Veterinary Internship - Surgery

Cooper & Hall Limited

Glasgow

Hybrid

GBP 30,000 - 40,000

Full time

11 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Salary £35,000 per annum

RCVS and VDS registration fees covered

7 weeks annual leave plus birthday off

Externships time allocated

CPD allowance including European conf.

RCVS Knowledge Library membership

VECCS membership for one year

Mentorship & Training

Job summary

Vets Now Referrals Glasgow offers a Discipline-Specific Internship in Surgery starting 5 April 2027. This 12-month training role provides exposure to soft tissue and orthopaedic surgery, close supervision by experienced clinicians, and hands-on involvement in emergency and referral cases to develop primary case responsibility.

You will collaborate with multiple disciplines to enhance surgical case management, pursue postgraduate training, and strengthen your experience in small animal referral

Qualifications

Recognised veterinary degree and RCVS eligibility.
UK work eligibility and visa documentation.
Completed a small animal rotating internship in a multidisciplinary referral hospital.
Strong communication and English language skills.
Interest in small animal surgery (soft tissue and orthopaedic).
High clinical standards, attention to detail and professional integrity.
Proactive and collaborative attitude with commitment to patient and client care.

Responsibilities

Participate in the planning, diagnosis, and treatment of surgical cases.
Work closely with senior clinicians, residents, and the nursing team in patient management.
Consider animal welfare and ethical principles when planning and undertaking interventions.
Maintain high clinical standards and accurate medical records.
Contribute to seminars, journal clubs, case discussions, and local teaching opportunities.
Engage in clinical research projects and independent study.
Foster a positive, inclusive, and collaborative working environment.

Education

Veterinary degree

RCVS registration

UK work eligibility

Job description

Discipline-Specific Internship – Surgery

Location: Vets Now Specialist Referrals, Glasgow

Company Overview

Vets Now Referrals Glasgow is a busy private referral hospital and first-opinion out-of-hours emergency provider located in the heart of Glasgow. Our multidisciplinary referral team collaborates closely across Surgery, Anaesthesia, Diagnostic Imaging, Emergency and Critical Care, Internal Medicine, and Oncology, supported by a highly skilled nursing team.

Role Overview

We are seeking an enthusiastic applicant for our Surgery Discipline-Specific Internship starting on 5th April 2027.

This 12-month training position offers:

A structured internship with exposure to both soft tissue and orthopaedic surgery.
Close supervision and mentorship from experienced surgical clinicians.
Hands-on involvement in a wide range of emergency and referral surgical cases, with opportunities to develop primary case responsibility.
Opportunities to work collaboratively with multiple disciplines to enhance surgical case management.

This internship is ideal for candidates wishing to develop their surgical skills and knowledge, pursue further postgraduate training or a residency, or strengthen their experience in small animal referral surgery.

Key Responsibilities

As a Surgery DSI Intern, you will:

Participate in the planning, diagnosis, and treatment of surgical cases.
Work closely with senior clinicians, residents, and the nursing team in the management of patients.
Consider animal welfare and ethical principles when planning and undertaking interventions.
Maintain high clinical standards and accurate medical records.
Contribute to seminars, journal clubs, case discussions, and local teaching opportunities.
Engage in clinical research projects and independent study.
Foster a positive, inclusive, and collaborative working environment.

Requirements

To be eligible, you must have:

A recognised veterinary degree.
Registration or eligibility for registration with the RCVS.
Eligibility to work in the UK and the required visa documentation.
Successfully completed a small animal rotating internship in a multidisciplinary referral hospital.
Strong communication and English language skills.
A genuine interest in small animal surgery, including both soft tissue and orthopaedic disciplines.
High clinical standards, attention to detail, and professional integrity.
A proactive and collaborative attitude, with a commitment to patient and client care.
The ability to prioritise effectively and remain calm in challenging situations.
A commitment to upholding and aligning with the Vets Now values.

Benefits

Salary: £35,000 per annum
Professional Costs Covered: RCVS and VDS registration fees
Leave: 7 weeks annual leave, plus your birthday off
Learning & Development:

Allocated time for externships
Pre-planned seminars, journal clubs, and teaching opportunities
Additional CPD allowance, including support for European conference attendance
IVC Evidensia Surgery Specialty Group meetings, including regular case discussions and journal clubs
RCVS Knowledge Library membership
VECCS membership for one year

Mentorship & Training: A dedicated clinical mentor to support your learning pathway and internship experience, with opportunities to assist with research projects.
Surgical Exposure: Extensive exposure to a range of emergency and referral surgical cases across soft tissue and orthopaedic disciplines.
Multidisciplinary Experience: Opportunities to work closely with clinicians across multiple disciplines to develop comprehensive surgical case management skills.

About the Surgery Service

Our Surgery service provides multidisciplinary referral care across soft tissue and orthopaedic surgery, with close collaboration between surgical clinicians and colleagues in Emergency and Critical Care, Anaesthesia, Diagnostic Imaging, Internal Medicine, and Oncology.

The internship provides excellent exposure to a broad range of emergency and elective surgical cases within a busy referral hospital, supported by experienced clinicians and a highly skilled nursing team.

About the Location

Glasgow is Scotland’s largest city, offering a vibrant cultural, culinary, and music scene. Just one hour from Loch Lomond, the city also provides easy access to skiing in the Cairngorms, surfing on the West Coast, and 282 Munros for hiking enthusiasts. Glasgow International Airport ensures excellent connections across the UK and Europe.

Key Dates

Applications Open: 28th September 2026
Application Deadline: 8th November 2026
Interviews: Week commencing 23rd & 30th November 2026
Programme Start Date: 5th April 2027

Advance your career in small animal surgery with a structured, supportive internship offering extensive referral and emergency surgical experience in Glasgow.

Life at Vets Now

More than a job in emergency care, at Vets Now, you'll be part of close-knit teams who support each other under pressure, responsibility and work together with purpose. With structured rotas, experienced clinical teams and opportunities to grow, we aim to create careers in ECC that are both rewarding and sustainable.

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