Medivet & Partners
Lead Veterinary Surgeon
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Lead Vet Opportunity at Muswell Hill Practice
We are looking for an experienced Veterinary Surgeon to take the next step in their career and join us as Lead Vet at our well-established Muswell Hill practice.
This is an excellent opportunity to combine clinical expertise with leadership, guiding a skilled and supportive team while shaping the future direction of the clinic.
Responsibilities
As Lead Vet, you will be accountable for the clinical leadership of the veterinary team, ensuring the delivery of exceptional care for patients and clients, while maintaining the highest standards of compliance with regulatory and practice requirements. You will work closely with the Practice Manager to support the growth and commercial success of the practice, making this a role with both clinical and strategic influence.
Requirements
This position is ideally suited to a Veterinary Surgeon with a minimum of 4 years UK experience, confident in routine surgery, diagnostics, and case management, who is ready to develop their leadership skills. You will have the autonomy to lead your team and shape clinical standards, with the added benefit of Medivet’s wider support network, regional leadership, and access to advanced facilities within our 24-hour hospital.
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Benefits
Our Muswell Hill Practice Offers
- A purpose-built clinic in the heart of the community
- Digital x-ray, ultrasound, dental facilities, and an in-house laboratory
- A loyal client base with a varied and interesting caseload
- A close-knit, experienced nursing and reception team
- Access to certificate support and referral to nearby Medivet 24-hour hospitals
Work-Life Balance
This role is offered as a four-day working week (9:00–19:00 with a one-hour lunch break), with participation in the weekend rota (1 in 6 full weekends).
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Health and wellbeing
- Private Medical Insurance and Health Cash Plan from day one
- 24/7 counselling and wellbeing support
- Life Assurance 3 x salary
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Annual leave
- 5 weeks’ annual leave plus Bank Holidays, rising with length of service
- Extra ‘Day for You’, a paid day off just for you
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Learning and development
- £1,500 CPD allowance plus 3 days’ paid leave per year
- Access to Clinical Communities, internal CPD and our 24-hour hospitals
- Funded certificates and internal career pathways
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Additional Support
- Lead Vet Contribution Scheme
- RCVS, VDS and BVA fees paid.
- Relocation support and Visa sponsorship available
- Sabbatical options based on length of service
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About You
You’re a qualified MRCVS with a passion for clinical excellence and client care. You want to make a real difference in a practice that values and supports you.
We welcome applications from experienced Vets ready to lead, develop and inspire.
What You’ll Be Doing
Typically, in this role, you’ll:
- Deliver exceptional clinical care to patients in consults and surgery to the highest standards of regulatory, practice and operational compliance
- Develop tailored treatment plans with clients
- Work collaboratively within a supportive team
- Share your skills, inspiring others and supporting our Medivet communities’ development
About Medivet
Medivet is a leading Veterinary care provider, with over 400 practices, including 24-hour centres and referral hospitals, across the UK and Europe. We’re more than a network – we’re a community.
We believe in providing the right treatment for our pets and our people. That means giving you the tools, time and support to build the career you want. MDVT
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