Referral Medicine Clinician

The Role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Referral Medicine Clinician to join our team!

You will be responsible for managing medicine cases to a referral standard, and for communicating with clients and referring vets. Referral clinicians are expected to perform their own diagnostic imaging (ultrasound and CT) with the support of colleagues and remote specialist interpretation.

The role will be part-time, either working Wednesday-Friday (3/4 of full time) or Thursday and Friday (1/2 of full-time). The weekend and weekday night on call rota is shared equally between referral clinicians, currently 1 in 6.

About Us

We offer referrals in small animal medicine, soft tissue surgery, orthopaedic surgery, medical neurology, spinal surgery, cardiology, ophthalmology and rehabilitation. We see referral cases from across the South West and South Wales. We have on site MRI, CT and separate modern surgical and medical endoscopy systems. Referral clinicians receive 6 weeks holiday per year plus bank holidays, RCVS renewal fees, medical insurance, CPD budget and 6 days CPD allowance. We have a small friendly team that work together to support each other.

About the Team and Culture

Our team of Advanced Practitioners consists of two medics and four surgeons. We have 9 Referral Nurses, some of which have certificates and the Advanced Nursing Diploma, with two nurses studying towards level 7 certificates. We have a visiting cardiologist and ophthalmologist.

Applicant Requirements 

Applicants must have Advanced Practitioner or Specialist status in Small Animal Medicine, ideally with a minimum of two years of post-qualification experience of managing complex medical cases. A high level of competence with ultrasound would be ideal, but further training in ultrasound and CT will be provided if necessary. Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Benefits - Subject to Pro Rata:

CPD paid days and allowance

L&D opportunities through the IVC Evidensia Academy

Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay

Private Medical Insurance

BVA Membership paid

VDS cover

Birthday leave

Discounted veterinary fees

Various discounts including retail & gym memberships

Cycle to Work scheme

Service-related company sick pay

Sponsorship for overseas employees

Initiatives focused on employee wellbeing

Relocation packages

Career progression opportunities

As a BAME and LGBTQ+ inclusive employer, 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.