Surgical Internship - Visa Sponsorship

Are you a dedicated veterinarian looking to advance your career in small animal surgery? 

This role offers an enriching environment where you can hone your skills under the guidance of ECVS Diplomates and Advanced Practitioners. Located in a leading veterinary school, this position provides a unique blend of clinical practice, teaching, and research, ensuring a well-rounded professional experience.

This one-year fixed-term post is designed to give early-stage veterinarians the clinical experience required for further specialist training, such as European Board of Veterinary Specialisation (EBVS®) approved residencies or master's programmes. While the standard duration is one year, there may be opportunities for short-term extensions if mutually beneficial, supporting your career development and facilitating recruitment into the university’s advanced training programmes.

 Key Responsibilities:

Clinical Duties:
- Support the small animal surgical referral service by delivering high-quality care and advice to external referring practices and pet owners.
- Contribute to the development of innovative diagnostic and treatment techniques, enhancing the service's income generation capabilities.
- Participate in the out-of-hours service, ensuring comprehensive care for in-patients and providing supervision and advice as needed.
- Maintain compliance with continuing professional development requirements of the relevant speciality and the RCVS.
- Engage in promotional activities and events related to the Small Animal Hospital.
- Contribute to the academic development of the division.

Teaching Duties:
- Deliver undergraduate and postgraduate teaching in veterinary medicine, adhering to the established curriculum.
- Collaborate on clinical scholarship projects and trials, securing funding to support long-term growth and presenting findings at national and international forums.
- Actively participate in national and international events, research seminars, and conferences.

Administrative Duties:
- Assist with administrative tasks as assigned by the Clinical Director or Head of Division.
- Participate in performance and development review processes in line with university strategy.

 Required Knowledge, Skills, and Experience

Essential:
- Veterinary degree registerable with the RCVS.
- High standard of communication skills, both oral and written.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Self-motivated with strategic planning capabilities.
- High standard of presentation skills.
- Ability to provide advice to clinicians and external veterinary surgeons.
- Clinical experience in small animal surgery.

Desirable:
- Prior training and experience in small animal surgery.
- Masters, PhD, or other evidence of research training.
- Ability to provide specialist veterinary care in a small animal hospital.
- Understanding and experience with statistics, databases, and other IT applications.
- Previous experience in a clinical setting.
- Teaching experience in higher education.
- A track record of clinical publications.

Salary Package:

- Salary: £33,482 - £37,174 per annum
- Contract: Full-time, fixed-term for up to 12 months from the start date
- Accommodation Available
- Visa Sponsorship Available for overseas candidates

This role is an excellent stepping stone for veterinarians aiming to specialise further. Apply now to embark on a rewarding journey in small animal surgery, teaching, and research.

For further information, an informal chat, or to apply, please email Debbie Loding at Debbie@vettedrecruitment.co.uk or 07384 551799 today.

You must be a qualified Veterinary Surgeon and eligible to register with the RCVS to be considered for this role.

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