Head Veterinary Surgeon

We are looking for a Head Veterinary Surgeon to join The Liverpool Vets, based in Liverpool, UK. This is a full-time role, offering a salary up to £75,000 dependent on experience, plus benefits.

We are seeking an experienced vet who is not only skilled and knowledgeable, but also compassionate and empathetic towards both animals and their owners. You should have excellent leadership and communication skills. 

About Us:

At The Liverpool Vet, we strive to provide exceptional veterinary care in a supportive and collaborative environment. Our team is dedicated to the well-being of our patients and the satisfaction of our clients.

We have an established and experienced team, backed by a strong and welcoming receptionist team who will ensure our clients feel at home from the moment they set foot in one of our practices or contact us.

We have a large, bright and quiet staff room/chill area upstairs, a separate cat ward, 20-minute consults, cat-friendly, clean and bright consult rooms with lots of natural light, Idexx in-house blood machines, and a top-end ultrasound machine. The practice is situated less than half a mile from Liverpool Central train station, making it an ideal location for commuters.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and inspire the veterinary team, driving clinical standards and fostering a culture of excellence.
• Deliver exceptional care to patients and clients, ensuring treatment aligns with best practice and the RCVS.
• Support the Practice Director in maintaining and improving clinical standards, contributing to strategic decisions on service delivery and growth.
• Manage the veterinary team, including regular check-ins, competency reviews, salary discussions, and rota planning in collaboration with the Practice Director.
• Collaborate on business performance, including budgeting, financial planning, and client service optimisation.
• Perform advanced clinical procedures, including emergency surgeries such as exploratory laparotomies, pleural effusion drainage, and feline urinary obstruction management.
• Champion innovation, introducing forward-thinking medical and surgical techniques to enhance patient outcomes.
• Build strong client relationships, delivering gold-standard care and clear, compassionate communication.

What we are looking for: 

• An experienced veterinary surgeon with proven clinical and leadership expertise.
• A mentor who thrives on developing and supporting others.
• A proactive problem-solver with a positive, resilient approach.
• A collaborative team player who brings energy and professionalism.
• A visionary leader ready to shape the future of our practices.

You'll be passionate about coaching and empowering your team while maintaining the highest standards of care for clients and patients. Your leadership will help us grow and evolve as a hub of excellence.

Hours & Salary:

• Full-time role: 40 hours per week.
• Salary: up to £75,000 dependent on experience, plus benefits.

Rewards & Benefits:

We offer access to a comprehensive benefits package, including the below.

• Dedicated CPD support and access to a suite of internal courses developed by our in-house learning & development team of Veterinary Surgeons and Veterinary Nurses.
• Wellbeing initiatives, including access to over 280 wellbeing champions across our group.
• Other Health and Wellbeing benefits include the Employee Assistance Programme, Cycle to Work scheme, and discounted Gym Membership.
• Forward-thinking policies including fertility treatment, Pregnancy Loss, extended sick pay, enhanced Maternity, Paternity, and Adoption leave.
• CVS Save as you earn scheme – purchase discounted shares in the company and benefit from the Group's increase in share price over that time!
• Health cash plans, discounted critical illness cover, 8 weeks' pay to support exceptional life events, and private medical insurance available after the first month of service at discounted rates.
• Vet Oracle, our support platform for veterinary colleagues that provides expert advice and support across a range of clinical areas.
• Giving Back Day – a chance to volunteer for a charity/cause of your choice.
• RCVS and VDS support.
• Discounted Treatment for your Pet/s.