Hybrid Lead Vet - Small Animal en IVC Evidensia

We’re seeking a dedicated and forward-thinking Veterinary Surgeon who’s ready to take the next step into a rewarding leadership role. As Lead Vet, you’ll work closely with our supportive Director of Practice to guide and inspire the clinical team across our newly refurbished/extended main site and two branch practices — Summerview and Summergrove. 

At IVC Evidensia, we’re driven by the passion and commitment of our people - across clinical, operational, and support teams. With over 2,500 clinics and hospitals in 20 countries and around 41,000 employees, we work together to care for around 25,000 animals every day. United by a shared purpose - Healthy Animals, Happy Owners - we’re proud to champion long-term animal health and welfare through the dedication of every individual across our international network.

At Summerhill Vets, your skills will be recognised and your professional growth supported. You’ll benefit from:

*A brand-new, state-of-the-art building, set for completion by year-end

*Five consult rooms (four for vets, one for nursing), two theatres, a dental suite with X-ray, and a dedicated imaging room with X-ray, ultrasound, and endoscopy

*Separate cat and dog kennels and waiting areas, all fully equipped

*Support from a strong leadership team including a Director of Practice, Head Nurse, Deputy Head Nurse, and Head Receptionist

*Two Ophthalmology certificate holders and an Advanced Practitioner on the team

As Clinical Lead, you’ll help maintain and evolve our clinical protocols to ensure we continue delivering the highest standard of veterinary care. Your responsibilities will include:

*Clinical duties

*Clinical audits

*Leading monthly vet meetings

*Running quarterly morbidity and mortality (M&M) rounds

*Conducting appraisals

*Collaborating to further integrate our two sole-charge branches into the wider practice

*6.6 weeks’ holiday including bank holidays – plus your birthday off

*Private medical insurance 

*Enhanced family-friendly leave and pay (include more detail)?

*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 your own pets 

This is a rare opportunity to step into a meaningful leadership role in a brand-new clinical environment, backed by a supportive and experienced team.

Apply today or get in touch for an informal, confidential chat.

Up to £75,000 DOE