Graduate Veterinary Surgeon, Full Time, Dublin or Cork

Village Vets; Dublin, Cork; On-site; EUR 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health cash plan

Pension scheme

Gym membership subsidy

Free pet health plan

Paid charity day

Additional leave

VCI Registration & VDS fees paid

Funded CPD & training support

Sick pay

Maternity/paternity/adoptive benefits

Bike to work

Job summary

Village Vets in Dublin is inviting a Graduate Veterinary Surgeon to start their career in a high‑quality small animal practice. You will receive structured mentoring, ongoing CPD, and support to build confidence as you gain clinical independence.

This role emphasizes diagnostic care, client communication, accurate records, and teamwork, with a comprehensive benefits package and funded CPD to aid your professional development.

Qualifications

• MVB or equivalent degree and eligibility for VCI registration.
• New graduate or soon-qualified veterinary surgeon seeking structured early‑career support.
• Strong communication skills and a client‑focused approach.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment with good time management and organisation.
• Commitment to CPD and professional development.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, treat, and care for patients to Village Vets’ high standards with appropriate support.
• Investigate and manage cases within the practice before referral, according to experience level.
• Share responsibility for patient care, including effective handover and follow‑up.
• Maintain accurate medical records and safely prescribe and dispense medications under guidance.
• Communicate clearly with clients about diagnostics and treatment plans, delivering an excellent client experience.
• Promote Pet Health Plans and Pet Insurance.
• Work collaboratively with the wider team to maintain high standards of care and clinic presentation.
• Complete required administrative tasks and ad hoc duties in line with VCI and CPD requirements.

Skills

Communication skills

Team player

Client-focused

Time management

Willingness to learn

Education

MVB or equivalent

VCI registration eligibility

Job description

Location: Village Vets Clinics in Dublin or Cork

Report to: Lead Vet

Salary: €40,000 per annum

About the Role

This is an excellent opportunity for a Graduate Veterinary Surgeon to begin their career in a high‑quality small animal practice. At Village Vets, we are committed to helping new graduates build confidence through structured support, mentoring, and ongoing CPD.

About the role

• Diagnose, treat, and care for patients to Village Vets’ high standards with appropriate support.
• Investigate and manage cases within the practice before referral, according to experience level.
• Share responsibility for patient care, including effective handover and follow‑up.
• Maintain accurate medical records and safely prescribe and dispense medications under guidance.
• Communicate clearly with clients about diagnostics and treatment plans, delivering an excellent client experience.
• Promote Pet Health Plans and Pet Insurance.
• Work collaboratively with the wider team to maintain high standards of care and clinic presentation.
• Complete required administrative tasks and ad hoc duties in line with VCI and CPD requirements.

About You

• Newly qualified or soon‑to‑qualify Veterinary Surgeon with MVB (or equivalent) and eligibility for registration with the Veterinary Council of Ireland (VCI).
• Strong interest in starting your career in a supportive, progressive small animal practice.
• Enthusiastic, motivated, and eager to learn, with a positive and professional attitude.
• Comfortable handling routine consultations and procedures, with support and mentoring available as you grow in confidence.
• Good communication skills and a client‑focused approach.
• Able to work well in a fast‑paced environment with good time‑management and organisation.
• A team player who values collaboration and is happy to ask questions and seek guidance.
• Committed to high standards of animal welfare, clinical care, and professional development.
• Keen to participate in CPD and further education as your career develops.

What’s in it For You… At a Glance

In addition to our fabulous teams and supportive environments, we’re proud to offer a benefits package that supports our team’s wellbeing, growth, and families:

• Health cash plan
• Pension scheme
• Gym membership subsidy
• Free pet health plan
• Paid charity day
• Additional leave with service
• VCI Registration and VDS Indemnity fees paid
• Funded CPD including, allowances, webinar series, new graduate programme, training platform access, and certificate funding
• Statutory sick pay
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoptive benefits
• Bike to work scheme

You must be legally eligible to work in Ireland