The Role

Rosemary Lodge Veterinary Hospital are looking for a highly motivated and enthusiastic RVN to join their friendly referral team on a 6-month contract.

With on-site CT, MRI, digital radiography, arthroscopy, endoscopy, laparoscopy, and in-house diagnostics, it is a great opportunity to expand your knowledge and skills. You will have the opportunity to work with dedicated orthopaedic and soft tissue surgeons, alongside internal medical clinicians.

The successful candidate will work alongside the medical and surgical teams. There would be no nights or weekends, unless you choose to work overtime. There is a call rota which would be 1:9 weekends on call between 8am – 8pm. For this, you get a £50 retainer fee plus x1.5 pay if you get called into work.

The position is open to both full-time or part-time applicants, with a starting salary of £26,000 FTE (1 year qualified and based on 40 hours). Shift pattern is between 8am and 7pm, with usually 9.5 or 10-hour shift.

About Us

Rosemary Lodge Veterinary Hospital is situated on the outskirts of the beautiful City of Bath, with easy access into the City and surrounding countryside. We are a first opinion and referral hospital with on-site CT, MRI, digital radiography, dental radiography, arthroscopy, endoscopy, laparoscopy, in-house diagnostics, and separate feline and canine wards.


About the Team and Culture

We pride ourselves on our friendly working environment and our focus on staff wellbeing. Staff are actively encouraged to develop their skills and knowledge via in-house learning and CPD. We work closely with several local charities and staff the vet suite at Bath Cats and Dogs Home. We are a sociable group and have previously arranged many staff outings and activities, including sporting events and craft evenings.

Applicant Requirements

We are looking for a registered RVN with at least 1 year of experience within referrals.


Benefits – Subject to Pro Rata:

  • Increasing holiday based on length of service
  • CPD paid days and allowance
  • L&D opportunities through the IVC Evidensia Academy
  • Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay
  • Birthday leave
  • RCVS Membership paid
  • VDS cover
  • Discounted veterinary fees
  • Various discounts including retail & gym memberships
  • Cycle to Work scheme
  • Service-related company sick pay
  • Initiatives focused on employee wellbeing
  • Relocation packages
  • Career progression opportunities
  • As a BAME and LGBTQ+ inclusive employer, we are keen to hear from candidates from all minority and diverse groups. As a Disability Confident Employer, we are keen to hear from candidates with disabilities and long-term health conditions and would be happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process.