Clinical Services Manager – Small Animal Vet

Location: Godalming, Surrey

The Role:

• Our client is seeking an exceptional Veterinary Surgeon to manage and organise their practice, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment.
• The role involves working in partnership with key management team members to deliver a professional service to clients, patients, and their referring veterinarians.
• The candidate will provide leadership and support to the clinical team, ensuring high standards of patient care and team wellbeing.

Key Responsibilities:

• Accountability for clinical operations quality, managing scheduling, resource allocation, and efficient workflow.
• Ensuring excellent communication and service to referring veterinarians and clients.
• Direct line management responsibility for Head Nurse, Rehabilitation Team Leader, Advanced Diagnostic Imaging Team Leader, and Clinical Resource Co-ordinator.
• Matrix management responsibility for senior clinicians, registrars, residents, and interns.
• Implementing and maintaining quality assurance protocols and conducting regular audits of hospital processes and clinical facilities.
• Ensuring compliance with the RCVS Guide to Professional Conduct and related professional requirements.
• Supporting the hospital team with ethical requirements and ensuring both professional and support staff fulfill these responsibilities.

Candidate Requirements:

• RCVS registered vet with experience in managing large teams.
• Proven ability in effective decision-making and leading large teams, preferably in a veterinary environment.
• Excellent people and communication skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and with flexibility.
• Exceptional organisational skills and ability to support a 24/7 team environment.

The Package:

• They are offering a competitive salary that is reflective of skills and experience.
• The details of the benefits package will be discussed in the interview.

More About the Practice:

Located in Eashing, the veterinary hospital is renowned for its advanced veterinary orthopaedics and neurosurgery facilities. Equipped with cutting-edge technology, the hospital provides 24-hour care and boasts a team of over 200 dedicated staff. The hospital operates with flexible hours, ensuring a work-life balance for its employees. It offers an enriching environment for learning and growth, with continuous professional development opportunities.

Job Reference No: JN-072025-32673