Residency In Veterinary Ophthalmology at South Devon Referrals, United Kingdom.
South Devon Referrals is inviting applications from qualified veterinary surgeons for a three-year ophthalmology residency training program. This program will begin April 1st 2014 with the primary aim of training a Veterinary Ophthalmologist and preparing them for the European College of
Veterinary Ophthalmology (ECVO) qualifying examination. This residency program has been approved by the ECVO.
South Devon Referrals is situated just outside Exeter in South Devon, close to the coast and
Dartmoor. The practice is housed in new purpose-built facilities and sees a wide range of small animal, exotic and equine patients suitable for case exposure to fulfil the ECVO requirements. The successful candidate would be expected to take responsibility for inpatients, a clinical caseload
(medical and surgical cases) and a proportion of on call.
Applicants must
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Be a member of the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons, or eligible for membership.
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Hold a UK recognised veterinary qualification.
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Have clinical experience as a first opinion veterinary surgeon.
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Have a good command of the English language is imperative to be able to function in clinical situations and interact with staff members and clients.
In order to apply for this position please submit:-
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A personal statements describing your clinical background, reasons for applying for the residency and your career goals.
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Current curriculum vitae.
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Two letters of recommendation from senior colleagues, university staff or practitioners who worked directly with the candidate. The letter should detail previous clinical responsibilities, aptitude and performance in clinical situations, ability to communicate and work with others and aptitude in examination. The letter should be sent directly to South Devon Referrals by the letter writer, and should not be forwarded by the applicant.
Applications must be received by 17 January 2014.
Applications should be sent to:
Jim Carter
Abbotskerswell veterinary centre the old cider works, old cider works Lane
Abbotskerswell, Newton Abbot
Devon
TQ 12 5GH
United Kingdom
Questions regarding the residency program or the residency application process can be directed to
Jim Carter at abbotskerswellvet@btconnect.com or 01626 367972.