Lead Veterinary Surgeon - London

Lead Veterinary Surgeon - London

• RCVS accredited, 24 hour small animal hospital located in a sought-after borough of South West London
• Equipped with an in-house laboratory, x-ray, ECG, ultrasound, endoscopy, and CT, the hospital provides efficient diagnostics using state-of-the-art technology
• The team includes certificate holders in small animal internal medicine, pain management and western acupuncture, small animal surgery, and imaging
• Superb salary up to £80,000
• Excellent benefits package including a paid sabbatical, support for certificate of sponsorship and relocation support

An exceptional opportunity has arisen for an experienced Veterinary Surgeon to take the lead in complex and varied surgeries at a highly regarded 24-hour hospital in South West London. This role is perfect for a skilled surgeon who thrives on intricate soft tissue and orthopaedic procedures, working with both an established caseload and regional referrals.

As the lead surgeon, you will oversee a dedicated surgical team in a fast-paced environment, managing theatre nurses, handling second-opinion cases, offering expert guidance to the region, and mentoring junior colleagues. The hospital’s 24-hour nature ensures exposure to a diverse range of cases, from routine consultations and surgeries to advanced medical and surgical workups. As an RCVS Practice Standards Accredited Small Animal Hospital with emergency and critical care accreditation, the commitment to clinical excellence and animal welfare is at the heart of everything they do.

You will be joining a friendly and experienced team, many of whom have been with the hospital for over a decade. Your leadership will be instrumental in maintaining the hospital’s exceptional standards, ensuring a collaborative and progressive working environment.

This is a full-time position of 40 hours per week over four days, with a 1:6 weekend rotation, allowing for a healthy work-life balance. To be considered, you must be RCVS registered with a strong background in both soft tissue and orthopaedic surgery.

Located in a sought-after borough of South West London, the hospital benefits from excellent commuter links and proximity to renowned attractions such as The Royal Botanic Gardens (Kew Gardens), Ham House and Garden, Hampton Court Palace, and Marble Hill House. If you are looking for an exciting role in a prestigious RCVS-accredited hospital within a vibrant and well-connected area, this is an opportunity not to be missed.

The Package:

• A superb salary of £70,000 - £80,000 DOE
• Private Medical Insurance
• Health cash plan (covering dental, physio and optical services) with 24/7 Private GP Service
• Life Assurance 3 x salary
• Access to 24-hour counselling by phone or in person should you feel you need support
• 5 weeks’ annual leave plus Bank Holidays rising to 6 weeks with length of service
• An additional ‘Day for You’, a paid day’s leave for you to use as you wish
• Clinical CPD: £1,500 per year plus 3 days’ paid leave
• Funded certificate opportunities
• VDS, RCVS and BVA fees paid
• Sabbatical based on length of service
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Staff discount
• Support for Certificates of Sponsorship for a Tier 2 (General) Visa and relocation support