We are seeking a Lead Veterinary Surgeon to join our well-established practice, Beech House, in Bitterne.
Beech House is a busy small animal practice with 6 consult rooms, a large theatre, a fully equipped lab, an isolation area and a separate dog/cat ward.
We have equipment including Piped Isoflo anaesthesia, Digital X‑ray, Ultrasound machine, ECG (both in‑house & external reading), air‑driven dental station, and a laboratory capable of full biochemistry & haematology.
Vets Now Southampton is based in our practice and cases are handed directly to the out‑of‑hours team.
Our location is easily accessible by bus and train.
Lead role & responsibilities
* Lead a team of 6 vets.
* Supported by 5 registered nurses, 2 student nurses, 1 animal care assistant and 5 receptionists.
* Manage daily surgery operations and patient care.
Work‑life balance
* 40‑hour week over 4 days with 1 in 4 Saturday mornings.
* Flexible patterns; possibility of 20‑hour+ per week.
* No out‑of‑hours duties as we have Vets Now on site.
Benefits
* 6.6 weeks holiday including bank holidays – plus birthday off.
* Private medical insurance.
* Enhanced family‑friendly leave and pay.
* 24/7 confidential Employee Assistance Programme.
* £1,250 CPD allowance + 40 hours paid CPD.
* Certificate and advanced learning support & access to Vetlexicon online resources.
* World‑leading IVC Evidensia Training Centres.
* £1,250 annual Care Fund for every vet.
* 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 own pets.
Up to £78,000 DOE.
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