About the Job

The Role: Avian and Exotic Internship Opportunity

Join our dynamic team at Great Western Exotics, a leading exotic animal specialty hospital located in Swindon. We are currently seeking enthusiastic candidates for avian and exotic internships. As a seven-vet, 100% exotic animal practice, our caseload encompasses Avian, Small Mammal, Reptile, and various zoological collections.

Why Choose Great Western Exotics:

– Specialized Training: Benefit from our long-established post-graduate training program, hosting a ECZM (avian) program in the UK. Past interns have successfully transitioned into prestigious exotic/zoo medicine residency programs.

– Diverse Caseload: Encounter a wide range of avian and exotic cases, preparing you for a rewarding career in exotic animal practice or progression into the ECZM residency program.

– Structured Internship: Our one-year internship program is meticulously structured, evolving each year with a strong emphasis on mentorship and professional development. Additionally, interns will have the opportunity to pursue CertAVP Zoological Medicine.

About Us:

Our state-of-the-art hospital has recently undergone extensive renovations, boasting an impressive equipment list and facilities, including four dedicated exotic animal wards, two theatres, computer tomography, fluoroscopy, both rigid and flexible endoscopy, ultrasonography, and radiography suites.

Applicant Requirements:

-Background: Candidates with experience in both practice and small animal rotating internships are encouraged to apply. We also welcome exceptional new graduates.

-Commitment to Excellence: Interns will actively participate in out-of-hours rota, including weekends.

-Professional Membership: Applicants must be, or be eligible to become, a Member of the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons.

How to Apply

If you are passionate about exotic animal medicine and seek a challenging yet rewarding internship experience, we want to hear from you. Submit your application, including a cover letter and CV, to the link provided or email our Ryan Powell on [email protected]

Application deadline: 30/09/2024

Start date: 03/02/2025

Join Great Western Exotics and embark on a fulfilling journey in avian and exotic medicine!