Medivet University of Edinburgh

27/03/2022

EMS opportunities with Medivet!

Medivet offers EMS in all of its branches, but for an enhanced experience please follow the link below to learn more about its EMS Champion scheme - for a supported and hands-on EMS experience.

You will meet with your mentor throughout your placement to discuss your targets.

https://careers.medivet.co.uk/early-careers/extra-mural-studies/ems-champion-clinics/

Some of the EMS Champion branches are the Medivet 24 hour hospitals too, if you’ve ever wanted to spend time in a hospital setting.

Our EMS placements can take place at a number of our clinics. Read through our list and find a practice near you.

15/03/2022

TONIGHT - 15th March at 6pm!!

Ophthalmology talk! Head to the Zoom for an informal talk about small animal Ophthalmology, open to all vet students.

Link:

https://medivet.zoom.us/j/3830585396?pwd=bWFDTCtpTEdMNSs2WkRaUU5nL2pyZz09

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03/03/2022

Emergency Medicine Talk at 6pm (Thursday 3rd March)!

Hear from lead vet Cara’s wealth of experience as she talks from experience in this field.

If you would like to attend please either go to “Events” on your Connectr account, or follow the Zoom link below:

https://medivet.zoom.us/j/3830585396?pwd=bWFDTCtpTEdMNSs2WkRaUU5nL2pyZz09

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01/03/2022

Another Graduate session tonight, starting at 6pm!

Go along if you have any questions to ask new graduates currently working for Medivet, or simply to hear more about the programme.

Link:

https://medivet.zoom.us/j/82578377684?pwd=Q0hCY0FDUXJ3a3hYSlc2VTg5emtvQT09

This is also accessible via Connectr if you’ve got an account!

Connectr link:

https://medivet.connectr.co.uk/earlycareers

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28/02/2022

Head over to Connectr tonight at 6:30 for the Graduate Programme Presentation! 💫

Connectr > Events

If you still haven’t created your Connectr account, please follow the link below!

https://medivet.connectr.co.uk/earlycareers

Connectr

22/12/2021

Merry Christmas!

Over the festive break is the perfect time to have a think about your first job as a vet. If you are yet to do so, signing up to Medivet’s Connectr platform could be a great place to start!

Follow this link to sign up:

https://medivet.connectr.co.uk/earlycareers/

If anyone has any questions over Christmas please send Georgie an email:

[email protected]

🎅🏽🎅🏽🎅🏽🎅🏽

02/11/2021

Graduate Development Programme talk in collaboration with the University of Surrey!

Where?: Zoom: link https://medivet.zoom.us/j/3830585396?pwd=bWFDTCtpTEdMNSs2WkRaUU5nL2pyZz09

When?: Tuesday 2nd November at 18:30

Join the talk to hear more about the exciting GDP that Medivet offers. Whether you’re thinking about your first job, or you’re just beginning your clinical teaching, this is open to all!

🐾

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24/10/2021

24/10/2021

Medivet will be running a virtual stall at the 2021 Virtual Careers Fair on Wednesday 27th October (this Wednesday!) between 2-4pm!

To access the Medivet content prior to this, and on the day of the Careers Event, go to LEARN>BVM&S COMMON RESOURCES>FUTURE CAREERS>VIRTUAL CAREERS FAIR 2021.

Medivet would love to engage with you there! There are also videos providing information surrounding Medivet's Graduate Development Programme.

Any queries please get in touch with the page or Georgie Rigg.

11/10/2021

Hello! I’d just like to introduce myself as Medivet Campus Ambassador! My name is Georgie and should you have any questions about Medivet in terms of their EMS placements, Graduate Development Programme or their website in general please get in touch! Either through messaging this page, contacting Georgie Rigg or emailing me at [email protected].

It has been so great to hear from lots of final years at Edinburgh about Medivet’s Graduate Development Programme and I would encourage you to get in touch with any further questions you may have.

In the meantime, I hope vet school is going well and I will post further info as time goes on!

30/04/2021

Dogs are social creatures and many experience separation anxiety when left alone. Learn how to spot the signs and how you can help.

29/04/2021

Important links to remember:

Connectr: https://bit.ly/2ZOnldU
Talk to a Vet about anything you want about life as a vet
Resilience Module
Events

EMS: https://careers.medivet.co.uk/early-careers/extra-mural-studies/
Many practices are open and currently taking EMS students.

Graduate Development Programme: https://careers.medivet.co.uk/early-careers/graduate-development-programme/
Open and looking for new grads to start this fall or next spring. Numerous openings still left, so check it out!

On our Graduate Development Programme, you’ll have one-to-one training and dedicated support to grow your confidence as a practising vet.

28/04/2021

We enjoy seeing all kinds of in practice; including Sassy, a Green-Cheeked Conure 🐦

She was treated for a broken leg at Medivet after she had a fight with a door - The team applied a splinted bandage and are confident she'll make a full recovery 😄

27/04/2021

Keep your pet - and house - free from parasites with regular flea, tick and worming treatments.

27/04/2021

I hope everyone has had a good break and had a bit of a chance to relax! Just a reminder that this is coming up on Thursday!

22/04/2021

Vaccinating your pet has many benefits and keeps your pet safe from potentially fatal diseases. Find out the benefits of getting them vaccinated.

15/04/2021

Your garden probably contains a few hidden dangers that can injure or poison your pet. Find out how you can keep them safe outside this spring.

14/04/2021

All the cuteness!!!!

13/04/2021

Dental disease is very common in rabbits and is often linked to what they eat, which is why keeping on top of their diet is really important.

13/04/2021

Medivet is holding an ECC case discussion. 29 April, 6PM

Please sign up here:
https://medivet.connectr.co.uk/earlycareers/events

16/03/2021

There are many benefits to puppy socialisation; the window of opportunity is small, so it's important to know what you need to do and when.

14/03/2021

Need some help with your CV? Medivet gave a CV talk last year and we recorded it!
Learn >> BVM&S Common Resources >> Future Careers >> CV Advice
If you have any questions, please feel free to email [email protected]

Q&A and Notes Doc: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1m4VWPFd52_cM6VeMlwgkNrxbGnM9i4tOWOVWXoqO-tg/edit?fbclid=IwAR1TH80_HTpdiW37-lZcltQwiSeFdE2MGmVWWYrb3l9bPO4QYU5ZnNooYoI

CV Workshop notes: Introduction: CV’s exist to try and sell yourself. Should try and stand out. Need to sell your unique blend and why you are the best person for the job. Keep CV’s simple, do not overcomplicate it with formatting. Font (Calibri, Arial), font size 10 or 12. Don’t be generic...

08/03/2021

Thinking about a job with Medivet? They've added more popular start dates for their Graduate Development Programme!

02-Aug-21
31- Aug 21
13-Sep-21
25-Oct-21
24-Jan-22
21-Mar-22
23-May-22
https://careers.medivet.co.uk/early-careers/graduate-development-programme/

On our Graduate Development Programme, you’ll have one-to-one training and dedicated support to grow your confidence as a practising vet.

04/03/2021

Join Medivet's Dr. Clive Mulins as he talks us through more exotics cases. Clive is a fantastic speaker, choosing really interesting cases and breaking them down to an understandable level.

10 March 7:30pm
Register for the event: https://medivet.connectr.co.uk/earlycareers/events/136

Connectr

01/03/2021

Perfect spot for a quick cat nap 💤🖨️

📸 'billie_and_finn_the_savannahs'

26/02/2021

Medivet is sponsoring the AWES 2021 Conference starting 1 March! https://www.animalwelfareandethicssociety.com/2021-virtual-conference

Our 4th annual Animal Welfare and Ethics Conference. Registration is free for all veterinary students. Join us in this upcoming online series where we cover multiple species and the way we interact with them.

15/02/2021

Most dogs are more than happy to keep going for walks whatever the weather and many of them will love frolicking in the snow, but it's important to take a little extra care of your dog when it's icy, snowy and freezing cold.

12/02/2021

Fleas are a common skin parasite that affect cats (& dogs), they aren't fussy about which species they live on or feed off. They can be incredibly uncomfortable for your cat and left untreated they can lead to more serious illnesses.

10/02/2021

Looking for EMS? Medivet is still taking EMS students.

https://careers.medivet.co.uk/early-careers/extra-mural-studies/

Our EMS placements support students at the start of their career journey and offer real-world insight into life as a veterinary surgeon.

09/02/2021

08/02/2021

The team at Medivet Dover - Burnham House Veterinary Surgery
recently took in three seals after they were rescued from the East Kent beaches. After an incredible week of exceptional care and nursing, veterinary nurse Georgia delivered the seals to the British Divers Marine Life Rescue seal sanctuary in Cornwall.
Hear Georgia and lead vet, Jeremy, speak about their incredible journey with the seals on BBC Radio Kent https://bbc.in/2YNtXbl (skip to 24 mins in)
"We do really feel that every animal has the right to a good life" - Lead Vet, Jeremy Stattersfield MA VetMB MRCVS

05/02/2021

The EMS Committee of Major Vet Employers Group has put together some online EMS sessions.

Sign up at https://www.thewebinarvet.com/pages/virtual-learning-undergraduate-vet-students/

04/02/2021

Don't forget to vaccinate :)

02/02/2021

Medivet is sponsoring Vet Student Wellbeing Week. Check it out for activities going all week.

https://www.facebook.com/vetstudentwellbeingweek/

A week with lots of virtual events to prioritise and promote mental wellbeing for veterinary students in the UK.

01/02/2021

Pets are proven to help reduce stress and anxiety and, in many homes, they play a vital role in easing loneliness. Dogs in particular can contribute to cardiovascular health as well as a social side when you're out walking with them.

29/01/2021

Interested in a career with Medivet? Medivet hosts a Graduate Development Programme!
Check it out here: https://careers.medivet.co.uk/early-careers/graduate-development-programme/

Want to talk to someone about working at Medivet?
Sign up here: https://medivet.connectr.co.uk/earlycareers/
You can connect with mentors who would be happy to answer any of your questions about graduation and beyond!

Connectr

28/01/2021

A big thank you to our practice teams for looking after pets at this time. As you can see they’re wearing full PPE to keep everybody safe 😷

Please always socially distance and wear a face mask or covering (unless medically exempt) when you attend an appointment. Your patience and understanding are appreciated

25/01/2021

Bunny cuddles and Happy Monday!

This lovely duo recently visited Medivet 🐰

like Charlee and Winston are much like other pets; they're social, inquisitive and should be fully vaccinated to stay healthy and protected.

22/01/2021

When Logan, a five-year-old golden retriever, ate a face mask on a walk with his owner, he was rushed into Medivet Thorpe Bay Shoebury Rd to remove it.