Veterinary Internship - ECC

Inspiring Vet Care; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

VDS & RCVS registration fees covered

7 weeks annual leave + birthday off

CPD allowance & seminars

Job summary

Vets Now Glasgow invites applications for a 13-month Discipline-Specific Internship in Emergency and Critical Care. You will work with our ECC specialist team, rotating through day, back, and night shifts with time for study, research, and collaboration with other specialties.

Interns gain hands-on ICU experience, access to cutting-edge equipment, and mentorship to pursue future residency opportunities in ECC or related fields.

Qualifications

• RCVS-registered veterinary surgeon or eligible for registration.
• Completion of small animal rotating internship or ECC exposure.
• Eligibility to work in the UK (visa sponsorship available).

Responsibilities

• Participate in planning, diagnosis, and treatment of ECC cases.
• Manage ICU patients and emergency referrals under supervision.
• Collaborate with other disciplines to ensure holistic patient care.
• Engage in seminars, journal clubs, and ad-hoc teaching sessions.
• Contribute to clinical research projects with mentors.
• Maintain high clinical standards, accurate records, and ethical patient care.
• Work with ECC specialists, residents, and senior nurses in a collaborative team.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Calm under pressure

Team collaboration

Education

Veterinary degree recognised by the RCVS

Job description

Vets Now is the European leader in Emergency and Critical Care (ECC), with a proven track record in specialist-led training. Our Glasgow referral hospital offers a multi-disciplinary environment with EBVS residency programmes and discipline-specific internships across ECC, Internal Medicine, Oncology, Surgery, and Diagnostic Imaging.

We are now inviting applications for our Discipline-Specific Internship in Emergency and Critical Care at Vets Now Specialist Referrals, Glasgow.

This 13-month internship provides a unique opportunity to work collaboratively with our ECC specialist team, gaining hands-on experience in ICU and emergency referrals. Interns will rotate through day, back, and night shifts, with dedicated time for study, research, and collaboration with other specialties to enhance ECC-related skills.

Interns will engage in advanced patient care, supported by our experienced ICU nursing team and access to cutting-edge equipment, including mechanical ventilation, high-flow nasal oxygen therapy, and therapeutic plasma exchange.

Glasgow has a well-established residency programme, and discipline-specific interns will also be involved in organised teaching; This internship will put you in a strong postion to apply for any possible future residency opportunities both in Vets Now and over hospitals.

Key Responsibilities

• Participate in the planning, diagnosis, and treatment of ECC cases.
• Manage ICU patients and emergency referrals under supervision.
• Collaborate with other disciplines to ensure holistic patient care.
• Actively engage in seminars, journal clubs, and ad-hoc teaching sessions.
• Contribute to clinical research projects alongside mentors.
• Maintain high clinical standards, accurate records, and ethical patient care.
• Work effectively with ECC specialists, residents, and senior nurses in an inclusive and respectful team environment.

Requirements

• A veterinary degree recognised by the RCVS.
• RCVS registration (or eligibility to register).
• Prior completion of a small animal rotating internship (or significant ECC experience).
• Eligibility to work in the UK (visa sponsorship available for suitable candidates).
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to prioritise, stay calm in challenging situations, and work collaboratively.

Benefits

• Salary: £35,000 per annum
• Professional Costs Covered: VDS and RCVS registration fees
• Leave: 7 weeks annual leave, plus your birthday off
• Learning & Development: Pre-planned seminars, journal clubs, ad-hoc teaching, and CPD allowance
• Mentorship: Supervision by ECC specialists, with opportunities to transition into a residency programme for suitable candidates

Inclusion & Diversity

We are committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive environment. Applications are welcome from candidates of all backgrounds, and reasonable adjustments can be made throughout the recruitment process.

Key Dates

• Applications open: 28th August 2026
• Applications close: 20th September 2026
• Interview week: 28th September 2026
• Start Date: 7th December 2026 (Can be slightly flexible on this)

Join Vets Now Glasgow and take your next step in Emergency & Critical Care with a structured, specialist-led internship.

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£35,500 Plus Benefits