Veterinary Residency - Surgery

IVC Evidensia Group; Hangersley; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Cycle to Work scheme

Green Cars salary sacrifice scheme

Discounted staff pet care

Access to discounts and cashback

Job summary

Southern Counties Veterinary Specialists in Ringwood, South East England, offers a competitive EBVS-approved Surgical Residency Programme commencing Spring/Summer 2027. The resident will train with leading specialists, support a multidisciplinary team, and contribute to high-quality referral surgery in a busy hospital setting.

The role requires a veterinary degree, RCVS registration, EBVS eligibility, and 2 years’ post-internship experience, with duties including out-of-hours work, teaching, and

Qualifications

• A Veterinary degree and registration with the RCVS, eligible for EBVS recognised residency programme.
• A minimum of 2 years’ experience and completion of a rotating internship, surgical internship or both.
• Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage a demanding workload.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams.
• A reflective and self-directed approach to learning and professional development.
• Resilience, adaptability, and the ability to perform effectively in a high-pressure clinical environment.

Responsibilities

• Undertake a recognised EBVS approved specialist training programme under supervision.
• Be an integral member of the referral hospital team, delivering advanced veterinary care while developing specialist clinical, professional, and academic competencies.
• Manage complex cases under supervision, participate in out-of-hours and weekend duties, and engage in teaching, research, and clinical governance activities.

Skills

RCVS registration

EBVS training

2+ years experience

Education

Veterinary degree

Job description

Southern Counties Veterinary Specialists, Ringwood, South East

Southern Counties Veterinary Specialists is a specialist-led, referral-only hospital located in the heart of the New Forest, offering advanced veterinary care across a wide range of disciplines. Our multidisciplinary team includes specialists in Anaesthesia, Cardiology, Dermatology, Internal Medicine, Neurology, Soft Tissue and Orthopaedic Surgery, Ophthalmology, and Diagnostic Imaging. We also provide comprehensive rehabilitation services, including physiotherapy and hydrotherapy using an underwater treadmill, ensuring exceptional patient care from diagnosis through recovery.

We are seeking applications for an ECVS-approved Surgical Residency Programme, commencing in Spring/Summer 2027. This is an exciting opportunity to train alongside experienced ECVS Surgery Specialists, Residents, and a highly skilled nursing team within a hospital recognised for its surgical excellence. The successful candidate will play an active role in our small animal referral surgery service, including participation in the out-of-hours emergency rota, while developing advanced surgical expertise in a supportive, collaborative environment.

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.

How You’ll Make a Difference

As a Veterinary Resident, you will undertake a recognised EBVS (or equivalent) approved specialist training programme under the supervision of a recognised Specialist.

You will be an integral member of the referral hospital team, delivering advanced veterinary care while developing specialist clinical, professional, and academic competencies. This role involves managing complex cases under supervision, participating in out-of-hours and weekend duties, and actively engaging in teaching, research, and clinical governance activities.

Working Pattern

• 40 hours per week
• Day Shifts between 08:00am to 18:30

You Might Be a Great Fit If...

You are a highly motivated veterinary surgeon who is committed to developing specialist expertise within a structured training environment. You’ll bring:

• A Veterinary degree and registration with the RCVS, eligible for, or accepted onto, an EBVS (or equivalent) recognised residency programme
• A minimum of 2 years’ experience and a completion of a rotating internship, surgical internship or both.
• Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage a demanding workload
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams
• A reflective and self-directed approach to learning and professional development
• Resilience, adaptability, and the ability to perform effectively in a high-pressure clinical environment

How We’ll Support You

At inspiring vet care, we’re committed to supporting your clinical development and future career progression. When you join us, you’ll benefit from:

• A recognised specialist training position aligned to EBVS (or equivalent) standards
• Supervision, mentorship, and support from experienced Specialists
• Structured opportunities to develop advanced clinical, research, and professional competencies
• Exposure to complex and diverse caseloads within a referral hospital environment
• Clear career pathways with progression opportunities into Referral Vet, Head of Service, or specialist leadership roles
• A collaborative, values-led culture focused on learning, excellence, and continuous improvement

What We Offer Our Team

• Salary: £40,000 Per year
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Green Cars salary sacrifice scheme
• Voluntary benefits package
• Discounted staff pet care
• Access to discounts and cashback with hundreds of participating retailers

We’re committed to supporting our people through career development opportunities, wellbeing initiatives and access to world-class learning resources.

Whether you’re just starting out or looking to take the next step in your career, inspiring vet care offers the support, opportunity and community to help you grow.

Southern Counties Veterinary Specialists

At IVC Evidensia we are a committed to Diversity, Equality, Inclusion and Belonging, we are keen to hear from candidates from all minority and diverse groups. As a Disability Confident Employer, we are keen to hear from candidates with disabilities and long-term health conditions and would be happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process.

Any questions before applying?

Speak to Ryan Powell from our recruitment team who would be happy to help you with any questions you have before applying for this role.