Lead Veterinary Surgeon

5 days ago

Crawley, West Sussex, United Kingdom GLG Vets Full time


Lead Veterinary Surgeon — Crawley, West Sussex

Overview: Join a well‑run, friendly practice as a Lead Veterinary Surgeon based in Crawley, West Sussex. Crawley, West Sussex offers a great mix of community spirit, green spaces and handy transport links—ideal for a balanced lifestyle.

Duties & Responsibilities
  • Provide clinical leadership across consulting, soft tissue and routine surgery
  • Champion clinical governance, audits and best‑practice protocols
  • Mentor and develop Vets, RVNs and SVNs; support CPD plans
  • Build trusted client relationships and deliver gold‑standard care
  • Oversee case continuity and contribute to rota planning and workflow
Skills
  • Strong communicator who builds rapport quickly with clients and colleagues
  • Calm decision‑maker with solid surgical and medical skills
  • Comfortable with routine imaging and point‑of‑care diagnostics
  • Team‑oriented mindset with a passion for continuous improvement
  • Organised, reliable and proactive in a busy first‑opinion setting
Qualifications
  • MRCVS registration (or eligibility)
  • Experience in UK small‑animal first opinion practice
  • Confidence with routine surgery and consults
  • Further certifications or a desire to pursue them welcomed
What's on Offer
  • Competitive salary commensurate with experience
  • CPD encouraged and funded, with certificate support considered
  • Generous holiday allowance and pension scheme
  • RCVS/VDS fees paid (and BSAVA/BVA where applicable)
  • Supportive, friendly team culture with real clinical autonomy
  • Protected leadership time and input into clinical roadmap

Ready to make a move? Click apply with your CV or reach out for a confidential chat—let's see if this could be the perfect next step for you.


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