Medivet & Partners
Lead Veterinary Surgeon
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Lead Veterinary Surgeon – Medivet Knypersley
About the Role
Medivet Knypersley is seeking a passionate, driven, and experienced Lead Veterinary Surgeon to join our friendly and supportive team.
At Medivet, we believe in delivering exceptional, personalised care for every client and every pet. As Lead Vet, you’ll play a key role in:
- Shaping the clinical direction of the practice
- Mentoring and supporting the team
- Ensuring the highest standards of patient and client care
The practice offers advanced diagnostic services, including:
- Digital & dental x-ray
- In-house blood analysers
- Acoustic-based ultrasound
Our unique hub and spoke model provides access to diagnostic equipment at our local 24-hour hospital, including:
- Multi-parameter monitoring
- CT scanner
- Endoscope
- Laparoscopic kit
Additionally, we’re actively working towards ISFM Cat Friendly Clinic Registration.
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We provide a comprehensive benefits package to support your career and wellbeing:
Health and Wellbeing
- Private Medical Insurance & Health Cash Plan from day one
- 24/7 counselling and wellbeing support
- Life Assurance (3x salary)
Annual Leave
- 5 weeks’ annual leave (plus Bank Holidays)
- Rising with length of service
- ‘Day for You’ – a paid day off just for you!
Learning and Development
- £1,500 CPD allowance + 3 days’ paid leave per year
- Access to Clinical Communities, internal CPD, and 24-hour hospitals
- Funded certificates & internal career pathways
Additional Support
- RCVS, VDS, and BVA membership fees paid
- Relocation support & Visa sponsorship available
- Sabbatical options based on length of service
Lifestyle Benefits
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Season Ticket Loans
- Discounts on Medivet products and services
About You
You’re a qualified MRCVS with: ✅ A passion for clinical excellence in veterinary care ✅ Strong commitment to client-centred support ✅ A collaborative mindset in a supportive practice
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What You’ll Do
As Lead Veterinary Surgeon, your key responsibilities include:
- Delivering exceptional clinical care in consults and surgery, adhering to regulatory, practice, and operational standards
- Developing personalised treatment plans with clients
- Working collaboratively within a supportive team
- Contributing to community development within Medivet’s networks
About Medivet
We are a leading veterinary care provider with: 📍 Over 400 practices across the UK and Europe 🏥 24-hour centres and referral hospitals 💙 A community-first approach—we care for pets and the people who love them
Our mission: "The right treatment for our pets and our people."
Join us in building a caring, progressive, and rewarding veterinary career. Apply today!
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