Overview
Clinical Lead Veterinary Surgeon - Crieff & Fair City Vets
Small Animal - 3-Site Practice - Perthshire
Salary: Up to £65,000 DOE | 40 hours per week | 1:4 Saturday cover (Fair City site only)| Welcome bonus up to £5,000 | Relocation Allowance up to £5,000
Lead, Inspire, Thrive - Shape the Future with Crieff & Fair City Vets
What You’ll Be Doing
* Lead clinical standards and patient care across all three sites, ensuring veterinary excellence aligned with RCVS and IVC Evidensia best practice.
* Champion clinical governance - lead audits, establish clinical protocols, and promote continuous quality improvement.
* Mentor and support the development of the clinical team, encouraging CPD and providing guidance on complex cases.
* Collaborate with the Practice Director on strategy, operational efficiency, and performance management to drive clinical growth.
* Foster a positive, open, and supportive working environment where clinical excellence and teamwork are at the forefront.
* Act as a trusted clinical advisor to clients and colleagues, providing expert second opinions and leading on complex case management.
What We’re Looking For
* Experienced Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon with strong surgical and medical skills.
* Proven leadership or mentoring experience, with a passion for developing people.
* Confident in clinical governance, including leading audits and implementing best practice.
* Strong communication, organisational, and problem-solving abilities.
* Committed to delivering excellent patient care and enhancing client relationships.
* Vet GDP Advisor status or additional leadership/clinical qualifications (desirable, but not essential).
Why Join Us?
This is more than a job - it’s an opportunity to make a real impact within a respected, community-driven practice. You’ll be supported in your leadership journey while enjoying a balanced rota, no out-of-hours, and the chance to work in a beautiful region with access to nature, history, and outdoor adventures.
If you’re ready to lead, inspire, and thrive, we would love to hear from you.
Benefits & Commitment to Our People
We recognise that our people are fundamental to the success of our business. In addition to a competitive base salary, you will benefit from:
* Work-life balance
* 6.8 weeks annual leave, inclusive of bank holidays
* Additional holiday entitlement for your birthday
* Wellbeing: Private Medical Insurance
* Employee Assistance Programme: 24/7 confidential helpline
* Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay
* Initiatives focused on colleague wellbeing
* CPD allowance (£1250) with 40 hours paid CPD leave pro rata
* Certificate support
* Learning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia Academy
* Access to Vetlexicon online encyclopaedia
* Research funding potential for Vets & Nurses
* Care Fund: £1250 per annum to spend
* Infection Prevention and Control Programme
* Quality Improvement Programme
* BVA membership, VDS cover, RCVS fees
* Company pension scheme with employer contribution
* Cycle to Work and Green Cars Scheme (where eligible)
* Voluntary benefits portfolio and retailer discounts
* Discounted treatment for your own pets at an IVC Evidensia practice
At IVC Evidensia we are committed to Diversity, Equality, Inclusion and Belonging. We welcome candidates from all minority and diverse groups. As a Disability Confident Employer, we are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process.
Up to £65,000 DOE
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