Veterinary Practitioner - Small Animal
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Job summary
Raheny Veterinary Hospital in Co. Dublin is seeking a VCI registered veterinary surgeon to join a well-established, community‑oriented practice. The role combines clinical care with surgery and case management, in a supportive team that values work‑life balance.
This position offers a flexible footprint (full-time or part-time) with no out‑of‑hours requirement, a varied caseload, and opportunities for professional development as part of a forward‑looking clinic undergoing refurbishment.
Qualifications
- VCI-registered veterinary surgeon with ability to manage a varied caseload.
- Strong communication and teamwork are essential.
- An interest in surgery or specific clinical areas is a bonus.
- New graduates or those needing close day-to-day mentorship are not suited.
Responsibilities
- Balance of consulting, surgery, and case management in a busy first‑opinion clinic.
- Work across a varied caseload with time and support to thoroughly work up cases.
- Week includes a mix of consultancy and surgical days with typical 9:00–20:00 shifts.
- Protected admin time for case follow-ups and clinical discussions.
- No out-of-hours or on-call requirements; weekends shared fairly.
Skills
Job description
Salary €50,000 DOE
If you’re looking for a role where you can focus on delivering high-quality clinical care, work with a genuinely supportive team, and enjoy a varied caseload without out-of-hours demands - this could be the perfect fit.
If you’re looking for a role where you can focus on delivering high-quality clinical care, work with a genuinely supportive team, and enjoy a varied caseload without out-of-hours demands - this could be the perfect fit.
Raheny Veterinary Hospital is a long-established, community-focused practice with a strong reputation, now entering an exciting new phase with a full refurbishment of our facilities. This is a great opportunity to join a practice that blends clinical standards, continuity of care, and a positive working environment.
This position offers a balanced mix of consulting, surgery, and case management within a busy first opinion clinic. You’ll work across a varied caseload, with time and support to thoroughly work up cases and deliver excellent patient outcomes.
Your week will include a combination of consultation and surgical days, with shifts typically scheduled between 9:00am and 8:00pm. Protected time is built into the diary for admin, case follow-ups, and clinical discussions, allowing you to manage your workload effectively.
There is no out-of-hours or on-call requirement, and weekend work is shared fairly across the team.
We are a well-equipped and progressive practice, currently undergoing a full renovation to further enhance both our clinical capabilities and working environment.
Our facilities include diagnostic imaging, ultrasound, dental X-ray, endoscopy, and a full IDEXX in-house laboratory. With dedicated surgical and dental suites and separate wards, we’re set up to deliver a high standard of care across both routine and more complex cases.
We actively encourage thorough case work-ups, continuity of care, and the development of individual clinical interests, particularly in surgery and diagnostics.
What truly sets Raheny apart is our team. We are friendly, collaborative, and supportive, with a strong emphasis on communication and teamwork.
You’ll be joining a team that values high clinical standards while also recognising the importance of a positive and sustainable working environment - where people support each other and enjoy coming to work.
We’re seeking a VCI registered veterinary surgeon who is confident managing a varied caseload and enjoys both medical and surgical work.
You’ll be a strong communicator, a team player, and someone who thrives in a collaborative setting. An interest in surgery or a particular clinical area would be a bonus, but most importantly, you’ll bring a positive attitude and commitment to excellent patient and client care.
Please note: this role is not suitable for new graduates or those requiring close day-to-day mentorship.
We are ideally looking for a full-time vet working a 4-day week, but we are open to discussing part-time or flexible options for the right candidate. We aim to accommodate individual preferences where possible, balanced with the needs of the clinic.
We believe in investing in our people. In addition to a competitive salary and a long-term, stable role, you’ll benefit from:
- 22 days annual leave
- Additional holiday entitlement for your birthday
- Paid maternity, paternity, and adoptive leave packages
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Company Sick Pay & Bereavement Leave
- Access to EAP & Wellbeing Centre
- €1300 annual CPD allowance with 40 hours paid CPD leave
- Full funding for any Certificates / Diplomas / PhD’s you may want to pursue
- Opportunities for clinical and leadership progression
- VCI and VDS memberships fully covered
- Dedicated CARE fund - €1,100 annually to support exceptional cases
- Annual Pay Reviews
- Employer Pension Contributions
- Discounted Veterinary Fees across the IVC Evidensia network
- Free Flu Vaccinations
- Access to “Pawesome” Benefits - retail and lifestyle discount platform
- Opportunity to join company programmes (LGBTQ+, Wellbeing Champions, Nurses Committee, Clinical Board and many more)
At Raheny Veterinary Hospital, you’ll be part of a team that genuinely cares — about patients, clients, and each other. With exciting improvements underway and a supportive culture already in place, this is a great opportunity to build a rewarding and sustainable career.
If you’re ready to enjoy your work, grow your skills, and be part of a team that has your back — we’d love to hear from you.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
€50,000 DOE
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