Pride Veterinary Referrals is a large, purpose-built, state-of-the-art referral hospital in Derby. The facilities include thirteen consultation rooms, seven hospital wards, five theatres, three ultrasound rooms, a cardiology suite, an advanced imaging suite with CT and MRI, interventional radiology capability, an endoscopy suite, hydrotherapy pool and treadmills, and a dedicated chemotherapy room. Pride Veterinary Referrals is set at the heart of the prize-winning Pride Park development, in amongst some amazing sporting facilities and commercial enterprises. The foothills of the Derbyshire Dales offer idyllic surroundings, whilst having the urban benefits of both Derby and Nottingham cities on the doorstep, as well as an international airport very close by.
About the Team and Culture
The successful candidate will work under direct supervision of anaesthesia specialists (1 ECVAA, 1 ACVAA, and 2 residency trained clinicians) to provide anaesthesia and analgesia for a varied surgical and diagnostic case load. We're part of a multicultural, fun team of clinicians, residents, rotating and discipline interns who support each other. Currently, the hospital offers specialist services in diagnostic imaging, soft tissue and orthopaedic surgeries, internal medicine, oncology, neurology, and ophthalmology. We also have an Advanced Practitioner led Cardiology service and a dedicated Rehabilitation team. The hospital is modern and spacious, and we’re lucky to have a very large and convenient prep area and office at the heart of the hospital.
Training and Development
You’ll receive training to manage anaesthesia and sedation of varied complexity and will gain competency in skills such as ultrasound guided locoregional blocks. You will always manage your own anaesthesia cases under the supervision of one of our clinicians. The internship program is aimed at preparing the candidate for a residency. However, desire to pursue a residency is not a requirement for the position.
Applicant Requirements
* Member of the RCVS at the time of starting the internship.
* Preferably completion of a Rotating internship.
* Proficiency in the English language, excellent communication skills, reliability, ability to work & think clearly under pressure, and good interpersonal skills.
* Will work an average of 32.5 hours per week over the duration of the Internship, including weekend and night cover, with appropriate time off in lieu.
* Holidays will be built into the rota.
Why Join Us?
Work‑life balance
* 6.6 weeks inclusive of bank holidays
* Additional holiday entitlement for your birthday
Wellbeing
* Private medical insurance
* Enhanced family‑friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay
* Employee assistance programme
* Access to an employee discount scheme
* Cycle to Work scheme
* Initiatives focused on employee wellbeing
* Non‑accidental injury support
Development
* £500 CPD allowance
* Learning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia Academy
* Access to Vetlexicon – our online encyclopaedia provider
* All our Vets & Nurses can apply for research funding
* All our Vets get £1250 per annum to spend via our Care Fund
* Infection Prevention and Control Programme
* Quality Improvement Programme
Professional Memberships
* VDS cover
* RCVS fees
* BVA fees
Additional
* Pawsome Benefits – reward gateway giving discounts and cashback with 100’s of retailers
* Pension – 5% Employee/3% Employer
* Discounted staff pet care
How to Apply
Please apply via the application link or email your CV, Cover letter and references to ryan.powell@ivcevidensia.com. If you can, we highly recommend that you visit us to meet the team and how we work. Please contact Ana (ana.delalamofoster@scarsdalevets.com) or Lucía (lucia.torres-canto@scarsdalevets.com) to arrange.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
Up to £33,000 per annum.
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