Overview
Clinical Lead Veterinary Surgeon
Salary up to £75,000 DOE, welcome bonus up to £5,000, relocation allowance up to £8,000 plus Elevate Bonus – 20% of salary paid in month 6, 10% in month 12 + benefits.
Inspiring Vet Care is the UK’s number one vet care provider, trusted with the care of over 2 million animals and dedicated to healthier animals and happier owners. This is a rare opportunity to lead the clinical team at Steffan Vets in West Wales, alongside the Practice Director.
The practice is located in a beautiful part of West Wales with access to countryside and coast. This role combines clinical leadership with hands-on veterinary work and staff development within a supportive team including a Director of Practice, two experienced Veterinary Surgeons, a Head RVN, Registered Veterinary Nurses, Student Veterinary Nurses, Animal Care Assistants and a dedicated Client Care Team.
This position involves approximately 75% time on clinical caseloads while taking on leadership responsibilities such as mentoring colleagues, supporting clinical standards and driving practice growth.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and support the clinical team alongside the Practice Director
- Deliver high-quality patient care across consultations and surgery
- Mentor and support less experienced Veterinary Surgeons through case discussions and clinical development
- Help drive clinical standards, team engagement and a positive practice culture
- Contribute to business performance, operational success and sustainable practice growth
Working Pattern
- Full-time, 37.5 hours per week
- Shifts between 8:00am and 7:00pm Monday-Friday on a rota basis
- Saturday mornings (8:30am-1:30pm) on a rotational basis
You Might Be a Great Fit If…
- You are an experienced Veterinary Surgeon with strong clinical expertise who enjoys leading others while continuing to deliver exceptional patient care
- RVCS registration (or eligibility) and a veterinary degree
- Experience in clinical practice with confidence in medical and surgical cases
- Strong communication skills and the ability to build effective relationships with clients and colleagues
- Leadership or mentoring experience with a passion for supporting and developing others
- Professionalism, reliability and the ability to work independently and collaboratively
How We’ll Support You
- Clear career pathways with progression opportunities across primary care, referral, leadership and specialist roles
- Funded learning and development including CPD allowance and access to IVC Academy training centres and role-relevant courses
- £1,250 annual Care Fund for every vet
- Access to mentors, regional clinical coaches and peer networks
- Support to develop clinical interests and expand your capabilities
- A collaborative, values-led culture focused on care, community and continuous improvement
What We Offer Our Team
- 6.6 weeks’ holiday including bank holidays
- Private medical insurance
- Enhanced family leave and pay across maternity, paternity, adoption and surrogacy
- BVA membership, VDS cover & RCVS fees
- Cycle to Work and Green Car schemes (eligibility applies)
- Retail discounts and cashback offers
- Reduced-cost veterinary care for your own pets
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