Veterinary Referral Clinician - Internal Medicine

Job Overview

An opportunity has arisen for an Internal Medicine Clinician to join our existing highly competent team. Full and part‑time rota patterns will be considered, with a minimum of 3 days per week. Your role will involve investigating and managing a wide variety of internal medicine cases, and communicating with clients and referring vets.

Bath Veterinary Referrals is a well‑established multidisciplinary referral centre based at Rosemary Lodge Veterinary Hospital in the World Heritage City of Bath. We offer referrals in small animal medicine, soft tissue surgery, orthopaedic surgery, neurology, spinal surgery, cardiology, ophthalmology and rehabilitation.

The internal medicine team are experienced in all aspects of feline and canine medicine. We work closely alongside our surgical team and are also actively involved in the diagnostic imaging of our own cases. We are involved in the investigation and treatment of oncological and neurological cases and have a dedicated team of referral nurses assisting us with the inpatients. We also have a separate large and modern cattery which is ICC (International Cat Care) accredited, located on a different wing to reduce stress in our feline patients.

At Inspiring Vet Care, our people are at the heart of everything we do. As the UK’s number one vet care provider, we are trusted with the care of over 2 million animals, delivering our purpose of healthier animals and happier owners.

Responsibilities

You will join a team of seven Advanced Practitioners and help develop the referral service and deliver outstanding patient and client care. You will also demonstrate a passion for supporting the development of colleagues through mentoring, supervision, and knowledge sharing. Your contribution will support efficient running of the service, maintain high clinical standards, and continuous improvement.

You will also support an Advanced Practitioner trainee who will rely on you for guidance, and participate in an on‑call rota (3–4 days per week, 9.5 hours per day, totaling 28.5–38 hours per week).

You will be expected to investigate, diagnose, and treat internal medicine cases in both feline and canine patients, and collaborate with referring veterinarians and multidisciplinary teams.

Qualifications

• A Veterinary degree with RCVS registration, and Advanced Practitioner status.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with referring vets, clients, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Experience supporting, mentoring, or supervising colleagues.

Support & Development

• The opportunity to work within a well‑supported referral hospital environment with complex and rewarding caseloads, high‑quality facilities, equipment, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Support to maintain Advanced Practitioner status and stay at the forefront of clinical practice.
• Funded learning and development, including access to IVC Academy training centres and specialist programmes.
• A collaborative, values‑led culture focused on care, learning, and continuous improvement.

Benefits

• 7.6 weeks of annual leave, inclusive of annual leave.
• £2,000 CPD allowance with 40 hours paid CPD leave pro‑rata.
• Healthcare Cash Plan.
• Cycle to Work scheme.
• Green Cars salary sacrifice scheme.
• Voluntary benefits: a range of benefits to suit you.
• Discounted staff pet care.
• Access to discounts/cashback with hundreds of participating retailers.

We’re committed to supporting our people through career development opportunities, wellbeing initiatives, and access to world‑class learning resources. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to take the next step in your career, Inspiring Vet Care offers the support, opportunity and community to help you grow.

Competitive salary.