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Lead Vet: LondonCompensation: 90,000-95,000 base salary, depending on qualifications and experienceTrack-Record: 1 million revenue per annumExperience: 8-10 years or moreVirtue Vets is Londons premier next-gen vet care and pet wellness clinic chain, providing exceptional vet care and a premium bespoke experience at reasonable prices. We are looking for an ambitious and entrepreneurial Lead Vet to join one of their clinics. Our ClinicsOur stylish clinics feature a contemporary aesthetic that appeals to both pets and their humans. We are equipped with state-of-the-art diagnostic, surgical, and lab equipment to ensure the highest standard of care. Each site has 2-3 consult rooms, including a dedicated feline consult. The open-plan prep feeds an imaging suite, a dental suite and a sterile surgical theatre. The imaging suite is equipped with state-of-the art integrated X-Ray table, Ultrasound and VVS kit. The dental suite has integrated dental tables with X-Ray. The surgical suite has laparoscopy/endoscopy kits, uMEC monitors and GA machines with ventilators. Our TeamEach site has three or more vets and a similar number of nurses, supported by VCAs and client care managers. The team is exceptional, as the business has been extremely selective about hiring only the best veterinary professionals in London. Each team member is clinically competent and keen on supporting each other in the workplace.Your Clinical SkillsLead vets should be great at first opinion consults and soft tissue surgery. They should have at least one certification and/or the desire to gain further qualifications and experience in a field of interest (e.g. laproscopy, opthalmalogy, dentistry, neurology, oncology, geriatric care etc.). Orthopedic or internal medicine experience is a significant plus.You Approach To People and ProtocolsCandidates should have a passion for educating customers about treatment options and preventative care. They must be keen to help develop and use structured clinical protocols. They should act as stewards of a positive and supporting culture and be passionate about caring for and mentoring the clinical team. Being personable (i.e. good with people) is, of course, essential to achieve all of the above.Hours and RotaClinic hours: 09:00 18:00 Monday through SundayShift pattern: 5 days x 8 hoursMax 40 hours per week including weekend workWeekends: One in every three weekendsPaid Holidays and Leave6.6 weeks per calendar year, inclusive of public holidaysBenefitsCompetitive discounts and benefits in line with marketModern Vetcare For Modern PetsThe clinic operating model is set up to deliver exceptional quality of care and demonstrate empathy for pet owners. We deliver a premium client experience by leveraging the latest veterinary innovation. Our focus remains on safeguarding the welfare of clinical teams.Like the look of this opportunity Make sure to apply fast, as a high volume of applications is expected Scroll down to read the complete job description.You must have a healthy appreciation of the benefits of working in a modern well-equipped clinic with a supportive and competent team and being well compensated. You must be entrepreneurial and a problem solver by nature. In practical terms, this means:Being a self-starter (takes responsibility, gets things done, no hand-holding needed)Not set in their waysWilling to do things differently and not how they have always been doneComfortable with change, as we optimize our clinical model frequentlyComfort with ambiguity and able to deal with imperfectionThe desire to help improve the clinics operational performance in meaningful waysWillingness to work with experienced business managers (non-vets)Constructively recognizing, escalating and helping solve clinical problemsNot a behind-the-scenes complainer. Not gossipyKeenness to grow the clinic by developing relationships with neighbourhood clientsThis role should be viewed as an opportunity to make a difference in vetcare. xjdpvnf It is an opportunity to step outside your comfort zone and try something new and exciting.