Veterinary Internship

Veterinary Internship - Internal Medicine
- Hamilton Specialist Referrals, High Wycombe, South East
- Discipline: Internal Medicine
- Full Time
- £35,000, Plus Benefits

**The Hospital**:

- Hamilton Specialist Referrals is a purpose built state-of-the-art veterinary hospital which provides the latest in cutting edge, specialist treatments for cats and dogs, supported by an exceptional rehabilitation and physiotherapy facility. Located in modern facilities, we are based in High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire, within easy reach of London, Oxford, the Chilterns, and Cotswolds. The hospital is five minutes from the M40 and located near major airports. We deliver world-class clinical services, with a clear focus on recruiting the people that make that a reality. Hamilton Specialist Referrals was born of the belief that there is room for a new wave of veterinary excellence across the UK. Unparalleled clinical care, delivered in a friendly and supportive manner to referring vets, is paramount to the team. The hospital is operational 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, and facilities include on-site 1.5T MRI and CT scanner suites, a variety of joint replacement systems, electrodiagnostics, and a full complement of the latest radiography and arthroscopy equipment.

**Focus On Your Future**:
Interns are encouraged to openly engage in case discussions with senior supervising clinicians, residents, and the senior nursing team, and should contribute to a positive, informative, respectful, and inclusive environment for all. Attention to detail, particularly in maintaining accurate records and written correspondence, is also a key component of this role. The internship runs for 12 months and covers varying shifts to suit the needs of the hospital, including 1:4 weekends cover for Neurology and HDU services, and occasional OOH work.

Teaching is an essential component, with interns expected to participate in scheduled didactic seminars and lectures, M+M rounds, and weekly journal clubs and radiology rounds.

Interns will openly engage in case discussions with the senior supervising clinicians, residents and senior nursing team and should contribute to a positive, informative, respectful, and inclusive environment for all. Attention to detail, particularly with maintaining accurate records and written correspondence is also a key component of this role.

**Applicant Requirements**:

- The new team members should be proactive, enthusiastic team players, who use their own initiative and should be highly self-motivated. Prior rotating internship experience, the ability to work independently as well as under supervision, excellent communication, and interpersonal skills, as well as the ability to multi-task with a flexible approach to working are essential.

**Because Our Employees Matter**:
We recognise that our people are fundamental to the success of our business. Investing in our people, premises and processes is at the heart of what we do. In addition to a competitive base salary, you will benefit from:
**Work-life balance**:

- 6.6 weeks annual leave, inclusive of bank holidays.
- Additional holiday entitlement for your birthday

**Wellbeing**:

- Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay.
- Private Medical Insurance.
- Cycle to Work scheme.
- Initiatives focused on employee wellbeing, including discounted gym membership.
- Non-accidental injury support.

**Development**:

- £1000 CPD allowance with 40 hours paid pro rata.
- Learning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia Academy.
- All our Vets get £1250 per annum to spend via our Care Fund.
- Infection Prevention and Control Programme.
- Quality Improvement Programme.

**Professional Memberships**:

- BVA Membership.
- VDS cover.
- RCVS 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**:
The start date for this internship is 30th June 2025 onwards. (Later start dates can be discussed)
- If you are a team player, wishing to make a difference, aspiring to work in a fun and nurturing environment with professional support, development opportunities and a strong focus on employee wellbeing, then we’d love to hear from you
- Hamilton Specialist Referrals
- Cressex Business Park, Halifax Road, High Wycombe, HP12 3SD, United Kingdom

**Animals treated**
- Small animals

**Any questions before applying?**:
**Talent Partner**:

- Ryan Powell