IVC Evidensia is the UK and Europe’s leading veterinary care group, made up of over 900 practices and referral hospitals, united by a shared purpose of happier animals, happier owners.

At IVC Evidensia, we believe careers should be built without limits. Our people are supported to make more clinical impact, access more career opportunities, and play an active role in their local and professional communities. Through investment in learning, innovation, and wellbeing, we create environments where our teams can grow in confidence, capability, and fulfilment—at every stage of their career.

 

About Pride Veterinary Referral Centre

Pride Veterinary Referral Centre is the central small animal hospital for Scarsdale Veterinary Group, supporting a network of 11 practices and a team of over 300 staff across the East Midlands.

As a large, multidisciplinary referral hospital, Pride offers a full range of specialist services including anaesthesia, diagnostic imaging, internal medicine, oncology, soft tissue and orthopaedic surgery, neurology, ophthalmology, and cardiology, alongside on-site hydrotherapy and physiotherapy.

The hospital provides 24/7 care supported by a dedicated night team and works closely with the University of Nottingham, with veterinary students rotating through both first opinion and referral services.

 

Key features include:

Multidisciplinary referral hospital with over 100 veterinary professionals
Established imaging team including ECVDI Diplomates, Radiographers, and Imaging Nurses
Advanced imaging facilities including:
Digital radiography
C-arm fluoroscopy
2 x GE ultrasound machines
16-slice GE CT
1.5T HDE MRI
Strong collaboration across services to support complex case management
Located in Derby with excellent transport links, close to the Peak District

How You’ll Make a Difference

 

As a Referral Veterinary Clinician in Diagnostic Imaging, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality ultrasound services within a busy multidisciplinary referral hospital.

You’ll work closely with clinicians across multiple disciplines to support complex case investigations, contributing to accurate diagnosis and optimal patient outcomes.

 

Key responsibilities include:

Performing and interpreting high-quality ultrasound examinations, primarily abdominal cases
Supporting additional imaging areas including musculoskeletal, cervical, and ocular ultrasound
Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to guide case management and diagnostics
Providing clinical advice and support to referring veterinary surgeons
Contributing to clinical governance, case discussions, and continuous improvement
Supporting and mentoring colleagues within the imaging service where appropriate

 

You Might Be a Great Fit If...

We’re looking for a clinician with a strong interest in diagnostic imaging and a passion for delivering high-quality care within a referral environment.

 

You’ll bring:

RCVS registration with experience in diagnostic imaging (ultrasonography)
Experience managing or contributing to imaging cases within a referral or busy first opinion environment with a strong imaging caseload
Advanced Practitioner status, residency training, or working towards a certificate in imaging would be advantageous, but not essential
Confidence performing and interpreting ultrasound cases, with support available to further develop your skills
Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
A commitment to clinical excellence, evidence-based practice, and continuous development

This role offers the opportunity to further develop imaging expertise within a well-established referral hospital, supported by an experienced multidisciplinary team.

 

Working Pattern

Full-time and part-time applications considered
Full-time colleagues typically work a 4-day week (8:30am – 6:00pm)
Participation in a 1 in 4 on-call rota
How We’ll Support You

 

At IVC Evidensia, we’re committed to supporting your ongoing development and wellbeing. When you join us, you’ll benefit from:

 

Clear career pathways with progression opportunities across referral, leadership, and specialist roles
Funded learning and development including access to IVC Academy training centres and programmes
£3,000 CPD budget plus 10 days paid CPD leave
£1,250 annual Care Fund for every vet
Opportunities to collaborate and share best practice with peers across the IVC Evidensia referral network
Support to develop clinical interests and expand your capabilities
A values-led culture focused on care, community, and continuous improvement

 

What We Offer Our Team

 

7.6 weeks’ holiday including bank holidays
Private medical insurance
Enhanced family leave and pay across maternity, paternity, adoption and surrogacy
BVA membership, VDS cover & RCVS fees
Cycle to Work and Green Car schemes (eligibility applies)
Retail discounts and cashback offers
Reduced-cost veterinary care for your own pets