinical expertise

Leadership

Mentoring

Problem-solving

Collaboration

Innovative thinking

Job description

Head Veterinary Surgeon – The Glasgow Hub

(Comprising AlbaVet, 3 Mile, and FirstVets Glasgow)

As Head Veterinary Surgeon, you will play a pivotal role in leading clinical excellence across our Glasgow Hub. Working closely with the Practice Director and Nurse Manager, you'll ensure our veterinary teams deliver outstanding patient care and client service.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire the veterinary team, driving clinical standards and fostering a culture of excellence.
• Deliver exceptional care to patients and clients, ensuring treatment aligns with best practice and the RCVS
• Support the Practice Director in maintaining and improving clinical standards, contributing to strategic decisions on service delivery and growth.
• Manage the veterinary team, including regular check-ins, competency reviews, salary discussions, and rota planning in collaboration with the Practice Director.
• Collaborate on business performance, including budgeting, financial planning, and client service optimisation.
• Perform advanced clinical procedures, including emergency surgeries such as exploratory laparotomies, pleural effusion drainage, and feline urinary obstruction management.
• Champion innovation, introducing forward-thinking medical and surgical techniques to enhance patient outcomes.
• Build strong client relationships, delivering gold-standard care and clear, compassionate communication.

What We're Looking For

• An experienced veterinary surgeon with proven clinical and leadership expertise
• A mentor who thrives on developing and supporting others
• A proactive problem-solver with a positive, resilient approach
• A collaborative team player who brings energy and professionalism
• A visionary leader ready to shape the future of our practices

You’ll be passionate about coaching and empowering your team while maintaining the highest standards of care for clients and patients. Your leadership will help us grow and evolve as a hub of excellence.

Hours

Full-time role: 40 hours per week

Rewards & Benefits:

We offer Vet Oracle, our clinical support platform, and a benefits package that can be tailored to your needs. Learn more about what We Offer.

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To apply:

If you'd like to learn more about the role, feel free to contact Karen Ramsey, Practice Director at [e-mail] or Dave in the resourcing team at [e-mail].

If you're ready to advance your career with us, click Apply Now, upload your CV, and we'll be in touch.