Dermatology Intern

Southfields Veterinary Specialists are currently recruiting a Dermatology intern who is registered with the RCVS.
The position is for one year with a fixed term contract of employment. You will be part of the clinical dermatology team and work daily in close coordination with an ECVD specialist in our stunning new purpose-built hospital.
Southfields is a large multi-disciplinary veterinary referral centre in Essex, UK, with Diploma- holders in multiple disciplines including oncology, neurology, orthopaedics, soft tissue, anaesthesia, medicine, ophthalmology, dermatology, and exotics, with residents in many of these disciplines.
We currently have access to a brand new Storz video-otoscope and will be soon introducing portable video-otoscopy. Intradermal skin tests are available along with a Phovia photobiomodulation system.
The Dermatology Intern position offers the candidate the opportunity to:
• Learn how to conduct a dermatology consultation and communicate with the referring veterinarian
- Learn how to perform a dermatological examination including otoscopy
- Become comfortable performing, preparing and interpreting dermatological complementary exams (skin scrapes, coat combings, skin and ear cytology, trichoscopy.)
-Learn how to perform and interpret intradermal skin testing
-Learn how to perform ear flushes and myringotomy procedures
• Develop specific communication skills with pet’s owners regarding chronic skin and ear diseases
Work within the multi-disciplinary team and develop skills in written and oral communication.
What kind of person you need to be?
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
Specific experience/qualification/status requirements
You must fulfil the following requirements:
• Completed a recognised rotational internship, ideally in the UK
• Have an excellent command of written and spoken English
• Maintain a professional and caring approach in all aspects of your work
• MRCVS registered (or eligible)
To apply please submit your current CV and letter of intent.
• Applications close on 26/02/24
• Candidates will be shortlisted, and interviews will commence in the beginning of march 2024
Benefits
• 5 weeks holiday + bank holidays + Birthday Leave
• RCVS & VDS fees paid
• External CPD funded
• Extensive free online Linnaeus CPD program
• Career progression opportunities
• Staff discount schemes
• Life Assurance
• Enhanced sickness pay
• Enhanced equal family leave
• Employer contribution pension scheme
• Wellness program including:
o Employee assistance program
o Eyecare voucher scheme
o Free annual Flu jab
o Cycle to work scheme
• Recruitment referral reward scheme
About us
Southfields is the new name in 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.
Southfields is ideally located for easy access to both coast and countryside as well as the bright lights of Central London. Stansted, Gatwick and Heathrow airports are all within an hour’s drive.