Looking for a leadership role where you can genuinely influence clinical standards, mentor a team and help shape a centre of clinical excellence?
I’m working with a modern, purpose-built small animal practice in Portsmouth seeking a Head Vet to lead and develop their experienced clinical team.
Why this role stands out:
- Leadership opportunity within a growing independent veterinary group
- Strong focus on clinical excellence and evidence based medicine
- Opportunity to coach, mentor and upskill colleagues
- Modern, purpose-built hospital environment
- Certificate support and internal leadership development
- Collaborative team with varied clinical interests and specialities
The Role:
- Head Veterinarian position
- Leadership role within the surgery management team
- Clinical and strategic responsibility across the practice
- Coaching and mentoring veterinary colleagues
- Supporting continuous improvement of clinical standards and services
- 4-day working week with 1 in 4 weekends
The Facilities:
- Purpose built modern veterinary practice
- Spacious, state-of-the-art clinical environment
- Advanced equipment and technology
- Team members pursuing certificates and advanced clinical interests
- Strong focus on patient care and workflow efficiency
The Team:
- Experienced and passionate clinical team
- Collaborative environment focused on gold-standard care
- Supportive culture with strong professional development opportunities
- Wider support network through a large independent veterinary group
Rota and Work-Life Balance:
- 4-day working week
- 1 in 4 weekends
- Leadership role with strong team support
- Emphasis on wellbeing and sustainable workload
The Package:
- Quarterly recognition payments
- Enhanced maternity & paternity pay
- Income protection
- CPD allowance
- Funded memberships and certificate of Visa
- Internal leadership training
- 25 days holiday + bank holidays
- Employee discounts and wellbeing support
- Surgery discounts and colleague benefits platform
Who this suits:
- Experienced vets ready to step into leadership
- Clinicians passionate about mentoring and development
- Team-focused vets with strong communication skills
- Those wanting to influence clinical standards and culture
- Vets seeking long term progression within a supportive independent group
If you’re looking for a leadership opportunity where you can shape a team, influence clinical standards and work within a genuinely supportive environment, this is a fantastic opportunity to explore.
If you are interested in new positions within the UK or just want to explore what working in a new position could look like for you?
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