Stapeley Grange Veterinary Internships
Summer Veterinary Internship x 2
We will be offering 2 x seven month Summer internships at our Wildlife Centre and Cattery in 2015. We are looking for qualified veterinary surgeons, who are eligible for RCVS membership, and who have a keen interest in wildlife and exotic medicine.
The role is unpaid, but accommodation can be provided if required in a shared flat on site. Training will be provided in wild animal examination and triage, diagnostics, stabilisation, anaesthesia, surgery, medicine, parasitology, radiography, euthanasia and post mortem examination. Depending on caseload, some domestic surgical and medical training may also be provided. The role involves full time work in the wildlife hospital and on site cattery, and requires working shifts, including evenings and weekends. After an initial training period, there will be some degree of sole charge although there is always support available from experienced vets.
The role would suit a recently qualified vet, or someone who is looking for experience in order to further a career in wildlife and exotics. We are looking for an excellent team player, with confidence and enthusiasm who is keen to learn, and support our veterinary team during the busiest time of year.
The internship runs from 2nd March until 2ndOctober 2015, although this can be flexible for the right candidate.
Winter Veterinary Internship x 1
We are also offering 1 x four month winter internship from 1stSeptember 2014 until 2nd January 2015. The training provided and role itself are similar to the summer internships, but for a shorter period during the quieter season.
For further details or to apply for either internship please send a CV, completed application form and a cover letter to Bev Panto, Veterinary Officer at or phone on 01270 628755
We welcome ERASMUS, Leonardo Da Vinci and other overseas applicants.
The application process will include an interview. These will be conducted at the centre in Nantwich for UK based applicants, or via Skype for those candidates based overseas.
Veterinary Assistant
RSPCA Stapeley Grange Wildlife Centre and Cattery
Nantwich, Cheshire
The RSPCA has an exciting new opportunity for a veterinary assistant to join their expanding veterinary team at one of the UKs busiest wildlife rehabilitation centres.
This full time role involves weekends and some OOH. The caseload is 80% British wildlife, with 20% cats and exotics. Initially this is an 18 month contract with potential for long term extension.
Applicants should have at least 2 years in clinical practice, ideally with some wildlife and/or exotics experience. We are looking for a friendly, enthusiastic team player with excellent communication skills, and the confidence to work independently.
Teaching experience would be of benefit as the role involves regular work with students.
For more information, visit the RSPCA website: or contact Veterinary Officer -
Applications deadline 10th August 2014.
Interviews w/c 18th August 2014.
Start date 1st October 2014.
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VETERINARY INTERNSHIP APPLICATION
Please complete all sections of the form and attach any additional information in support of your application as necessary.
Please attach a brief 2 page CV detailing career to date.
Name:Veterinary Qualification and date of qualification:
Address:
Email Address:
Skype details/telephone number:
Current Job Title: / Internship applying for: Summer / Winter (delete as appropriate)
Accommodation required?
Eligible to apply for RCVS Membership?
Dates available:
1. Please state your reasons for applying for this position?
2. Please detail all relevant qualifications to date.
3. What relevant experience have you had in respect of this position?
4. Why do you consider yourself a suitable candidate for this position?
5. What do you hope to contribute to the veterinary team during your internship?
6. Surgical Competence:
i) How many unassisted cat spays have you carried out?
ii)How long on average does it take you to carry out a flank spay on a cat?
iii)How many unassisted cat castrates have you carried out?
iv) How long on average does it take you to castrate a cat?
v) Are you confident carrying out neuters of exotic species such as ferrets and rabbits?
vi) Do you have any experience of orthopaedic surgery?
vi)Please list other routine or common surgeries and procedures that you are confident carrying out:
Please elaborate if necessary or include any additional information in support of your application:
Signed...... Date......
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