Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal

Inspiring Vet Care; Wicklow; On-site; EUR 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation support

Clinic vehicle included

CPD allowance

Professional fees covered

Job summary

Wicklow Veterinary Clinic in Wicklow Town is seeking an experienced Veterinary Surgeon for a predominantly small animal practice with light mixed duties. The role offers flexibility as a full-time or part-time permanent position, a supportive team, and the chance to develop clinical interests while maintaining work-life balance.

The package includes a salary from €60,000+ DOE, relocation support, and a clinic vehicle.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon in first-opinion practice.
• Ability to manage a varied caseload including diagnostics, medicine and surgery.
• Full, clean driving licence is essential for on-call rota.

Responsibilities

• Consultations, diagnostics, medicine and surgical procedures for small animals.
• Occasional large animal exposure within a primarily small animal role.
• Share on-call rota; flexible full-time or part-time arrangements.

Skills

Small animal surgery

First-opinion practice

Client relationship building

Job description

Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal (with Light Mixed OOH)

Wicklow Veterinary Clinic

Full-Time or Part-Time | Permanent

Salary from €60,000+ DOE (FTE) | Relocation Support

Clinic Vehicle Included

A Small Animal Role with Variety, Flexibility and Support

Wicklow Veterinary Clinic is seeking an experienced Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon to join our friendly, progressive team. This is an excellent opportunity for a confident vet who enjoys first-opinion practice, values continuity of care, and is looking for a role that offers genuine flexibility, strong clinical support, and a great work-life balance.

This position is primarily focused on small animal practice, with a varied caseload of consultations, diagnostics, medicine and surgery. There is also a small element of mixed animal involvement, making it a great fit for a vet who enjoys occasional large animal exposure while maintaining a predominantly companion animal caseload.

Whether you're looking to further develop a particular clinical interest or simply want to be part of a supportive and collaborative team, we're happy to help shape the role around the right person.

A Supportive, Well-Equipped Practice

Based in Wicklow Town, our purpose-built clinic is modern, spacious and fully equipped to support a high standard of patient care. You'll be joining a close-knit team of experienced vets, nurses and support staff who genuinely enjoy working together and supporting one another.

We pride ourselves on creating an environment where clinical standards are high, communication is open, and everyone feels valued. You'll have the autonomy to manage your own cases while benefiting from the support and knowledge of experienced colleagues whenever needed.

A Varied Small Animal Caseload

This role offers an excellent mix of consultations, medical work and surgery, providing plenty of variety throughout the working week. You'll have the opportunity to build strong relationships with clients, follow cases through, and enjoy the continuity of care that comes with being part of a trusted local practice.

We welcome applications from vets with interests in surgery, diagnostics, medicine or other areas they would like to develop further. Clinical interests are actively encouraged and supported.

A full, clean driving licence is essential due to participation in the shared on-call rota.

Flexibility and Work-Life Balance

We understand that flexibility is important and are happy to consider both full-time (40 hours per week) and part-time working arrangements.

The on-call rota is shared fairly across the team and includes one weeknight per week and one in four weekends. While the role is predominantly small animal, there is a light mixed-animal component during out-of-hours cover. Time off in lieu is provided following weekend on-call commitments.

Our aim is to provide a rota that is sustainable, supportive and allows you to enjoy life outside of work.

Live and Work in Wicklow

Wicklow offers an exceptional quality of life, with beautiful beaches, mountains and outdoor activities right on your doorstep, all while remaining within easy reach of Dublin. It is the perfect location for anyone looking to combine a rewarding veterinary career with a balanced lifestyle.

What We Offer

Alongside a competitive salary from €60,000+ depending on experience, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, development and long-term career.

This includes generous annual leave with birthday leave, paid family leave, company sick pay, and access to wellbeing supports such as an Employee Assistance Programme, Cycle to Work scheme and retail discounts.

You'll also benefit from a dedicated CPD allowance with paid CPD days, funding for further qualifications, clear career progression pathways and professional fees covered. Additional benefits include employer pension contributions, a funded CARE allowance for clinical cases and discounted veterinary care for your own pets.

Relocation support is available for those moving to the area.

A Role You Can Grow Into

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established and supportive practice where you can develop your skills, enjoy a varied small animal caseload and build lasting relationships with both clients and colleagues.

If you're looking for a role where you'll feel trusted, supported and valued, while enjoying the benefits of working within a friendly and progressive team, 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 judgement. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

From €60,000+ DOE