Veterinary Internship – Surgery

Frank. Pet Surgeons, Leeds, Leeds, Yorkshire & The Humber

Discipline: Surgery

Full Time

£32,960, Plus Benefits

This is an exciting opportunity to join the frank. Pet Surgeons team in a 12- month internship based in Leeds, West Yorkshire. Our surgical intern program is aimed at motivated veterinary surgeons, who will play a key role in the management, monitoring, and treatment of our patients. This is an exciting opportunity for a recent veterinary graduate or an individual with equivalent experience to enhance their surgical skills in a dynamic and supportive environment. The selected candidate will work closely with our experienced surgical team, gaining hands-on experience in a variety of surgical procedures.

It is our mission to make specialist surgical care more accessible. Our specialist surgical teams are up to date with the latest surgical techniques, and routinely carry out highly complex surgeries, enabling us to confidently take on the most challenging cases. Everything we do is backed up by a unique Surgical Complications Guarantee that covers any complications arising from surgery within 6 months of the procedure. We have fixed price packages for all of our procedures.

IVC Evidensia is the UK and Europe’s leading veterinary care group, made up of over 900 practices and referral hospitals, united by a shared purpose of happier animals, happier owners.

At IVC Evidensia, we believe careers should be built without limits. Our people are supported to make more clinical impact, access more career opportunities, and play an active role in their local and professional communities. Through investment in learning, innovation, and wellbeing, we create environments where our teams can grow in confidence, capability, and fulfilment—at every stage of their career.

How You’ll Make a Difference

As a Veterinary Intern, you will gain valuable exposure to a referral or advanced clinical environment, working collaboratively with experienced veterinary surgeons, nurses, and support teams to deliver high-quality patient and client care.

This role is designed to support your clinical development, build confidence in managing more complex cases, and deepen your understanding of evidence-based veterinary medicine. You’ll actively participate in ward rounds, case discussions, and clinical governance activities, while being supported by senior clinicians and mentors.

Participate in surgical procedures alongside surgeons in the operating theatre

Assist with post-surgery discharge of pets

Conduct re-check appointments

Coordinate hospital processing for follow-up radiographs

Compose referral letters

Provide support to Out-Of-Hours (OOH) staff during on-call weeks

Discharge pets and admit emergency cases during weekend hospital shifts

Scrub into theatre for emergency procedures requiring immediate attention

You Might Be a Great Fit If...

You are a motivated and enthusiastic veterinary surgeon who is keen to develop their clinical skills within a supportive referral or advanced-care setting. You’ll bring:

A Veterinary degree and registration with the RCVS with experience working as part of a clinical veterinary team

Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise workload effectively

Clear and confident communication skills, with a collaborative approach to teamwork and a positive and proactive attitude to learning and development

An interest in evidence-based veterinary medicine and clinical best practice

Professionalism, resilience, and the ability to remain calm in a busy clinical environment

How We’ll Support You

At IVC Evidensia, we’re committed to supporting your clinical development and future career progression. When you join us, you’ll benefit from:

Structured exposure to a referral or advanced clinical environment with support and mentorship from experienced clinicians and hospital teams

Opportunities to participate in ward rounds, teaching sessions, journal clubs, and case discussions

Access to learning resources such as aspiring intern and resident webinars and referral learning content

A collaborative, values-led culture focused on care, learning, and continuous improvement

What We Offer Our Team

Healthcare Cash Plan

Cycle to Work scheme

Green Cars salary sacrifice scheme

Voluntary benefits: choose from a range of benefits to suit you

Discounted staff pet care

Access to discounts/cashback with hundreds of participating retailers

How to Apply

Submit your CV, cover letter, and references via the application link or directly email: ryan.powell@ivcevidensia.com

For more information, feel free to contact Ryan Powell in our Talent Team at 07816 202690 or via email at ryan.powell@ivcevidensia.com

Frank. Pet Surgeons, Leeds

Unit 8, Orbital Industry Park, Leeds, LS10 1AG, United Kingdom

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Animals treated

Dogs, cats & small pets

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At IVC Evidensia we are a committed to Diversity, Equality, Inclusion and Belonging, 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.

Any questions before applying?

Speak to Ryan Powell from our recruitment team who would be happy to help you with any questions you have before applying for this role.

Talent Partner

Ryan Powell

ryan.powell@ivcevidensia.com