Veterinary Internship into Residency - Surgery

Vets Now Referrals Manchester and East Neuk Veterinary Centre offer a unique dual-site residency opportunity in small animal surgery. Vets Now Referrals Manchester is a busy multi-disciplinary referral hospital with soft tissue and orthopaedic caseloads, supported by Internal Medicine and Emergency & Critical Care specialists. East Neuk Veterinary Centre is a high-volume orthopaedic referral hospital on the east coast of Scotland, with modern facilities and over 1,000 primary cases per year. 

Together, these hospitals provide an ECVS-approved dual-site residency programme, giving residents comprehensive exposure to diverse surgical caseloads across two highly experienced teams. 

Focus on your Future     

This four-year residency programme provides structured training in small animal surgery, combining hands-on clinical experience, mentorship, and opportunities for research and professional development. 

Residents will rotate between Manchester and East Neuk in six-month blocks, gaining exposure to both soft tissue and orthopaedic surgery, contributing to weekend emergency cover, and participating in academic projects. 

This residency is ideal for candidates aiming to become a specialist surgeon, strengthen surgical skills, and prepare for ECVS board examinations. 

About the Services 

Small Animal Surgery

Residents gain extensive experience in both orthopaedic and soft tissue surgery within supportive, specialist-led teams across two complementary hospitals. 

Vets Now Referrals Manchester

Multi-disciplinary hospital with dedicated theatres, intraoperative fluoroscopy, on-site CT, laparoscopy and thoracoscopy. Residents benefit from internal referrals and a 24-hour emergency service supported by ECC clinicians and interns. 

East Neuk Veterinary Centre 

High-volume orthopaedic referral hospital with modern facilities and over 1,000 primary cases per year. Situated on the east coast of Scotland, with Edinburgh within commuting distance. 

Key Responsibilities 

As a Small Animal Surgery Resident, you will: 

• Participate in the planning, diagnosis, and surgical treatment of referral cases. 
• Develop skills in both orthopaedic and soft tissue surgery. 
• Work collaboratively with colleagues from Internal Medicine, Emergency & Critical Care, and Oncology. 
• Contribute to research projects, case discussions, journal clubs, and teaching opportunities. 
• Maintain accurate clinical records and uphold the highest standards of patient care. 
• Engage positively in inclusive, collaborative team discussions.
• Provide weekend emergency cover as part of the rotation schedule. 

Requirements 

To be eligible, you must: 

• Hold a veterinary degree recognised by the RCVS. 
• Be registered (MRCVS) or eligible for registration. 
• Have a minimum of two years’ clinical experience post-graduation, ideally including a rotating internship in a multidisciplinary referral centre. 
• Be eligible to work in the UK. 
• Demonstrate strong communication, collaboration, and time management skills. 
• Remain calm under pressure while providing compassionate, professional care. 
• Candidates without an internship will be considered if they can demonstrate equivalent clinical experience. 
• Candidates requiring visa sponsorship may be able to be considered  

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 where you will benefit from: 

Salary 

• £35,000 for year 1 – increasing to £40,000 for years 2 to 4.  

 Work-Life Balance 

• 6.6 weeks annual leave, including 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. 
• Cycle to Work scheme. 
• Initiatives focused on employee wellbeing. 
• Non-accidental injury support. 

Development

• 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. 

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 

Submit your CV, cover letter, and references via the application link or directly by email to: 

kris.reilly@ivcevidensia.com 

Key Dates 

*Applications Open: 16th January 2026 

*Application Deadline: 5th February 2026 

*Interviews: Mid-February 2026 

*Start Date: 1st July 2026 

Take the next step in your surgical career with Vets Now Referrals Manchester and East Neuk Veterinary Centre, and gain specialist-led training in a dynamic, multi-disciplinary hospital environment.