Lead Veterinary Surgeon in Borehamwood

As a Lead Vet you will be accountable for the clinical leadership of the veterinary team ensuring we deliver exceptional care, always there for our clients, patients and colleagues whilst maintaining the highest levels of compliance with regulatory, operational and practice standards. You will also work closely with the Practice Manager to maximise the commercial performance of the clinic.

Lead Veterinary Surgeon – Medivet Borehamwood

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Lead Veterinary Surgeon to join our friendly and growing team at Medivet Borehamwood. This is an excellent role for an experienced vet looking to take the next step in their leadership journey, combining clinical excellence with the opportunity to shape and develop a thriving practice.

Medivet Borehamwood benefits from a close working relationship with its sister clinic, Medivet Watford 24, our well-established 24-hour veterinary hospital. This partnership provides excellent clinical support, access to advanced diagnostics such as CT and scopes and advanced soft tissue and orthopaedic surgical skills, and seamless continuity of care for patients requiring out-of-hours or enhanced inpatient treatment. Working alongside the experienced teams across both sites creates a collaborative environment where knowledge sharing, professional development and exceptional patient care are at the heart of everything we do.

The Role

As Lead Veterinary Surgeon, you will play a key role in delivering outstanding clinical care while providing leadership and support to the nursing team. You will be responsible for maintaining high clinical standards, mentoring colleagues, and working closely with the Partners and Practice Manager to ensure the continued success and growth of the practice.

This role would suit a confident veterinary surgeon who enjoys leading by example, fostering a positive team culture and driving clinical excellence.

Key Responsibilities

Client Care

• Deliver exceptional care and service to clients every day.
• Manage client concerns and complaints professionally and effectively.
• Ensure clients receive timely updates regarding their pet's treatment and wellbeing.
• Maintain excellent communication with clients throughout procedures and ongoing treatment plans.
• Ensure continuity of communication for patients receiving out-of-hours or enhanced care through our partnership with Medivet Watford 24.

Patient Care

• Carry out consultations, diagnostics, surgeries and medical procedures.
• Take overall responsibility for patient care and monitoring.
• Manage admissions and discharges where appropriate.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date clinical records.
• Complete thorough clinical handovers for any patient requiring transfer for out-of-hours or enhanced care.
• Prescribe medications and complete dispensing checks in accordance with professional standards.

Clinical Leadership

• Provide clinical leadership and guidance to the veterinary and nursing teams.
• Support and mentor colleagues, including graduate vets, with clear development plans.
• Promote a progressive clinical culture focused on continuous improvement.
• Share clinical best practice within the clinic and across the wider Medivet community.
• Lead engaging clinical discussions and meetings to support team development and patient outcomes.

Standards & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with RCVS, Medivet and regulatory standards.
• Promote and maintain high standards of clinical governance and patient safety.
• Ensure health and safety policies and procedures are adhered to at all times.
• Support the implementation of new clinical processes and standards.

Commercial Performance

• Understand and contribute to key performance indicators and commercial objectives.
• Work closely with the Partners and Practice Manager to maximise clinical efficiency and performance.
• Prepare accurate estimates and treatment plans for clients.
• Support effective debt management and client payment processes.
• Identify opportunities for sustainable growth while maintaining exceptional patient care.

Clinical Administration

• Ensure laboratory tests and diagnostics are completed accurately and efficiently.
• Escalate operational or clinical concerns where appropriate.
• Support the smooth day‑to‑day running of the practice.

About You

We are looking for a veterinary surgeon who is passionate about delivering exceptional clinical care and developing those around them.

You will have:

• RCVS registration and eligibility to work in the UK.
• Significant experience in small animal practice.
• Previous leadership experience or a strong desire to develop leadership skills.
• Excellent clinical and surgical capabilities.
• A passion for mentoring and developing colleagues.
• Strong communication and relationship‑building skills.
• A collaborative approach and commitment to delivering exceptional client and patient care.
• Commercial awareness and an understanding of practice performance drivers.

Why Join Medivet Borehamwood?

• Lead and shape a growing and supportive practice.
• Benefit from close collaboration with the experienced teams at Medivet Watford 24.
• Onsite digital xray, dental xray and ultrasound
• Access to advanced facilities, diagnostics and clinical support through our sister hospital network.
• Excellent opportunities for career progression and leadership development.
• A supportive and collaborative working culture focused on delivering exceptional care.
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

If you're looking for an opportunity to make a real impact within a supportive team while enjoying the backing of a leading veterinary group and a 24-hour sister hospital, we'd love to hear from you.