Head Veterinary Surgeon

CVS Group; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 59,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading veterinary practice in Glasgow seeks a Head Veterinary Surgeon to lead their veterinary team. This role requires strong clinical leadership and a passion for delivering outstanding patient care. You will be responsible for mentoring staff, managing team performance, and performing advanced clinical procedures. A competitive salary of up to £70k is offered, along with tailored benefits. The ideal candidate will have proven expertise and a collaborative spirit to shape the future of veterinary care.

Benefits

Tailored benefits package

Clinical support platform

Qualifications

• Experienced veterinary surgeon with proven clinical and leadership expertise.
• Ability to mentor and support other team members.
• Proactive problem-solver with a positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire the veterinary team to maintain high clinical standards.
• Deliver exceptional care to patients and clients.
• Support the Practice Director in strategic service decisions.
• Manage team performance and planning activities.
• Perform advanced clinical procedures including emergency surgeries.

Skills

Leadership skills

Clinical expertise

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Client relationship management

Education

Veterinary degree

Job description

Head Veterinary Surgeon – The Glasgow Hub

Working closely with the Practice Director and Nurse Manager, you will lead a veterinary team delivering outstanding patient care and client service. Salary for this role is up to £70k DOE, plus benefits.

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 supporting others.
• A proactive problem‑saver 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.

Hours

Full‑time role: 40 hours per week. Salary for this role is up to £70k DOE, plus benefits.

Rewards & Benefits

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

Apply

To apply, click Apply Now. If you would like to learn more about the role, feel free to contact Karen Ramsey, Practice Director.