Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal - Surgical Focus

Vet Record Careers; Clonmel; On-site; EUR 100,000 - 125,000; Part time

Job summary

A prominent veterinary hospital in Tipperary is looking for a part-time Veterinary Surgeon to focus on small animal surgeries. The role offers flexibility and no out-of-hours work, allowing for a better work-life balance. Candidates should have experience in surgical procedures and a passion for animal care. Competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package are offered, including CPD funding and a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Annual CPD allowance

Paid maternity, paternity, and adoptive leave

Employee Assistance Programme

Discounted veterinary fees for pets

Qualifications

• Qualified Veterinary Surgeon with a license to practice.
• Strong interest and experience in small animal surgery.
• Ability to work flexibly and collaboratively in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Focus on small animal surgery without out-of-hours duties.
• Work collaboratively with the veterinary team to provide excellent care.
• Engage in continuous professional development.

Skills

Surgical skills

Confidence in small animal procedures

Teamwork

Education

Degree in Veterinary Science

Job description

Overview

Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal (Surgical Focus)
Southview Veterinary Hospital, Tipperary
Permanent, Flexible Part-Time
Start Date: November 2025
Salary: Up to €45 per hour (depending on experience)

Love surgery? Looking for flexibility? At Southview, you'll have the freedom to focus on what you enjoy most - small animal surgery - without the burden of out-of-hours.

About The Role

We're looking for a Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon with a strong interest in surgery to join our friendly team at Southview Veterinary Hospital.

This is a part-time, flexible position - ideally around 21 hours per week, but we're very open to tailoring the hours to suit you. Whether you are looking to balance childcare, reduce your weekly hours, or prefer a regular working pattern, we will do our best to accommodate.

• No out-of-hours, Sundays, or bank holidays
• 1 In 3 Saturdays (shared rota, with TOIL or paid hours to balance workload)
• Protected time off - we take work-life balance seriously
• Focus on surgery - develop your surgical skills in a supportive, well-equipped hospital
• Career growth supported - we'll fund certificates, diplomas, or even a PhD if you wish

This role would suit a vet with a solid GP experience and confidence in small animal surgical procedures, who is excited about the chance to refine their skills further in a supportive, well equipped environment.

About Us

At Southview Veterinary Hospital, we've been proudly serving our community since 2003. Our team of 6 vets, 4 nurses, and 7 support staff work closely together in a genuinely collaborative environment.

We're equipped with modern diagnostic tools, in-house lab facilities, imaging, and fully equipped theatres so you can practice to a high standard. Alongside our strong focus on small animal care, we also provide specialist services in Cardiology, Physiotherapy, and Reproduction, including a dedicated hydrotherapy suite.

With one of our vets focusing on orthopaedic surgery, this is an exciting chance to complement that expertise by developing your own surgical skills, particularly in soft tissue surgery, with plenty of opportunity for case variety and collaboration.

Community matters to us too - we actively support charities such as PAWS and TNR programmes.

Located in scenic Tipperary, our practice offers easy access to Cork, Limerick, and Waterford. With the Blueway cycle track and River Suir nearby, it's a great place to enjoy life outside of work as well.

Comprehensive Benefits Package - Subject To Pro Rata

Work Life Balance & Wellbeing

• 6.4 weeks annual leave, inclusive of bank holidays
• Additional holiday entitlement for your birthday
• Paid maternity, paternity, and adoptive leave packages
• Protected time off through a well-structured shared out-of-hours rota
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Full access to Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) and Wellbeing Centre
• Paid bereavement leave and company sick pay
• Free annual flu vaccinations

Professional Development & Career Growth

• €1300 annual CPD allowance with 40 hours paid CPD days (pro rata)
• Funding opportunities for certificates, diplomas, or PhD's
• Support for career progression in both clinical and non-clinical pathways
• Paid VCI registration and VDS cover

Additional Perks

• Annual pay reviews aligned with experience and performance
• Dedicated CARE fund: €1,100 annually per Vet to support patient cases ensuring successful outcomes (T&Cs apply)
• Pawesome Benefits scheme offering discounts and cashback with hundreds of retailers
• Employer pension contributions
• Discounted veterinary fees for your own pets across the IVC Evidensia network
• Opportunities to participate in company initiatives including LGBTQ+ support groups, Wellbeing Champions, Nurses Committe, and Clinical Board

Equal Opportunity Employer

Southview Veterinary Hospital is proud to be an inclusive employer, welcoming applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those from BAME and LGBTQIA+ communities. We are a Disability Confident Employer and encourage candidates with disabilities or long-term health conditions to apply. We are committed to making reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process to ensure accessibility.

Ready to Apply?

If you're a Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon looking to focus on surgery, with the chance to develop your soft tissue skills alongside a colleague with a passion for orthopaedics - all in a supportive hospital with no on-call - we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and discover how a flexible, surgery-focused role in a friendly, forward-thinking hospital can transform your career.