Job Description
Head Veterinary Surgeon – Independent Practice - Lincoln
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Head Veterinary Surgeon to lead the team at a modern, purpose-built practice in Lincoln. This role is ideal for an experienced Small Animal Vet ready to step into a leadership position, drive clinical standards, and support a team in delivering gold-standard, evidence-based care.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a confident Veterinary Surgeon seeking progression into a Head Vet role within a well-equipped, forward-thinking practice.
The Role
* 39 hours per week across 4 days
* 1 in 4 weekends
* No out-of-hours (OOH)
* On-call responsibility for any overnight inpatients
* Lead clinical standards and continuous improvement initiatives
* Support, mentor and develop Veterinary Surgeons and nursing colleagues
* Play a key role within the surgery management team
* Drive clinical excellence and uphold best practice standards
This position offers the chance to shape clinical direction while remaining hands-on in practice.
Salary
* £75,000 – £90,000 per annum (depending on experience)
About You
You will be an experienced Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon with strong clinical skills and a passion for high-quality patient care. Previous leadership experience is desirable, although confident senior vets ready to step into a Head Vet role are encouraged to apply.
You will be comfortable:
* Leading and motivating a clinical team
* Coaching and mentoring colleagues
* Delivering evidence-based, gold-standard care
* Contributing to strategic decision-making within the practice
Why Apply?
* Quarterly recognition payments
* Enhanced maternity & paternity pay
* Income protection
* Electric car scheme
* Funded professional memberships
* Generous CPD allowance
* 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
* Employee discounts and surgery discounts
* Internal leadership training programmes
* Health & wellbeing support
You will work in a purpose-built, state-of-the-art practice equipped with modern technology, alongside a friendly and supportive team with a wide range of clinical interests and certificate holders.
Location: LincolnEmployment Type: PermanentWorking Pattern: 39 hours per week | 4 days | 1:4 weekends | No OOH
If you’re looking for a Head Veterinary Surgeon job in Lincoln where you can genuinely influence clinical standards while developing your leadership career, we’d love to hear from you.
To apply or learn more, contact:Angel Mason | Global Veterinary Careers | 01392 793 153 | angel.mason@gvcvets.com