Veterinary Referral Clinician - Neurology

Southern Counties Veterinary Specialists; Ringwood; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

6 weeks annual leave

CPD leave 10 days

£5,000 CPD allowance

Private medical insurance

Pension scheme

Visa sponsorship available

Healthcare Cash Plan

Cycle to Work scheme

Green Cars salary sacrifice

Support for conferences and meetings

Job summary

Southern Counties Veterinary Specialists (SCVS) is a leading UK multidisciplinary referral centre delivering specialist-led neurology care with access to on-site MRI and advanced diagnostic facilities.

We are seeking a Referral Veterinary Surgeon who will manage varied neurological and neurosurgical referral caseload, contribute to teaching and research, mentor colleagues, and support development of the Neurology Service within a collaborative hospital team.

Qualifications

• Veterinary degree with RCVS registration and ECVN/ACVIM Diplomate status, or Board Eligible and preparing for the specialty exam.
• Proven experience managing complex neurological and neurosurgical cases.
• Strong communication skills with referring vets, clients and multidisciplinary teams.
• Experience mentoring or supervising colleagues and contributing to clinical governance.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied neurological and neurosurgical referral caseload.
• Deliver advanced investigation, diagnosis and treatment of complex neurological cases.
• Work collaboratively with specialists across multidisciplinary referral services.
• Support resident and intern training, mentoring, teaching and the continued development of the Neurology Service.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Mentoring/supervising

Evidence-based practice

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Clinical governance

Education

Veterinary degree

RCVS registration

ECVN or ACVIM Diplomate

Board eligibility / specialty exam prep

Job description

At inspiring vet care, our people are at the heart of everything we do. As the UK's number one vet care provider, we're trusted with the care of over 2 million animals, delivering our purpose of healthier animals and happier owners.

At Southern Counties Veterinary Specialists (SCVS), you'll join one of the UK's leading multidisciplinary referral centres, providing specialist-led care across a broad range of disciplines from our modern, purpose-built hospital on the edge of the New Forest National Park.

Our well-established Neurology Service currently comprises three ECVN Diplomates, two Neurology Residents, one Neurology Intern and a highly experienced team of dedicated Neurology Nurses. You'll manage a varied neurological and neurosurgical referral caseload with access to outstanding facilities, including an on-site 1.5 Tesla MRI, multi-slice CT, dedicated neurosurgical facilities and comprehensive electrodiagnostic equipment including EMG, nerve conduction studies, BAER and EEG.

As part of our multidisciplinary referral centre, you'll work closely with specialists across Diagnostic Imaging, Soft Tissue Surgery, Orthopaedic Surgery, Internal Medicine, Ophthalmology, Dermatology, and Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation.

Practice Highlights

• Established Neurology Service with three ECVN Diplomates, two Residents, one Intern and dedicated Neurology Nurses
• On-site 1.5 Tesla MRI, multi-slice CT and comprehensive electrodiagnostic equipment
• Dedicated neurosurgical facilities and a varied neurological and neurosurgical referral caseload
• Highly collaborative multidisciplinary environment with opportunities for resident training, teaching, research and publication

How You’ll Make a Difference

As a Referral Veterinary Surgeon, you will deliver advanced veterinary care within a referral setting, managing complex cases and providing clinical advice and support to referring veterinary practices.

You’ll work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary hospital team to deliver outstanding patient and client care, while also supporting the development of colleagues through mentoring, supervision, and knowledge sharing. You’ll contribute positively to the efficient running of your service and play an active role in maintaining high clinical standards and continuous improvement.

Working Pattern

• Full-time or part-time position considered
• Four-day working week for full-time colleagues
• Weekend rota of 1 in 4

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a varied neurological and neurosurgical referral caseload
• Deliver advanced investigation, diagnosis and treatment of complex neurological cases
• Work collaboratively with specialists across our multidisciplinary referral services
• Support resident and intern training, mentoring, teaching and the continued development of the Neurology Service

You Might Be a Great Fit If...

You are an experienced veterinary surgeon with strong clinical expertise and a passion for delivering high-quality referral-level care. You’ll bring:

• A Veterinary degree with RCVS registration, and ECVN or ACVIM (Neurology) Diplomate status, or be Board Eligible and preparing to sit the relevant specialty examination
• Proven experience managing complex neurological and neurosurgical cases
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with referring vets, clients, and multidisciplinary teams
• Experience supporting, mentoring, or supervising colleagues
• A commitment to evidence-based practice, clinical governance, and continuous improvement

How We’ll Support You

At inspiring vet care, we’re committed to supporting you in delivering advanced clinical care while continuing to grow professionally. When you join us, you’ll benefit from:

• The opportunity to work within a well-supported referral hospital environment with complex and rewarding caseloads
• Access to high-quality facilities, equipment, and multidisciplinary clinical teams
• Support to maintain Specialist status and remain at the forefront of clinical practice
• Funded learning and development, including access to IVC Academy training centres and specialist programmes
• A collaborative, values-led culture focused on care, learning, and continuous improvement

What We Offer Our Team

• 6 weeks annual leave, plus public holidays
• 10 days of Continuing Professional Development leave annually
• £5,000 annual CPD allowance
• Competitive salary, commensurate with experience
• Visa sponsorship available for eligible candidates
• Private medical insurance
• Pension scheme
• RCVS and relevant professional membership fees paid
• Support to attend national and international specialist meetings, including ESVN/ECVN and ACVIM conferences
• Opportunities to participate in clinical research, publication and resident training
• Healthcare Cash Plan
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Green Cars salary sacrifice scheme
• Voluntary benefits: choose from a range of benefits to suit you