Lead Veterinary Surgeon

At inspiring vet care, our people are at the heart of everything we do. As the UK’s number one vet care provider, were trusted with the care of over 2 million animals, delivering our purpose of healthier animals and happier owners. Our well-established practice is based in Oswestry, Shropshire near the Welsh border and we have a branch practice 20 minutes away near Wrexham. We pride ourselves on our committed client and patient care, we aim to give the best service possible. We have two operating theatres, an imaging suite with modern ultrasound and x-ray machines and a dental procedures room with dental x-ray. We have a broad caseload of medical and surgical cases and do our own basic orthopaedics including lateral suture and MMP cruciate repair and patella luxation. We have a large garden behind the practice often used to spend sunny lunch breaks or exercising inpatients. How You’ll Make a Difference As a Veterinary Surgeon, you’ll work collaboratively with the wider practice team to deliver a high standard of patient and client care across a varied and rewarding caseload. You’ll continue to develop your clinical skills and interests while sharing your knowledge and experience with colleagues, contributing positively to the clinical culture of the practice. You’ll be an integral member of the clinical team, delivering excellent care and supporting the ongoing development of those around you. We are looking for a senior small animal vet to join our fabulous team at Park Issa! This is an exciting leadership opportunity in a busy GP practice, a chance to inspire clinical excellence, promote great client care and high standards of patient care. You will be working alongside an experienced team including Clinical Director, Practice Manager and 2 Head Nurses. This is a part time role working 28 hours per week 8:30am-6:30pm Monday/Tuesday/Friday. But there may be flexibility with hours/days. One in 8 weekends (Saturday shift 8:30am-4:30pm). We use VetsNow for our OOH but we do have facilities to keep in‑patients overnight if required. The salary is up to £53,000 per annum, depending on experience. Park Issa is a memorable practice because of the wonderful team who works here. Made up of 1 small animal clinical director and 6 vets working a mix of hours, we have certificate holders in small animal medicine and surgery. Our team are willing to support you clinically and personally, and we value well‑being and work‑life balance, making it important to us to find the right people for the job and retain our staff. We have regular meetings to discuss cases, and someone is always around to give advice and support. You Might Be a Great Fit If... Our ideal candidate is an experienced vet with or without leadership experience, who is striving for great clinical standards, champions innovation and is a great mentor/leader. You will have animal care at the heart of everything you do and enthusiasm for providing a high‑quality service. You are a confident and motivated veterinary surgeon who enjoys working as part of a team and is committed to delivering high‑quality patient and client care. You’ll bring: * A Veterinary degree and registration (or eligibility to register) with the RCVS * Experience working in clinical practice with growing confidence in routine medical and surgical cases * Strong communication skills and the ability to build effective relationships with clients and colleagues * A proactive approach to learning, with openness to feedback and development * Professionalism, reliability, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively How We’ll Support You At inspiring vet care, we’re committed to supporting your ongoing development and well‑being. When you join us, you’ll benefit from: * Clear career pathways with progression opportunities across primary care, referral, leadership, and specialist roles * Funded learning and development, including CPD allowance and access to IVC academy training centres & role‑relevant courses * £1,250 annual Care Fund for every vet * Access to mentors, regional clinical coaches, and peer networks * Support to develop clinical interests and expand your capabilities * A collaborative, values‑led culture focused on care, community, and continuous improvement What We Offer Our Team * 6.8 weeks’ holiday, including bank holidays * Private medical insurance * Enhanced family leave and pay across maternity, paternity, adoption and surrogacy * 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 We’re committed to supporting our people through career development opportunities, wellbeing initiatives and access to world‑class learning resources. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to take the next step in your career, inspiring vet care offers the support, opportunity and community to help you grow. J-18808-Ljbffr