Salary up to £80,000 plus Relocation Allowance up to £5000 and Welcome Bonus up to £3000. We have an excellent opportunity for a Head Veterinary Surgeon looking to progress here at Alexander Vets. Whether it's your first role as a Head Vet or you simply seek a fresh challenge, we would love to hear from you. If you are passionate about veterinary leadership and are currently a Head Vet or Veterinary Surgeon and want to make a meaningful impact in our community this role could be perfect for you.
Day to day duties and responsibilities
* Oversee the general running of the practice with involvement in clinical work, operating and consulting.
* Work in tandem with the Practice Manager and Practice Director.
* Provide guidance and support within all clinical aspects of practice life alongside experienced vets.
Hours of work
This is a full-time position, working a 4 day week with 1:4 Saturday mornings only. There are no OOH requirements.
About Us
We are a well equipped, family friendly first opinion practice on the edge of the Lake District with stunning scenery, amazing walks and near local beaches. Our practice has all the latest lab, X-ray, laser and Ultrasound equipment. Preventative health care and case continuity are important to us; you will build up a great relationship with both clients and their pets.
Our Great Team
We are a friendly, close and inclusive team that promotes a supportive culture. The practice consists of 2 vets, 3 RVN's, a soon to be SVN and a dedicated reception team.
Benefits
* 6.6 weeks annual leave, inclusive of bank holidays.
* Additional holiday entitlement for your birthday.
* 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.
* £1250 CPD allowance with 40 hours paid CPD leave pro rata.
* Certificate support.
* Learning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia Academy.
* Access to Vetlexicon – our online encyclopaedia provider.
* All Vets & Nurses can apply for research funding.
* All Vets get £1250 per annum to spend via our Care Fund.
* Infection Prevention and Control Programme.
* Quality Improvement Programme.
* BVA membership.
* VDS cover.
* RCVS fees.
* Company pension scheme; IVC Evidensia will make a contribution as well.
* Cycle to Work scheme and Green Cars Scheme.
* Voluntary benefits: flexible choice to suit you.
* Access to discounts/cashback with hundreds of participating retailers.
* Discounted treatment for your own pets at an IVC Evidensia practice.
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