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Veterinary Equine Residency - Surgery
Oakham Veterinary Hospital, Equine, Oakham, East Midlands
Discipline: Equine
£34,000, Plus Benefits
We have an exciting opportunity for an equine surgical resident to join the team at Oakham Veterinary Hospital, Clinical teaching associate to the University of Nottingham School of Veterinary Medicine and Science. This is an ECVS approved residency of 3 years duration.
Focus On Your Future
You will be supervised by two experienced boarded surgeons and a diagnostic imaging team who are supported remotely by boarded radiologists for image interpretation. Our colleagues from the University of Nottingham contribute to our internal medicine service with three ECEIM boarded specialists and one ACVIM specialist. In addition we have a boarded sports medicine specialist in our team.
Residents are supported by a team of 3 interns and an exceptionally talented and dedicated nursing team that have more than 150 years of experience.
About Us
We are an IVC hospital practice with purpose built and well-designed full facilities including 2 GA theatres, a standing theatre, MRI, Scintigraphy and excellent standing/pre/post/intraoperative CT. There is an excellent and varied case load including many high-level competition horses. We strive to combine the best of private hospital practice with the research and teaching opportunities of academia.
Rutland is the smallest and arguably prettiest county in England, with a rich equestrian heritage, and central location ideal for competition clients and accessibility for travel. Moreover, the region has excellent schools and outdoor leisure facilities.
The team at Oakham Veterinary Hospital is made up of 11 veterinary surgeons, plus 4 University of Nottingham clinicians along with 3 interns and a 15-person team of nurses and yard staff.
What Is Required
All applicants must be a member of the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (MRCVS) and have a veterinary degree that allows registration with the RCVS without statutory examination.
Applicants are required to have completed a recognised internship program or have the equivalent experience.
The surgical resident will work on a 1:2 OOH surgery rota.
Because our employee's matter
At Oakham Equine, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We invest in our team, our facilities, and our future. Along with a competitive salary, you’ll enjoy a range of benefits designed to support your wellbeing, professional growth, and work-life balance.
Work Life Balance
•6.6 weeks’ annual leave (including bank holidays)
•Your birthday off, paid
Wellbeing
•Private medical insurance
•Cycle to Work scheme
•Wellbeing initiatives and non-accidental injury support
•Pension scheme (5% employee / 3% employer)
•Discounted staff pet care
•Pawsome Benefits reward – discounts and cashback with hundreds of retailers
Development
•Generous CPD allowance
•Access to the IVC Evidensia Academy for training and development
•Online learning via Vetlexicon
•£1,000 annual IVC Care Fund for all vets
•Research funding opportunities
•Infection Prevention & Control and Quality Improvement programmes
Professional Memberships
•RCVS fees
•VDS cover
We’re proud to be an inclusive employer. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, including those from BAME and LGBTQ+ communities. As a Disability Confident Employer, we’re happy to discuss reasonable adjustments to support candidates with disabilities or long-term health conditions during the recruitment process.
How to Apply
Submit your CV, cover letter, and references via the application link or directly email: ryan.powell@ivcevidensia.com
For more information please contact Neal Ashton (neal.ashton@oakhamvethospital.co.uk) or Julia Dubuc (julia.dubuc@oakhamvethospital.co.uk)
Applications are open until Friday 16th January and interviews will take place in late February/early March with the position starting July 2026.
Oakham Veterinary Hospital, Equine
Ashwell Road, Oakham, Oakham, LE15 7QH, United Kingdom
Animals treated
Farm animals
Equine
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.