At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a dedicated veterinary team and ensure top-notch patient care.
- Company: Premier small animal clinic with over 150 years of community service.
- Benefits: Generous holiday, pension scheme, staff discounts, and life assurance.
- Other info: Join a supportive team focused on collaboration and continuous learning.
- Why this job: Elevate your career while making a real impact in veterinary care.
- Qualifications: Experienced Clinical Director or Veterinary Surgeon with leadership skills.
The predicted salary is between 85000 - 85000 £ per year.
Overview
Salary: Up to £85,000 per annum (D.O.E)
Hours: 40 hours per week, over 4 days, with 1:6 Saturdays and no OOH
Job Type: Permanent, Full-time
Are you a seasoned Clinical Director or Veterinary Surgeon ready to elevate your career? This role offers a chance to lead a dedicated team while maintaining the highest standards of patient and client care.
About the practice
This premier small animal clinic has a rich history of over 150 years serving the community. Enjoy working in modern facilities that include well-equipped consultation rooms, state-of-the-art operating theatres, a cutting-edge X-ray suite, ultrasound, a dedicated dental suite with dental X-ray, and an in-house laboratory with the latest blood analysers and urine analysis equipment. The practice is also proud to be a Gold Level Cat Friendly Clinic, accredited by the International Society of Feline Medicine (ISFM). You will be part of a team that is committed to providing exceptional treatment and preventative healthcare for a variety of pets, including dogs, cats, rabbits, guinea pigs, and other small animals. The laboratory is equipped with a ProCyte analyser, SNAP analyser, and Catalyst machine, ensuring quicker results and reduced costs.
Meet the Team
You will be joining a supportive, skilled, and compassionate team dedicated to delivering outstanding veterinary care. Collaboration, continuous learning, and mutual respect are at the core of the practice. The team includes a Veterinary Surgeon Certificate holder in Diagnostic Imaging, a Nurse Certificate holder in Anaesthesia, and three nurses performing schedule 3 procedures. The full team comprises a Practice Manager, seven Veterinary Surgeons, one Clinical Nursing Manager, eleven RVNs, two SVNs, and ten Client Care team members.
Your Role and Responsibilities
As Clinical Director, you will work closely with the Primary Care Director (PCD) and central support business partners, including Finance, HR, Medical Directors, Nursing, Marketing, Recruitment, and Client Care. Your responsibilities will include:
- Leading the clinical delivery across the practice, ensuring excellence in patient and client care.
- Overseeing clinical standards, quality improvement, education, clinical research, and veterinary leadership.
- Inspiring and engaging the practice teams through active leadership.
- Developing and delivering the clinical and business strategy for the practice, aligning with wider group objectives.
- Providing leadership and line management to the Senior Leadership Team, including the Practice Manager, Lead Vets, and Clinical/Group Nursing Manager.
- Overseeing key operational areas such as Leadership, HR, Operations, Health & Safety, Client Care, and Marketing.
- Leading budget planning and financial performance, ensuring delivery of agreed financial targets.
- Fostering a culture of respect, collaboration, and engagement, driving wellbeing, harmony, quality, and productivity across the team.
- Contributing to recruitment and retention, promoting a positive, inclusive, and supportive working environment.
Benefits
- 5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays and birthday leave
- RCVS and VDS fees paid
- Employer contribution pension scheme
- Staff discount
- Life assurance
- Generous staff discount for your pets
- E-car salary sacrifice scheme
- Enhanced equal family leave
- Extensive internal and funded external CPD
If you are passionate about leading a team to deliver exceptional veterinary care and are ready to take on a rewarding role, this is the perfect position for you. Apply today to join a practice where your expertise and leadership will be highly valued.
For more information or to apply contact Emma McGee on:
Phone: 07444223408
Email: emma@vettedrecruitment.co.uk
Clinical Director - lead a dedicated team employer: British Veterinary LGBT+
Join a community-focused veterinary practice in Manchester that prioritises work-life balance with a four-day week and no out-of-hours duties. Our supportive work culture fosters professional growth, allowing you to enhance your skills while making a meaningful impact on pet health. With a dedicated team and a commitment to compassionate care, this is an excellent opportunity for Veterinary Surgeons looking to thrive in their careers.
