Lead Veterinary Surgeon — Ashtead, Surrey
Overview: Join a well‑run, friendly practice as a Lead Veterinary Surgeon based in Ashtead, Surrey. Set in Ashtead, Surrey, you'll enjoy a supportive community, independent shops and quick routes to both city and coast.
Duties & Responsibilities
* Provide clinical leadership across consulting, soft tissue and routine surgery
* Champion clinical governance, audits and best‑practice protocols
* Mentor and develop Vets, RVNs and SVNs; support CPD plans
* Build trusted client relationships and deliver gold‑standard care
* Oversee case continuity and contribute to rota planning and workflow
Skills
* Strong communicator who builds rapport quickly with clients and colleagues
* Calm decision‑maker with solid surgical and medical skills
* Comfortable with routine imaging and point‑of‑care diagnostics
* Team‑oriented mindset with a passion for continuous improvement
* Organised, reliable and proactive in a busy first‑opinion setting
Qualifications
* MRCVS registration (or eligibility)
* Experience in UK small‑animal first opinion practice
* Confidence with routine surgery and consults
* Further certifications or a desire to pursue them welcomed
What's on Offer
* Competitive salary commensurate with experience
* CPD encouraged and funded, with certificate support considered
* Generous holiday allowance and pension scheme
* RCVS/VDS fees paid (and BSAVA/BVA where applicable)
* Supportive, friendly team culture with real clinical autonomy
* Protected leadership time and input into clinical roadmap
Ready to make a move? Click apply with your CV or reach out for a confidential chat—let's see if this could be the perfect next step for you.