Now recruiting for November 2025

Bridge Referrals places team work at the heart of our ethos.  We take pride in our dedication to offering the highest standards in veterinary care. We envisage developing a highly motivated team by investing in their training, career prospects, job satisfaction and wellbeing. We want to empower our staff to take pride in the service they provide and work to the best of their ability. We are committed to individual career advancement and dedicated to promoting a healthy work life balance.

Bridge Referrals are now looking to fulfil the following positions as we grow through 2025:

• Inpatient Kennel Nurse

• Veterinary Nurse – Rotational Role

• Client Care Administrator

• Internal Medicine Clinician

• Veterinary Nurse – Orthopaedic Surgery

• Small Animal Orthopaedic Surgeon – ECVS/ACVS Diplomat

Closing date for all current vacancies is Friday 28th November, 2025

5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays | Paid Birthday holiday | Paid lunch break | Generous sick and parental leave policies | Employer contribution pension scheme | CPD allowance + in-house training | Generous staff discount scheme | Cycle to work scheme

Salary: Starting at £29,700+ (depending on experience and qualifications)

 We are looking for a highly motivated full-time inpatient kennel nurse to join our growing team at Bridge Referrals. This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate and enthusiastic qualified Registered Nurse to be part of our high-quality practice environment. You will play a key role in our friendly team as we continue our journey to make Bridge Referrals the best in the region for our patients, clients, and staff.

We offer referral services in soft tissue, orthopaedics, internal medicine, neurology, ophthalmology, cardiology, and oncology.

About the role:

The position will involve all aspects of nursing care for inpatients. The ideal candidate will have the ability to work well under pressure and independently, with a positive attitude and a team-oriented approach. You will provide exceptional care to a mix of medical and surgical inpatients within a varied and dynamic veterinary hospital setting.

You will be part of a rolling rota, working 40 hours per week, including weekend and bank holiday shifts. Previous referral nursing experience is preferred, but we offer full training and support for areas that are unfamiliar.

Skills, Knowledge & Experience:

• A proactive attitude with the ability to work independently.
• Adaptability and a strong willingness to learn.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Highly motivated to provide excellent service to both clients and the hospital.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment under pressure.
• Competent IT skills.

We look forward to welcoming a dedicated professional to our growing team!

To apply for this position please email your CV with a covering note to [email protected]

5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays | Paid Birthday holiday | Paid lunch break | Generous sick and parental leave policies | Employer contribution pension scheme | CPD allowance + in-house training | RCVS and VDS fees paid | Generous staff discount scheme | Cycle to work scheme

Salary: Starting from £29,700+ (depending on experience & qualifications)

We are looking for a highly motivated, full-time Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our growing team at Bridge Referrals. This is an exciting opportunity to rotate across departments and gain hands-on experience in a range of referral disciplines.

You will become an integral part of Team Bridge, contributing to our mission of making Bridge Referrals the leading choice for patients, clients, and veterinary professionals across the North East.

About the Role:

This rotational nursing role involves working across various departments, including internal medicine, surgery, diagnostics, and ophthalmology. You’ll assist with surgical procedures, inpatient care, and the management of complex cases in a supportive, team-focused environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in planning and preparation for surgical cases
• Monitor anaesthesia and post-operative recovery
• Deliver exceptional inpatient care across all departments
• Maintain accurate patient records and ensure excellent communication
• Participate in CPD, research, team meetings, and in-house development
• Support new nurses during induction and mentoring
• Contribute to the smooth patient journey from admission to discharge

Skills and Experience:

• Registered Veterinary Nurse (RCVS)
• Strong communication and teamworking skills
• Adaptability and a proactive, positive attitude
• Able to work efficiently under pressure in a busy referral setting
• Confident with IT and clinical record keeping
• Referral experience desirable, but not essential

Interested?

If you’re keen to develop your nursing skills in a multidisciplinary setting and would like to know more about what the role involves, we’d love to have a friendly chat!

To apply for this position please email your CV with a covering note to [email protected]

5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays | Paid Birthday holiday | Paid lunch break | Generous sick and parental leave policies | Employer contribution pension scheme | CPD allowance + in-house training | Generous staff discount scheme | Cycle to work scheme

Salary National Living Wage 

We are looking for someone highly motivated and experienced to join the Client Care Team at Bridge Referrals, an established, multi-disciplinary veterinary centre.  As part of Team Bridge, you’ll be contributing to our continued growth and success, making Bridge Referrals the best in the area for both our patients and staff.

As the first point of contact for our clients and referring vets, the role of a client care administrator requires you to have excellent communication and customer service skills, a welcoming friendly manner and a love of pets and people.

The ideal candidate should work well in a team, and thrive in the varied environment of a veterinary centre. You should have a positive attitude, be used to working under pressure effectively with a high attention to detail, and in a fast-paced setting. We are looking for someone to make an important contribution to the effective delivery of administrative and customer care services here at Bridge Referrals. 

This full-time role is based on a 40-hour week, this will consist of two weekday shifts and every Saturday and Sunday. Previous reception experience, especially within a veterinary environment is preferred. 

Duties/Responsibilities

• Manage and deal with appointment bookings in a professional and efficient manner.
• Answer and make calls to veterinary practices, insurance companies and clients.
• Have a high level of attention to detail to make sure paperwork is completed and correct to support the team and wider business.
• Bereavement handling – offer emotional assistance to clients in sensitive situations.
• Show awareness of financial control within the practice and follow up with clients for outstanding payments.
• Keep waiting areas, consulting rooms, and offices, stocked and clean.
• Be courteous & polite when dealing with clients and colleagues.
• Work closely with clinicians, the nursing teams and management to maximise the efficiency of the hospital.
  

Skills, Knowledge & Experience

• A proactive attitude and ability to work independently.
• Adapt well to learning a new system if no previous experience.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Highly motivated to provide excellent service to clients and the hospital.
• Ability to work at a fast pace under pressure.
• Competent IT skills

To apply for this position please email your CV with a covering note to [email protected]

5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays | Paid birthday holiday | Paid lunch break | Generous sick and parental leave policies | Employer contribution pension scheme | Generous staff discount scheme | Cycle to work scheme  | Generous CPD allowance | Further study actively encouraged and funded

Salary: £75,000+ (depending on experience)

Bridge Referrals is a new purpose-built multidisciplinary independent referral centre. We are located in the North East of England with fantastic road and rail network links to the rest of the UK.  We take referrals from all over the north of England and are looking to expand our internal medicine department due to demand.

Bridge Referrals values are focussed on ensuring a happy, friendly working environment and supporting our team to work at their best to provide exceptional patient care.  We have put sustainability at the heart of Bridge Referrals to minimise our impact on the environment.  

We have a team of experienced clinicians in internal medicine and oncology, soft tissue surgery, orthopaedics, neurology, ophthalmology, cardiology and rehabilitation team with a close working relationship between the disciplines enabling smooth case management.  You will be supported by an exceptional team of experienced discipline-specific nurses, veterinary care assistants and friendly client care team. 

About the Role:

We are now looking for an additional clinician in Internal Medicine (RCVS advanced practitioner or Diploma holder or Board eligible) to work within our busy medicine department on a full or part time basis.

The position involves complete clinical freedom to manage a large and varied daily caseload. You will have hour-long consultations to fully discuss the options for investigation and treatment with the client. You will also provide support and friendly advice to our referring veterinary surgeons.  

You will have access to advanced equipment including CT, MRI (currently visiting until future full installation), three state-of-the-art ultrasound machines (which includes advanced portable bed-side ultrasonography), high resolution video endoscopy (bronchoscopy, gastroenteroscopy, cystoscopy and rigid endoscopy), fluoroscopy and digital radiography. There is a fully equipped ever-expanding in-house laboratory and we also work closely with our reference laboratory to allow thorough case investigation.  We have a dedicated chemotherapy suite and isolation facilities, and our anaesthetic equipment includes multiparameter monitoring, ventilator capability and a full array of syringe drivers and drip pumps.

The position is based on a 40-hour working week over four days, with 5 weeks holiday allowance plus bank holidays. You will also get a day’s holiday for your birthday. RCVS and VDS fees are paid and we offer a generous CPD allowance. This is a unique position where you will have the opportunity to develop and focus your skills in areas that you are interested in.  Further study and training is actively encouraged.  We have planned future expansion, including MRI installation and addition of further disciplines.  Salary is negotiable and commensurate with experience and qualifications.  

For a friendly chat about the position available please contact Toni Moon or Darren Long on 0191 580 8330.

To apply for this position please email your CV with a covering note to [email protected]

5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays | Paid Birthday holiday | Paid lunch break | Generous sick and parental leave policies | Employer contribution pension scheme | CPD allowance + in-house training | RCVS and VDS fees paid | Generous staff discount scheme | Cycle to work scheme

Salary £31,000+ (depending on experience and qualifications)

Orthopaedic Veterinary Nurse – Join Our Surgical Team at Bridge Referrals

• Are you an experienced and enthusiastic veterinary nurse with a passion for orthopaedic care?
• Do you thrive in a collaborative, supportive environment where your skills are valued and developed?

If so, we’d love to hear from you.

At Bridge Referrals, we’re looking for a dedicated Orthopaedic Veterinary Nurse to join our growing surgical team. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a multi-disciplinary team in a modern referral practice that puts patient care and staff wellbeing at the heart of everything we do.

About the Role

As a key member of our Orthopaedic Surgical team, you’ll be involved in all aspects of surgical nursing – from patient prep and theatre support to anaesthesia monitoring and post-op care. You’ll work alongside our experienced surgeons and nurses on a wide range of complex procedures.

This role offers excellent scope for skill development and clinical progression within a supportive and forward-thinking environment.

We’re Looking For:

• A proactive team player who enjoys working collaboratively in a multi-disciplinary environment
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with both clients and colleagues
• Someone who is enthusiastic, organised, and motivated to develop within a referral setting
• Flexibility to work a rolling rota, including some weekends and bank holidays

Why Join Bridge Referrals?

At Bridge Referrals, we are proud to offer:

• A friendly, inclusive and supportive team culture
• Opportunities for CPD and further training, including support for certificates
• Access to state-of-the-art facilities and advanced surgical equipment
• A strong emphasis on clinical excellence and patient care
• A real commitment to staff wellbeing and professional development

Take Your Career Further

If you’re a qualified veterinary nurse with a strong interest in orthopaedic surgery, this is a fantastic opportunity to take your career to the next level in a thriving referral practice.

Why Bridge Referrals?

At Bridge Referrals, we are committed to delivering the highest standard of care to both our patients and our staff. As part of our team, you will benefit from a supportive work environment with opportunities for continuous professional development. Our state-of-the-art facilities and experienced team make this an ideal place for veterinary professionals who are passionate about providing high-quality care and advancing their careers.

If you’re an experienced veterinary nurse with a passion for orthopaedic nursing, we would love to hear from you. This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking referral practice and take your career to the next level.

Apply Today!
If you’re excited about this opportunity and ready to make a difference, apply now to join our Orthopaedic Surgical team at Bridge Referrals.

To apply for this position please email your CV with a covering note to [email protected]

Bridge Referrals is a busy independent small animal referral hospital located in the North East of England, between the vibrant city of Newcastle-upon-Tyne and the beautiful city of Durham. There are excellent regional air/road/rail links to the rest of the UK and Europe.

We are looking for an experienced (and enthusiastic!) ECVS or ACVS boarded surgeon to help shape the future of our orthopaedic service. This is a brand new job role for Bridge Referrals, driven by significant and sustained growth of the orthopaedic caseload since the practice opened three years ago. A head-of-service role is a possibility for the right candidate. A surgeon who also has a passion for teaching would be of particular interest, to help oversee the training and development of our surgical interns (and hopefully residents) in conjunction with our specialist soft tissue surgeon.

Our experienced team is made up of EBVS & RCVS Specialists and RCVS Advanced Practitioners, offering referral services in orthopaedics, neurology, soft tissue surgery, internal medicine, oncology, ophthalmology and rehabilitation. At Bridge Referrals our core values focus on creating a happy, friendly, working environment and supporting our team to provide the highest standard of patient care.

In-house facilities include four dedicated operating theatres, 64-slice helical CT, C-arm fluoroscopy with Retina FD technology, Arthrex 4K HD arthroscopy and a wide range of orthopaedic and neurosurgical kits and implants. As an independent practice we are open to rapid investment in new implant systems and equipment as and when the clinical need arises, without the same restrictions and delays which are inherent to some veterinary business models.

To apply for this position, or to arrange an informal chat with one of the Directors or any of our current surgeons, please contact us at: [email protected].

To apply for this position please email your CV with a covering note to [email protected]