Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal - FTC

Kernow Vet Group; Ireland; On-site; EUR 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Kernow Vet Group is seeking an experienced Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon for a full-time fixed-term position covering maternity leave at Raheny Veterinary Hospital in Dublin. The role involves providing high-quality veterinary care in a collaborative team environment, with no out-of-hours duties. Candidates must be VCI registered and have experience in small animal practice, with a competitive salary of up to €60,000 offered along with various employee benefits.

Benefits

Enhanced annual leave entitlements

Employee Assistance Programme

Paid bereavement leave & Company sick pay

Generous CPD allowance with 5 paid CPD days

Discounted veterinary fees

Free flu vaccinations

Retail discounts & cashback

Access to industry networks and wellbeing programmes

Qualifications

• Experienced in small animal practice – all levels of experience considered (not suitable for new graduates).
• Confident in both medical and surgical cases.
• Strong team player with a patient centred approach to care.

Responsibilities

• Join the dedicated team at Raheny Veterinary Hospital on a fixed-term contract to cover maternity leave.
• Provide high-quality veterinary care including medical and surgical services.

Skills

Confident in medical and surgical cases

Strong team player

Education

VCI registered Veterinary Surgeon

Job description

Location: Raheny Veterinary Hospital | Dublin

Contract: Full-time | Fixed Term Contract (Maternity Cover)

Salary: Up to €60,000 DOE + Excellent Company Benefits

We are currently seeking an experienced Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon to join the dedicated team at Raheny Veterinary Hospital on a fixed-term contract to cover maternity leave. This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled vet to join a well-established, forward-thinking practice and contribute to the ongoing delivery of high-quality veterinary care in North Dublin.

This role is ideal for a confident clinician who thrives in a busy, team oriented environment. You’ll work alongside a collaborative group of veterinary professionals and have access to an impressive array of diagnostic and surgical equipment.

Role Overview

• Contract Type: Full-time, Fixed Term (Maternity Cover)
• Start Date: End of September / Start of October 2025
• Working Patterns: 39 hours per week, with 1 in 3 weekends
• No OOH or On-Call Duties
• Salary: Up to €60,000 depending on experience

This position is best suited to veterinary surgeon with prior experience in first opinion practice. Unfortunately, it is not suitable for new graduates or those requiring mentorship.

About Us – Raheny Veterinary Hospital

Located in the heart of North Dublin, Raheny Veterinary Hospital has proudly served the local community for over 30 years. We offer a comprehensive range of veterinary services, from preventative care to complex surgical procedures, and work closely with local rescue groups as part of our commitment to animal welfare.

Our facilities include:

• Two fully equipped operating theatres
• In-house laboratory
• Dental suite with dental x-ray
• Endoscopy and laparoscopic equipment
• Physiotherapy services and more

We are a supportive and collaborative team of 9 Vets, 8 Veterinary Nurses, 2 Animal Care Assistants, and 9 support staff. We take pride in fostering a positive work environment that promotes continuous learning, clinical excellence, and genuine care for our patients and their families.

Requirements – What We’re Looking For

• VCI registered Veterinary Surgeon available to start late September or early October 2025
• Experienced in small animal practice – all levels of experience considered (not suitable for new graduates)
• Confident in both medical and surgical cases
• Strong team player with a patient centred approach to care

Comprehensive Benefits Package (subject to pro-rata)

What We Offer:

• Competitive Salary up to €60,000, depending on experience
• Genuine work-life balance – no out-of-hours or on-call duties (enjoy your evenings and weekends)

Access to a full suite of company benefits including:

• Enhanced annual leave entitlements plus birthday leave
• Employee Assistance Programme and Wellbeing Centre
• Paid bereavement leave & Company sick pay
• Generous CPD allowance with 5 paid CPD days (pro-rata)
• Discounted veterinary fees across the IVC Evidensia network
• Free flu vaccinations
• Pawesome benefits – reward gateway offering retail discounts & cashback
• Access to industry networks, wellbeing programmes and clinical boards

If you are an experienced vet looking for a rewarding opportunity in a well-established, friendly, and clinically progressive practice – we'd love to hear from you.

Raheny Veterinary Hospital

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.