Veterinary Internship, Internal Medicine and Oncology

About the Role

This 12-month discipline-specific internship is focused on Internal Medicine and Oncology at Vets Now Specialist Referrals in Glasgow. It starts on 05 April 2027 and offers a split rotation between the two disciplines, with close supervision from experienced ECVIM-CA specialists and highly experienced oncologists.

You will gain hands-on case involvement, including opportunities for primary case responsibility, and the role is suited to candidates aiming for a residency, working towards a certificate, or looking to strengthen their knowledge in Internal Medicine and Oncology. A 1:6 weekend rota cover is required within the out-of-hours setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Work alongside specialists to investigate and manage a wide range of Internal Medicine and Oncology cases.
• Take part in rotations across other disciplines or arrange externships in external hospitals.
• Contribute to seminars, journal clubs, and teaching opportunities.
• Participate in clinical research projects and independent study.
• Keep accurate medical records and maintain standards of patient and client care.
• Help support a positive, inclusive, and collaborative working environment.

Requirements

• A veterinary degree recognised by the RCVS.
• Registration with the RCVS, or eligibility to register.
• Eligibility to work in the UK, with visa sponsorship possibly available for discussion.
• At least one year of small animal practice experience.
• A rotating internship is desirable but not essential.
• Strong communication and English language skills.
• IELTS or TOEFL certification is desirable.
• Genuine interest in small animal Internal Medicine and or Oncology.
• High clinical standards, attention to detail, and professional integrity.
• A proactive, collaborative attitude and commitment to patient and client care.
• Availability for a 1:6 weekend rota cover within the out-of-hours setting.

Benefits

• Salary of £35,000 per annum.
• RCVS and VDS registration fees covered.
• Seven weeks annual leave, plus your birthday off.
• Pre-planned seminars, journal clubs, and ad hoc teaching opportunities.
• Paid CPD allowance and dedicated CPD time.
• Time set aside for independent study.
• IVC Discipline journal clubs.
• Support from a clinical mentor in Internal Medicine or Oncology.
• Opportunities for advanced procedural training, including endoscopy, bone marrow biopsy, and feeding tube placement.
• Access to 64-slice CT, fluoroscopy, and advanced endoscopy equipment.
• Up to 50% discounted staff pet care.
• Paid volunteering.

About the Practice

Vets Now Referrals Glasgow is described as a busy private referral hospital and first-opinion out-of-hours emergency provider in the heart of Glasgow. The team includes referral clinicians in Internal Medicine and Oncology who work closely with colleagues in Anaesthesia, Diagnostic Imaging, Emergency and Critical Care, Orthopaedics, and Soft Tissue Surgery, supported by a highly skilled nursing team.

The hospital hosts an EBVS residency programme in Emergency and Critical Care and a soon to launch Diagnostic Imaging residency, alongside established internship programmes. Internal Medicine is led by two ECVIM-CA specialists, while Oncology is delivered by residency trained medical oncologists and a specialist in Internal Medicine.