If you are a current Linnaeus Associate, you will need to apply internally. In order to do this, please contact our Talent Acquisition team (details can be found via The Link) and someone will be in touch to discuss and progress your application.

Your role and responsibilities

Our clinical training internship in veterinary neurology is a one-year programme. The programme includes clinical neurology and neurosurgery, and you will have primary case responsibility for emergencies. You will participate in an out of hours on-call rota for neurological and neurosurgical emergencies. The clinical training programme is well supported by 5 Neurology clinicians , 2 ECVN residents and rotating general interns. The team is assisted by 3 dedicated neurology nurses and a neurology PCA

Facilities include on-site MRI, computed tomography, fluoroscopy, electrodiagnostic system including video EEG, and radiation therapy. Specialists in internal medicine, orthopaedic and soft-tissue surgery, cardiology, oncology, radiation therapy, anaesthesia, ophthalmology, radiology and exotic animals will also support the programme.  

Teaching and clinical research is also emphasised, the programme includes daily clinical rounds and bi-weekly journal club, book reading and resident seminar series

You need to be a highly motivated self-starter with: 

The ability to work as part of a team and individually An inclination to learn, and develop your skills  A desire to provide the best clinical service to all our patients and clients A good sense of humour 

You must fulfil the following requirements:  

Completed a recognised rotational internship, ideally in the UKHave an excellent command of written and spoken English Maintain a professional and caring approach in all aspects of your work MRCVS registered (or eligible) 

Job Type: Fixed Term 12 months

Hours: 5 days a week + nights and weekend on call

Application closing date 10th Feb 2025. Interviews March 2025. Starting the job in July 2025

Benefits

5 weeks holiday + bank holidays + Birthday LeaveRCVS & VDS fees paidExternal CPD fundedExtensive free online Linnaeus CPD programCareer progression opportunitiesStaff discount schemesLife AssuranceEnhanced sickness payEnhanced equal family leaveEmployer contribution pension schemeWellness program including:Employee assistance programEyecare voucher schemeFree annual Flu jabCycle to work schemeRecruitment referral reward scheme

About us

Southfields is the referral services. It’s a very exciting time to join a forward-thinking and highly motivated team that has the support of the Linnaeus Group, providing significant investment in providing new innovative services, a contemporary state-of-the art working environment and commitment to personal and career development. With an excellent support team in place, you’ll be able to concentrate on what you do best in a friendly and supportive practice.

At Linnaeus, we are committed to supporting the physical and mental health of all our Associates. We have an amazing team of Mental Health First Aiders (MHFA) across our practices and central support office in addition to a confidential Employee Assistance Programme which is available for everyone.

We are proud to be Linnaeus, part of Mars.

Linnaeus is a forward-thinking group of highly respected primary care and specialist referral practices in the UK and Ireland. Being family owned and part of Mars Veterinary Health, the largest veterinary company in the world, allows us to focus on advancing the veterinary profession to provide industry-leading pet care and unique career opportunities for our people.

Why Linnaeus?

-    We pride ourselves in offering high-quality excellence of service and clinical care for our clients and their pets

-    We lead on sustainability and collectively drive positive change for people, pets and the planet

-    We prioritise your mental health and wellbeing – valuing equity, diversity and inclusion

-    We support your personal and professional development with best-in-class career frameworks and training programmes. We will empower and support you to grow your career from day one.

We team up within our Mars family in partnership for a stronger future.

Linnaeus is an equal-opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. We treat each other fairly and equitably and we are committed to fostering a culture that is inclusive and diverse for all our Associates.

At Linnaeus, A BETTER WORLD FOR PETS starts with a better world for our people.

If you would like to apply for this role, please click the ‘Apply’ button or for more information or please reach out directly to our Talent Acquisition team at careers@linnaeusgroup.co.uk