Salary up to £75,000, plus a welcome bonus up to £5,000 and a relocation allowance up to £5,000.
Overview
Lead Veterinary Surgeon role at Easipetcare Derby (rebranding to Dovedale House this July) – a pivotal leadership position during a transformation, shaping the future identity, culture, and clinical direction of the practice.
Responsibilities
- Lead, mentor, and inspire the clinical team, supporting vets and nurses to build skills and confidence.
- Take oversight of complex cases, provide second opinions and ensure the highest standards of patient care.
- Promote clinical excellence through audits, protocols, and evidence‑based best practice.
- Maintain robust clinical governance, ensuring full compliance with RCVS guidance and IVC Evidensia standards.
- Work closely with the Director of Practice to support service development, implement improvements and contribute to practice growth.
- Cultivate a positive and engaged team culture that values collaboration, learning and development, actively supporting CPD and career progression.
Qualifications
- RCVS registered.
- Strong foundation in small animal medicine and surgery.
- Experience in a leadership/mentoring role is desirable.
- Knowledge of RCVS guidance and IVC Evidensia standards.
Hours & Working Arrangement
Full‑time position, 38 or 40 hours per week with flexibility: a four‑day week (38 hours) or a five‑day week (40 hours). Requires working one of every three Saturday mornings (9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.) with time off in lieu.
Team & Culture
Close‑knit, supportive, positive and collaborative team, currently comprising a Practice Director, Veterinary Surgeon, Veterinary Nurses, student nurse, care assistant and reception staff.
Benefits & Development
- Work‑life balance: 6.6 weeks annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays) and additional holiday entitlement for birthdays.
- Wellbeing: Private medical insurance, 24/7 employee assistance programme, enhanced family‑friendly policies, and wellbeing initiatives.
- Professional development: £1,250 CPD allowance, 40 hours paid CPD leave pro‑rata, certificate support, access to the IVC Evidensia Academy, Vetlexicon, research funding and an annual Care Fund of £1,250.
- Professional memberships: BVA membership, VDS cover, RCVS fees.
- Colleague benefits: Company pension scheme with employer contribution, cycle‑to‑work scheme, green car scheme, voluntary benefit options, discount/cashback programmes, and discounted treatment for personal pets at any IVC Evidensia practice.
Diversity & Inclusion
We are committed to diversity, equality, inclusion and belonging. As a Disability Confident Employer we welcome candidates with disabilities and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments.
