Veterinary Surgeon - Cork area

IVC Evidensia Group; Cork; Hybrid; EUR 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading veterinary practice in Cork is seeking an experienced Veterinary Surgeon for a roving role across several clinics. The ideal candidate will enjoy a dynamic work environment, covering consultations and surgeries while maintaining a work-life balance. A competitive salary of up to €65,000 and a company car are offered, alongside a commitment to professional growth and excellent patient care.

Benefits

Enhanced annual leave entitlement

Paid maternity, paternity, adoptive leave

Annual CPD allowance + 5 paid CPD days

Employer pension contributions

Discounted veterinary fees

Qualifications

• Experienced Veterinary Surgeon with solid surgical competency.
• Confident working independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Cover a mix of consultations and surgical procedures across multiple sites.
• Manage responsibilities with some sole charge work.
• Maintain a healthy work-life balance while traveling between practices.

Skills

Surgical competency

Excellent communication skills

Team collaboration

Flexibility to travel

Job description

Sunbeam Veterinary Hospital, Northpoint, Northpoint

Covering Location across: Sunbeam Veterinary Group, Animal Care Vets, Westside Vets, and occasional cover at Killarney Allcare Vets

Hours: 40 hours per week, across 5 days

Salary up to €65,000 DOE & Company car provided

Are you an experienced Veterinary Surgeon looking for variety, flexibility, and the chance to work with some fantastic teams across the Cork area? We have an exciting opportunity for a Roving Vet Surgeon to join IVC Evidensia, supporting a group of well-established practices including Sunbeam Veterinary Group, Animal Care Vets, Westside Vets, and occasional cover at Killarney Allcare Vets.

This is a dynamic role, ideal for a confident and adaptable vet who enjoys working across different teams and clinical settings while maintaining a healthy work–life balance. You’ll be supported by dedicated nursing and support teams and will have access to excellent facilities across all sites.

About the Role

Working up to 40 hours per week across 5 days, covering a mix of consultations and surgical procedures, with some sole charge work involved, so strong clinical and leadership skills are desirable, willing to travel across multiple sites in the Cork region (company car provided and provides an opportunity to gain exposure to a wide variety of cases and working environments

About You

• Experienced Veterinary Surgeon with solid surgical competency
• Confident working independently and as part of a collaborative team
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Flexible and willing to travel between practices across the region
• Self-motivated with a genuine passion for delivering exceptional patient and client care

We care, we dare, we share

At IVC Evidensia, we bring people together to make animal care better through collaboration, innovation, and compassion. We’re proud to invest in our people, supporting clinical excellence and professional growth at every stage of your career.

If you’re an experienced vet seeking variety, professional development, and the chance to make a real impact across multiple practices, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today and start your journey with IVC Evidensia!

Benefits (Subject to Pro Rata)

We value balance, wellbeing, and professional development. Along with a competitive salary, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including:

Work-Life Balance

• Enhanced annual leave entitlement
• Birthday leave
• Paid maternity, paternity, adoptive leave packages
• Cycle to work scheme
• Full access to employee assistance programme and well-being center
• Company sick pay & paid bereavement leave

Professional Development

• €1,300 annual CPD allowance + 5 paid CPD days
• Funding for certificates, diplomas, or even PhDs
• Clear career progression opportunities, both clinical and non-clinical

Professional Memberships

• VCI membership covered
• VDS cover paid

Additional Benefits

• Annual pay reviews
• Dedicated CARE Fund (€1,100 annually per Vet) for special cases
• Pawsome Benefits reward platform (discounts and cashback with retailers)
• Employer pension contributions
• Free flu vaccinations
• Discounted veterinary fees
• Opportunities to join company committees and programmes (LGBTQ+, Wellbeing, Clinical Boards, and more)

Sunbeam Veterinary Hospital, Northpoint

Unit 22, Northpoint Business Park, Northpoint, T23 FXY9, Ireland

At IVC Evidensia we are a committed to Diversity, Equality, Inclusion and Belonging, we are keen to hear from candidates from all minority and diverse groups. As a Disability Confident Employer, we are keen to hear from candidates with disabilities and long-term health conditions and would be happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process.

Any questions before applying?

Speak to Shonagh Dawson from our recruitment team who would be happy to help you with any questions you have before applying for this role.