Lead Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal

Lead Veterinary Surgeon – Abivale Vets, Oxfordshire

The role will be based at the Wallingford site, with occasional shifts at other branches.

Up to £70,000 (DOE).

Abivale Vets, part of the inspiring vet care network, is recruiting!

About the role

As Lead Veterinary Surgeon, you will be the most senior veterinary clinician within the practice, responsible for leading clinical standards, governance, and the delivery of outstanding patient and client care. You’ll provide clinical leadership to the veterinary team, oversee complex cases, and act as the primary source of clinical guidance and decision‑making within the practice. Working closely with the senior practice leadership team, you’ll support the strategic direction of the practice and drive continuous improvement in clinical quality, outcomes, and ways of working.

Responsibilities

• Drive the general day‑to‑day running of the branch and provide excellent client...