Head Veterinary Surgeon

Head Veterinary Surgeon – The Glasgow Hub

(Comprising Alba Vet, 3 Mile, and First Vets Glasgow)

As Head Veterinary Surgeon, you will play a pivotal role in leading clinical excellence across our Glasgow Hub. Working closely with the Practice Director and Nurse Manager, you'll ensure our veterinary teams deliver outstanding patient care and client service. Salary for this role is up to £70k DOE, plus benefits.

• Lead and inspire the veterinary team
  , driving clinical standards and fostering a culture of excellence.
• Deliver exceptional care to patients and clients, ensuring treatment aligns with best practice and the RCVS
• Support the Practice Director in maintaining and improving clinical standards, contributing to strategic decisions on service delivery and growth.
• Manage the veterinary team
  , including regular check-ins, competency reviews, salary discussions, and rota planning in collaboration with the Practice Director.
• Collaborate on business performance
  , including budgeting, financial planning, and client service optimisation.
• Perform advanced clinical procedures
  , including emergency surgeries such as exploratory laparotomies, pleural effusion drainage, and feline urinary obstruction management.
• Champion innovation
  , introducing forward-thinking medical and surgical techniques to enhance patient outcomes.
• Build strong client relationships
  , delivering gold-standard care and clear, compassionate communication.

• An experienced veterinary surgeon with proven clinical and leadership expertise
• A mentor who thrives on developing and supporting others
• A proactive problem‑solver with a positive, resilient approach
• A collaborative team player who brings energy and professionalism
• A visionary leader ready to shape the future of our practices

You’ll be passionate about coaching and empowering your team while maintaining the highest standards of care for clients and patients. Your leadership will help us grow and evolve as a hub of excellence.

Full‑time role:
40 hours per week

Salary for this role is up to £70k DOE, plus benefits

We offer Vet Oracle, our clinical support platform, and a benefits package that can be tailored to your needs. Learn more about what We Offer

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If you’d like to learn more about the role, feel free to contact Karen Ramsey, Practice Director, at  or Dave in the resourcing team at

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