Job Description
Surgical Internship VES is inviting applications for a one-year small animal surgical internship program at VES Hospital – Singapore’s largest multidisciplinary referral hospital with 24-hour Emergency and Critical Care. Why Join VES Hospital VES has a network of specialist-led referral practices, and you can benefit from comprehensive clinical training with direct mentoring. Other educational opportunities include participation in clinical research, journal clubs, formal presentations and lectures, and the ability to interact and consult with the largest team of veterinary specialists inSingapore. The Role You will work with 3 ECVS Specialist Surgeons in our surgical department under their guidance and direct supervision. You will: Collaborate closely in communication and handovers with other departments, including ECC, anaesthesia, internal medicine, diagnostic imaging, cardiology, neurology and oncology to ensure comprehensive and coordinated care. Assist in the full spectrum of surgical case management, including patient assessment, diagnostic work-up, surgical planning, intraoperative support, postoperative care and client communication across a variety of surgical cases. Participate in case rounds/discussions, inter-department journal club meetings and case presentations. Be encouraged to complete a publication by the end of your internship. Work an average of 5 days per week. Compensated for Out of Hours or night surgeries. This is a highly supported position with no primary case responsibility. It is a full-time, fixed-term (12-month) position with a monthly base salary. Criteria Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) or equivalent degree required. Eligibility for Singapore Vet Licence from AVS. Minimum of 1 to 2 years’ experience in small animal practice/have completed a rotating or specialty internship at a referral centre. Connect with our Surgeons for more information: Dr Jayson Tuan Jayson.Tuan@veshospital.com.sg Dr Naomi Shimizu Naomi.Shimizu@veshospi
