Veterinary Surgeon | Internal Medicine Focus | East London | Up to £72,000
East London, United Kingdom
Global Veterinary Careers is proud to be supporting a leading veterinary hospital in East London as they look to recruit a Veterinary Surgeon with a strong interest in Internal Medicine.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a vet who has completed, or is currently working towards, a certificate in Internal Medicine and is looking to develop their career within a busy hospital environment. With access to a diverse caseload, advanced diagnostic equipment, and a highly experienced multidisciplinary team, this role offers an outstanding platform for clinical growth.
Key Highlights
✅ Salary up to £72,000 DOE
✅ Internal Medicine-focused position
✅ Certificate holders or those studying towards a certificate encouraged to apply
✅ Extensive ultrasound and endoscopy caseload
✅ State-of-the-art hospital facilities
✅ 4-day working week
✅ Large and supportive clinical team
✅ Advanced diagnostics including CT
✅ Excellent CPD allowance and benefits package
The Opportunity
You’ll be joining a busy veterinary hospital that provides first-opinion, emergency, critical care, and referral services to a large network of surrounding practices.
The successful candidate will work closely with an experienced medical team, providing investigative and diagnostic support across a varied and challenging caseload. This role would particularly suit a Veterinary Surgeon keen to focus on internal medicine while maintaining involvement in a collaborative hospital setting.
The caseload offers regular exposure to complex medical investigations and advanced diagnostics, making it an ideal opportunity for those looking to further develop their expertise in medicine, endoscopy and ultrasonography.
Key Responsibilities
• Managing a varied internal medicine caseload
• Undertaking consultations and diagnostic investigations
• Performing and interpreting advanced diagnostic procedures
• Utilising endoscopy, ultrasound, radiography and laboratory diagnostics
• Delivering evidence-based treatment plans
• Maintaining high clinical standards and regulatory compliance
• Working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary hospital team
• Supporting a culture of clinical excellence and professional development
Facilities
You’ll have access to an impressive range of on-site facilities, including:
• CT scanner
• Endoscopy suite
• Advanced ultrasound equipment
• Commercial laboratory
• Digital imaging services
• Specialist surgical support
• Orthopaedic and soft tissue surgery services
• Minimally invasive surgical capabilities
The Team
You’ll be joining a highly experienced team consisting of:
• Approximately 25 Veterinary Surgeons
• 27 Registered Veterinary Nurses
• 14 Student Veterinary Nurses
• 7 Veterinary Care Assistants
• Dedicated front-of-house support team
• Experienced clinical leadership and management structure
This collaborative environment provides excellent support and learning opportunities, with mentorship readily available from senior colleagues.
Working Pattern
• Average 40 hours per week
• 4-day week
• 6-week rolling rota
• 1 in 3 Saturdays
• 1 in 6 Sundays
• Up to 2 Bank Holidays per year
• Participation in a last-resort on-call rota approximately every 2 weeks
What’s On Offer
• Salary between £45,000 and £72,000 DOE
• 6.6 weeks annual leave including Bank Holidays
• Private Medical Insurance
• Up to £2,000 CPD allowance annually
• Up to 5 paid CPD days
• Relocation assistance available
• Excellent clinical development opportunities
• Support towards certificate study and career progression
• Access to advanced hospital facilities and specialist support
Location
Based in East London, this role offers the convenience of excellent transport links while benefiting from access to green spaces, independent cafés, restaurants and local amenities. With easy access to central London, the surrounding area offers a fantastic balance between city living and outdoor lifestyle opportunities.
Interested?
For a confidential discussion and further information about this Internal Medicine opportunity, contact Global Veterinary Careers today.