Job Description

We are looking for a boarded Internal Medicine clinician to join our established team on a part-time basis for an initial period of 12 months. The ideal candidate will work a minimum of 3 days per week Wednesday to Friday, with the working hours typically 8.30am to 6pm. You will be part of the on-call rota which is shared amongst the team and is well supported by residents and interns.

About Us

Pride Veterinary Referrals is part of IVC Evidensia. We are the small animal referral hospital for the Scarsdale Veterinary Group, a multi-disciplinary practice employing over 300 staff across 10 sites in the East Midlands. We offer specialist led services in anaesthesia, diagnostic imaging, internal medicine, soft tissue and orthopaedic surgery, neurology, oncology, and ophthalmology. We also provide an advanced practitioner led cardiology service, and on-site physiotherapy and hydrotherapy services.

The hospital provides 24/7 veterinary care, supported by a dedicated night team. We have 5 operating theatres, a full imaging suite with X-Ray, CT, MRI and Ultrasound, and an on-site Laboratory. We work closely with the University of Nottingham, with the veterinary students rotating through first opinion and referral services at Pride.

We are located at the edge of Derby city centre with good transport links to major cities via road and rail network. East Midlands Airport and Birmingham International Airport offer convenient access to domestic and international destinations. The amazing Peak District National Park is just around the corner where there are lots of walking, climbing, and sightseeing opportunities.

About the Team and Culture

The experienced, friendly team of 100+ veterinary professionals at Pride deliver Specialist led care, collaborating to provide the best possible outcome for all our patients. The team provides referral services to external veterinary professionals and to our own first opinion vets. Alongside this, there is a Vets at Night service, well established leadership structure, and support functions such as Client Care, HR, and facilities management. Our Internal Medicine team is currently made up of 3 Diplomates, 4 Residents and 2 Interns, alongside a dedicated Medicine Nursing team.

Applicant Requirements

We are looking for an ECVIM Diploma holder who can become a pivotal member of our team. Our new colleague will enjoy teaching and supervision, collaborating with colleagues from other disciplines, and contributing to the overall strategy of the hospital. They will be enthusiastic about providing advice and delivering CPD to our referring vets. They will thrive on the excellent service we provide to clients and of course the care that we give to our patients.

Why Join Us?

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 salary, you will benefit from:

Work Life Balance7.6 Weeks annual leave (Pro rata) Additional holiday entitlement for your birthday


WellbeingPrivate 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


Development3000 CPD allowance and 10 days paid (Pro rata) Learning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia Academy Access to Vetlexicon - our encyclopaedia provider All our Vets and Nurses can apply for research funding All our Vets get 1000 per annum to spend via our Care Fund Infection prevention and control programme Quality Improvement Programme


Professional MembershipsBVA Membership VDS Cover RCVS Fees


AdditionalPawsome Benefits - reward gateway giving discounts and cashback with 100's of retailers Pension scheme Discounted staff pet care

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