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Lead Veterinary Surgeon Hampstead London

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1 year ago
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Are you an experienced Veterinary Surgeon looking for a leadership role in the United Kingdom? We have an exciting opportunity for a Lead Veterinary Surgeon to join a fantastic team at Hampstead Garden Suburb.

Key Responsibilities

In this role, you’ll work a 4-day week with a 1:6 full weekends schedule. The hours are from 9 am to 7 pm, including a one-hour lunch break. Our Hampstead Garden Suburb practice is known for its exceptional atmosphere and a strong culture of empathy, growth, and collaboration.

We are looking for a like-minded veterinarian who can bring enthusiasm and a synergetic approach to offer outstanding service, enhance our clinic’s local reputation, and play a crucial part within the team to contribute to our continued success.

Salary and Benefits

We offer a competitive salary package of up to £70,000 per annum, contingent on experience. The package includes benefits like:

A New Lead Vet contribution scheme paid quarterly 5 weeks of annual leave, in addition to bank holidays A 4-week paid sabbatical after each 5 years of service Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay A £1,500 CPD Allowance, along with 3 days of CPD leave (FTE) RCVS, BVA, and VDS fees covered Vehicle allowance or Company Vehicle Access to Wellbeing support and EAP program A wide range of discounts for days out, high street, and holidays 100% attendance bonus schemes 1 day of ‘Pet’ernity Leave

The Branch

The practice offers a bustling yet enjoyable atmosphere, making it the perfect place for a veterinarian looking to enhance their clinical skills and work on cases at the highest level. Our well-equipped facility includes ultrasound, a laboratory with a microscope, haematology and biochemistry equipment, separate cat and dog wards, a staff room, and street parking.

The Location

Located in North West London, just 20 minutes from Central London, Hampstead is a beautiful part of the capital. It exudes a charming village feel with the magnificent Hampstead Heath nearby.

We collaborate closely with our large 24-hour hospital in Hendon, which is just 10 minutes away. This hospital serves as our out-of-hours provider and is where all our inpatients are hospitalized. Additionally, it’s the location for more complex surgeries and advanced imaging, such as CT and MRI.

If you’re an experienced Veterinary Surgeon in the UK with a passion for leadership and a commitment to delivering exceptional care, this role at Hampstead Garden Suburb could be the perfect opportunity for you.

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