Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon – Lusk, Co. Dublin

Veterinary ST; Dublin; On-site; EUR 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health cash plan

Pension scheme

Gym membership subsidy

VCI registration fees paid

VDS indemnity fees paid

Generous funded CPD

Training programs

Additional annual leave with service

Maternity/paternity/adoptive benefits

Free pet health plan

Charity day

Statutory sick pay

Bike to Work Scheme

Job summary

The Vet Office in Lusk, North Dublin is recruiting an Experienced Veterinary Surgeon to join a well-established, friendly small animal practice. You will work within an experienced team on a varied caseload, with the autonomy to manage cases while receiving expert support.

This role offers a 4-day week (Wednesdays off) with 1 in 2 Saturdays and 1 in 13 Sundays at the Ashbourne clinic, a salary of €48,000–€60,000 gross per year, and a comprehensive benefits package including health cash plan,

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in small animal practice.
• Confident with consultations and routine surgery.
• Ability to independently manage clinical cases and work within a team.
• Commitment to ongoing clinical development and client care.
• VCI registration is required and eligibility to work in Ireland.

Responsibilities

• Conduct consultations and routine surgeries.
• Diagnostics and independent case management with team support.
• Manage own cases while collaborating with the veterinary team.

Skills

Small animal experience

Consultations

Surgery

Education

VCI registration

Job description

Lusk, Co. Dublin, Ireland

€48,000–€60,000 DOE

4-day working week | Wednesdays off

Established Small Animal Practice

The Vet Office is recruiting an Experienced Veterinary Surgeon to join a well-established and friendly small animal practice in Lusk, North Dublin.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a vet with 3+ years of small animal experience looking for a stable position, a supportive team and an excellent work-life balance while continuing to develop their clinical interests.

The Role

You will join an experienced and collaborative veterinary team with a varied small animal caseload.

The position includes consultations, routine surgery, diagnostics and independent case management, with the opportunity to investigate and manage cases within the practice before referral where appropriate.

You'll have the autonomy to manage your own cases while having the support of an experienced clinical team around you.

Working Hours

4 days per week

Wednesdays off

1 in 2 Saturdays - open to discussion

Only 1 in 13 Sundays, based at the Ashbourne clinic

A schedule designed to offer genuine time away from work alongside a full-time veterinary career.

Salary

€48,000–€60,000 gross per year, depending on experience.

Benefits

• Health cash plan


• Pension scheme


• Gym membership subsidy


• VCI registration fees paid


• VDS indemnity fees paid


• Generous funded CPD


• Certificate funding available


• Training and webinar programmes


• 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

Who We're Looking For

We're looking for a veterinarian who:

• Has 3+ years' experience in small animal practice


• Is confident with consultations and routine surgery


• Can independently manage clinical cases


• Enjoys working collaboratively within a veterinary team


• Is motivated to continue developing clinically


• Is committed to excellent patient and client care

VCI Registration Is Required.

Candidates must also be legally eligible to work in Ireland.

Why Consider This Role?

This is an opportunity to join an established clinic with a friendly, experienced team and strong local client base, while maintaining an excellent work-life balance.

You'll have a varied caseload, modern facilities and the opportunity to develop your own clinical interests and contribute to the continued growth of the practice.

All enquiries are treated confidentially.