Vine Tree Vets have a unique opportunity for a Lead Veterinary Surgeon to join our practice in the heart of the Wye Valley. Supported by our Director of Practice, you’ll lead a dedicated team of vets and nurses, manage clinical operations, and enjoy the freedom to shape a varied and rewarding caseload. 

*Full or part-time between 30 to 40 hours per week, worked over 4 or 5 days between 8:30am and 7pm. There are no out-of-hours or on-call requirements and NO WEEKEND rota

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.

You’ll oversee all clinical aspects of the practice, ensuring high standards of care aligned with RCVS guidance, industry regulations, and IVC Evidensia best practices. Key responsibilities include clinical governance, protocol implementation, audits, quality improvement, and mentoring the team. 

Vine Tree Vets is located in the beautiful Wye Valley, within easy reach of the Forest of Dean, Bath, Gloucester, Bristol and the Cotswolds. Vine Tree has an extensive small animal case load, giving you exposure to a diverse caseload. 

*Purpose built, modern practice that was converted from a pub in 2015 with two consulting rooms, operating theatre, an imaging room (including digital x ray, dental x ray, bronchoscope, endoscope and ultrasound), main prep room, a cat only prep room leading to cattery and a separate dog ward.  

Our Vine Tree team is at the heart of everything we do; our priority is to create a wonderful team atmosphere where everyone looks after each other and is something we pride ourselves on. We understand the significance of supporting mental health within the veterinary profession and this is of particular importance to us. The team regularly get together to explore the outdoors, for dogs walks or just around the beautiful area. 

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

*MRCVS-qualified with strong clinical experience

*Proven leadership and mentoring skills

*Deep understanding of clinical governance and RCVS standards

*Passion for developing teams and delivering patient-first care

*A collaborative, solution-focused approach

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

*Private medical insurance 

*Enhanced family-friendly leave and pay

*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 

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

£0 - £75,000 a year