Head Veterinary Surgeon | Lincoln, Lincolnshire

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Head Veterinary Surgeon to lead a modern, purpose-built small animal practice in Lincoln. This permanent full-time position offers the opportunity to combine a varied first opinion caseload with clinical leadership, supporting and developing a talented team while driving clinical excellence within a well-equipped and growing practice.

Key Highlights

• Salary £75,000 – £90,000 per annum depending on experience.
• Permanent full-time position.
• 39 hours per week across a 4-day working week.
• 1 in 4 weekend rota.
• No out-of-hours requirement.
• On-call responsibility for overnight inpatients only.
• Leadership role with dedicated administration time.
• Excellent career progression and leadership development opportunities.

The Practice

This purpose-built small animal practice forms part of one of the UK’s largest independent, family-owned veterinary groups and is committed to delivering exceptional clinical care and an outstanding client experience. The spacious, modern surgery is equipped with the latest technology, providing an excellent environment for delivering high-quality first opinion medicine and surgery.

The practice is supported by an experienced multidisciplinary team, with many colleagues working towards postgraduate certificates and developing specialist interests. Collaboration, continuous learning and clinical excellence are at the heart of the practice, creating an enjoyable and rewarding working environment.

Facilities include:

• Modern operating theatres.
• Digital radiography.
• Dental facilities.
• In-house laboratory.
• Ultrasound equipment.
• Dedicated consultation rooms.
• Separate dog and cat wards.
• Modern prep and treatment areas.

As Head Veterinary Surgeon, you’ll work alongside an experienced team of Veterinary Surgeons, Registered Veterinary Nurses and support colleagues while helping to shape the future development of the practice.

The Location

Located in the historic city of Lincoln, the practice enjoys excellent transport links and easy access to the surrounding Lincolnshire countryside. Lincoln offers an excellent quality of life, combining a vibrant city centre with independent shops, restaurants, green spaces and affordable housing.

The Role

This is an outstanding opportunity for an experienced Veterinary Surgeon looking to progress into a clinical leadership role while continuing to enjoy a varied first opinion caseload.

Working a 4-day week with a 1 in 4 weekend rota, you’ll lead the veterinary team, promote clinical excellence and support the ongoing development of colleagues while remaining actively involved in consultations, diagnostics and surgery.

Typical responsibilities include:

• Leading and developing the veterinary team.
• Providing outstanding first opinion medical and surgical care.
• Performing consultations, diagnostics and surgical procedures.
• Promoting evidence-based clinical decision making.
• Supporting and mentoring Veterinary Surgeons, including recent graduates.
• Driving clinical governance and maintaining high clinical standards.
• Leading clinical audits and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Working closely with the nursing leadership team to deliver exceptional patient care.
• Supporting recruitment, training and professional development.
• Contributing to the strategic growth and ongoing success of the practice.

The role includes dedicated administration time to support leadership responsibilities, alongside a varied and rewarding clinical caseload.

About You

• MRCVS registered Veterinary Surgeon.
• Significant experience within small animal first opinion practice.
• Confident in both medicine and surgery.
• Previous leadership or mentoring experience is desirable.
• Passionate about developing colleagues and promoting clinical excellence.
• Excellent communication, organisational and people management skills.
• A collaborative and supportive leader with a proactive approach.

What’s On Offer

• Salary £75,000 – £90,000 per annum depending on experience.
• Full-time permanent position.
• 4-day working week.
• 1 in 4 weekend rota.
• No out-of-hours commitment.
• Dedicated administration time.
• Quarterly recognition payments.
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• CPD allowance with certificate support.
• Funded RCVS, VDS and other professional memberships.
• Internal leadership training.
• Company pension scheme.
• Income protection.
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay.
• Electric car scheme.
• Surgery discount scheme.
• Boost employee discounts and rewards platform.
• Help at Hand health and wellbeing support.
• Excellent opportunities for career progression within a growing independent veterinary group.

If you would like further information about this Head Veterinary Surgeon role in Lincoln, Lincolnshire, or would like to arrange a confidential and informal discussion, please get in touch.

Must Haves

• RCVS Registered (or soon to be)
• Possess the right to work in the United Kingdom
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

What Happens Next?

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