Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal Avondale Veterinary

VetPartners Limited; Ireland; On-site; EUR 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A veterinary practice in County Wicklow is seeking a full-time Veterinary Surgeon to join their team. The role offers a competitive salary ranging from €45,000 to €70,000, depending on experience. Ideal candidates will have solid experience in routine consultations and surgeries and a passion for excellent patient care. The practice emphasizes work-life balance, providing support through a large team and various career development opportunities. Interested candidates should apply directly to Mark Drought for more information.

Benefits

Relocation Allowance

Enhanced Annual Leave

Full access to EAP and Healthshield

Employer pension contribution: 3%

Generous CPD: €2000 & 5 days per annum

Certificate support and funding

Paid charity day

Colleague discounts

Paid VCI/VDS and an additional professional membership

Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave

Career progression prospects

Annual pay reviews

Qualifications

• Must have solid experience in routine consultations and surgeries.
• Passionate about providing excellent veterinary care.
• Willingness to work in a supportive team environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide routine consultations and surgeries for small animals.
• Work alongside experienced nurses and admin staff.
• Maintain a positive work-life balance with a structured schedule.

Skills

Solid experience in routine consultations

Surgeries

Passion for delivering excellent care

Tools

Ultrasound

DR X-ray

Dental X-ray

In-house blood machines

Job description

Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal

Apply now Location Ferrybank, Arklow, Co. Wicklow, Ireland Practice Avondale Veterinary
Visit website Hours Full time Salary € 45,000 – €70,000, depending on experience. 13 November 2025 13 December 2025

Avondale Vets, Co. Wicklow (Arklow, Rathdrum & Tinahely)

Are you looking to be part of a welcoming, forward-thinking practice where teamwork really matters and a positive, supportive atmosphere is at the heart of everything we do?

We’re looking for a permanent Small Animal Vet to join our friendly, progressive team. The ideal candidate will have solid experience in routine consultations and surgeries and a passion for delivering excellent care.

Here, you’ll never be on your own—you’ll be supported by our large, experienced team of nurses, ACAs, and receptionists, making it easy to focus on what you do best: looking after your patients. You’ll enjoy a varied and interesting case load every day, with the chance to develop your skills in a modern, well-equipped practice.

Our practice takes work–life balance seriously. Your day includes two 15-minute coffee breaks plus a full hour for lunch. The full-time role is a 4.5-day week (alternating 4-day and 5-day weeks) with regular Saturday clinics. You won’t need to cover Out of Hours shifts.

Located just 40 minutes south of Dublin, we’re perfectly placed between the stunning Wicklow Mountains and the sea—a beautiful area with plenty to enjoy on your days off.

We’ve invested in the latest equipment, including ultrasound, DR X-ray, dental X-ray, and in-house blood machines, so you have everything you need to provide the very best care. We also offer excellent opportunities for career development, with CPD fully supported, so you can continue growing as a vet.

Salary: €45,000 – €70,000, depending on experience.

Come join a team where your skills are valued, your work is supported, and your well-being is a priority. We’d love to hear from you!

As part of the VetPartners group we can offer the following benefits:

• Relocation Allowance
• Enhanced Annual Leave
• Full access to EAP and Healthshield
• Employer pension contribution: 3%
• Generous CPD: €2000 & 5 days (or pro rata for part time) per annum
• Certificate support and funding
• Paid charity day
• Colleague discounts
• Paid VCI/VDS and an additional professional membership
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave
• Career progression prospects for the ideal candidate
• Annual pay reviews

Come join a fantastic and enthusiasticclinical and admin family.

Apply to Mark Drought - [emailprotected] or feel free to email for more information.

**Please Apply Directly - No Agency Submissions**

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