Veterinary Internship - Rotating

Vets Now; Manchester; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary: £32,000 per annum

7 weeks annual leave (+ birthday off)

VDS and RCVS registration fees covered

VECCS membership for one year

£500 CPD allowance

Job summary

Vets Now Referrals Manchester offers a 12‑month Small Animal Rotating Internship starting 05 April 2027. Open to recent graduates or veterinarians with general practice experience. Interns rotate through Internal Medicine/Cardiology, Surgery, Emergency, and Critical Care with optional electives.

The program builds hands‑on skills, mentorship, and development within a multidisciplinary setting and diverse caseload, with visa sponsorship for overseas applicants where needed.

Qualifications

• Veterinary degree recognised by the RCVS is required.
• RCVS registration or eligibility to register is required.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Actively engage in all rotations under supervision.
• Conduct examinations, support diagnoses, and develop treatment plans.
• Assist in surgeries, procedures, and emergency cases across disciplines.
• Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team to provide patient care.
• Participate in seminars, journal clubs, and CPD opportunities.

Skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Learning agility

Education

Veterinary degree recognised by the RCVS

RCVS registration (or eligibility to register)

Job description

Small Animal Rotating Internship

Location: Vets Now Specialist Referrals, Manchester

Company Overview

Vets Now Referrals Manchester is a leading referral hospital providing high-quality small animal care, including Emergency and Critical Care. Our hospital offers a structured Small Animal Rotating Internship for veterinarians seeking hands‑on experience, mentorship, and professional development in a multi-disciplinary environment.

Role Overview

We are excited to be taking applications for this 12-month internship starting on the 05th April 2027, it is suitable for recent graduates or veterinary surgeons with general practice experience. Interns rotate through Internal Medicine/Cardiology, Surgery, Emergency and Critical Care, with the option to choose additional elective rotations.

The programme provides a strong foundation for further discipline-specific training or for building confidence in clinical case management across a diverse caseload.

Key Responsibilities

As a Rotating Intern, you will:

• Actively engage in all rotations, working closely with senior clinicians and specialists.

• Conduct examinations, support diagnoses, and develop treatment plans under expert supervision.

• Assist in surgeries, procedures, and emergency cases, gaining hands‑on experience across multiple disciplines.

• Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team to provide comprehensive, compassionate patient care.

• Participate in seminars, journal clubs, workshops, and research opportunities to support continuous professional development.

Requirements

To apply, candidates must have:

• A veterinary degree recognised by the RCVS.

• RCVS registration (or eligibility to register).

• Eligibility to work in the UK (visa sponsorship available for overseas applicants).

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and collaborate effectively with team members.

• A proactive and adaptable approach to learning.

Benefits

• Salary: £32,000 per annum

• Professional Costs Covered: VDS and RCVS registration fees

• Leave: 7 weeks annual leave, plus your birthday off

• Hands‑on Experience: Active involvement in out-of-hours emergency care with supported primary case responsibility

• Diverse Caseload: Exposure to a wide range of cases across multiple rotations

• Learning & Development:

• Comprehensive induction with lectures, workshops, and practical learning

• Weekly seminars, in‑house CPD opportunities, and RCVS Knowledge Library membership

• £500 CPD allowance, Basic and Advanced Life Support training, and VECCS membership for one year

• Mentorship: Dedicated clinical mentor and RCVS Vet GDP mentor for new graduates

Inclusion & Diversity

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