Experienced Veterinary Surgeon – Cork

Veterinary ST; Ireland; On-site; EUR 44,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

VCI registration fees paid

CPD funding

Pension scheme

Health cash plan

Gym membership subsidy

Additional annual leave

Job summary

The Vet Office in Cork, Ireland, is seeking an Experienced Veterinary Surgeon to join a modern, upgraded small animal practice at Mahon Point. The role offers a varied caseload across consultations, surgery, diagnostics and prevention, with a supportive team and opportunities to develop surgical and medical skills.

Salary is €44,000–€55,000 gross per year DOE, and benefits include VCI registration fees paid, CPD funding, pension, health plan, and generous leave.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of small animal veterinary experience.
• VCI registration is essential.
• Strong consultation and surgery skills.

Responsibilities

• Consultations with clients and patients.
• Routine surgery and post-operative care.
• Medical case management and treatment planning.
• Diagnostics and imaging including X-ray/ultrasound.
• Dentistry and preventive healthcare.
• Hospitalised patient care and monitoring.

Skills

3+ years' small animal experience

VCI registered

Excellent communication skills

Team collaboration

Tools

Digital X-ray

Ultrasound

In-house Laboratory

Dental X-ray

Job description

Mahon Point, Cork, Ireland

€44,000–€55,000 DOE

Recently upgraded Small Animal Practice

X-Ray | Ultrasound | In-House Lab | Dental X-Ray

The Vet Office is recruiting an Experienced Veterinary Surgeon to join a modern and recently upgraded small animal practice in Mahon Point, Cork.

This is a great opportunity for a vet with 3+ years' experience looking for a well‑equipped clinical environment, a varied caseload and the opportunity to continue developing their medical and surgical skills.

The Clinic

The practice has recently been upgraded and offers excellent facilities, including:

• 4 consultation rooms
• Separate dog ward
• Separate cat ward
• Isolation facilities
• Dedicated operating theatre
• Digital X-ray
• In-house laboratory
• Ultrasound
• Dedicated dental suite
• Dental X-ray

The facilities allow vets to investigate and manage a wide range of cases in-house before considering referral.

The Role

You'll manage a varied small animal caseload across:

• Consultations
• Routine surgery
• Medical case management
• Diagnostics and imaging
• Dentistry
• Preventative healthcare
• Hospitalised patients

You’ll have responsibility for your own cases while working collaboratively with the wider veterinary and nursing team.

Salary

€44,000–€55,000 gross/year, depending on experience.

Who We're Looking For

We're looking for a Veterinary Surgeon who:

• Has 3+ years' small animal experience
• Is VCI registered
• Is confident with consultations and routine surgery
• Can independently investigate and manage cases
• Has strong clinical and communication skills
• Enjoys working collaboratively
• Wants to continue developing professionally

Benefits

The package includes:

• VCI registration fees paid
• VDS indemnity fees paid
• Funded CPD
• CPD allowance
• Certificate funding
• Training programmes and webinar series
• Pension scheme
• Health cash plan
• Gym membership subsidy
• Additional annual leave with service
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoptive benefits
• Free pet health plan
• Paid charity day
• Statutory sick pay
• Bike to Work Scheme

Interested?

If you're an experienced Small Animal Vet looking for your next opportunity in Cork, we'd love to hear from you.

Veterinarians currently based elsewhere in Ireland or EU-qualified vets considering relocating to Ireland are also welcome to get in touch.

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Contact The Vet Office for a confidential conversation about the position.

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Candidates must be legally eligible to work in Ireland.