Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal (Soft Tissue Surgery)

Kernow Vet Group; Celbridge; Hybrid; EUR 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A veterinary practice in Celbridge is seeking an experienced Veterinary Surgeon focused on soft tissue surgery. The role offers fully flexible hours, no on-call or OOH work, and a supportive team environment. With a competitive salary of €35 per hour, relocation support up to €5,000 is available. The practice values collaboration and offers a comprehensive benefits package, including generous leave policies and CPD funding, tailored to help improve your surgical skills.

Benefits

22 days annual leave

Birthday leave

Paid maternity, paternity, and adoptive leave

Cycle to Work Scheme

Employer Pension Contributions

Discounted Veterinary Fees

Qualifications

• Confident, collaborative, and proactive.
• Not suitable for new graduates.
• Full funding for any Certificates / Diplomas / PhDs offered.

Responsibilities

• Handle routine, non-routine and emergency soft tissue procedures.
• Participate in some minor consulting and case management.
• Work within a supportive team environment focused on surgery.

Skills

Soft tissue surgical skills

Collaboration

Proactiveness

Education

VCI registered veterinary surgeon

Certificate holders encouraged

Tools

Digital x-ray

Ultrasound

In-house lab

Job description

Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal (Soft Tissue Surgery)

Soft Tissue Surgeon / Surgically Focused Clinician

Beaufield Veterinary Centre, Celbridge, Co. Kildare

Part-time (Fully Flexible) | Full-time considered

€35 per hour DOE | Relocation Allowance up to €5,000

Craft a Role Built Around Your Surgical Passion

Are you a confident soft tissue surgeon looking to focus on what you do best - without the pressure of OOH, long days, or an overwhelming caseload? At Beaufield Veterinary Centre, we’ve created a role that gives you exactly that. Whether you want 2 or 4 days per week, mornings only, or longer surgical blocks, we’ll build the rota around you.

A Role Designed for Surgeons

This is a predominantly surgical position with some minor consulting and case management. You'll handle routine, non-routine and emergency soft tissue procedures, with the option to incorporate dentals or additional caseloads depending on your interests.

• Fully flexible weekly hours
• Earliest start 8:30am, latest finish 7pm
• No OOH or on-call
• 1 in 4 Saturday mornings (10:30am–1:30pm)
• Excellent equipment: digital x-ray, dental x-ray, ultrasound, in-house lab
• Supportive team dynamic - surgery is genuinely valued here

The Practice & Location

Since opening in 1996, Beaufield Veterinary Centre has built a reputation for excellent clinical care, surgical capability, and strong community relationships. Our team is collaborative, caring, and eager to support the right surgeon to grow even further.

Located in Celbridge, Co. Kildare - just 30 minutes from Dublin - it's a scenic, friendly town with cafes, river walks, great schools and excellent transport links. Ideal for candidates considering relocating, with relocation support available.

Who We’re looking For

• VCI registered veterinary surgeon
• Not suitable for new graduates
• Certificate holders or those wishing to pursue one strongly encouraged – full funding provided
• Confident, collaborative, and proactive

A Benefits Package With Real Value (Subject to pro-rata)

We invest in your long-term success and wellbeing. In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• 22 days annual leave
• Birthday leave
• Paid maternity, paternity, and adoptive leave packages
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Company Sick Pay & Bereavement Leave
• Access to EAP & Wellbeing Centre
• Structured rota tailored to your life
• €1300 annual CPD allowance with 40 hours paid CPD leave (pro-rata'd)
• Full funding for any Certificates / Diplomas / PhD’s you may want to pursue
• Opportunities for clinical and leadership progression
• VCI and VDS memberships fully covered
• Dedicated CARE fund - €1,100 annually to support exceptional cases

Additional Benefits

• Annual Pay Reviews
• Employer Pension Contributions
• Discounted Veterinary Fees across the IVC Evidensia network
• Free Flu Vaccinations
• Access to “Pawesome” Benefits – retail and lifestyle discount platform
• Opportunity to join company programmes (LGBTQ+, Wellbeing Champions, Nurses Committee, Clinical Board and many more)

A Role Where Your Surgical Skills Shine

If you want the freedom to focus on surgery while enjoying a balanced, flexible schedule and a supportive team - this could be the perfect next step.

Apply today and build the surgical career you’ve been looking for.

Beaufield Veterinary Centre

Dublin Road, Celbridge, Celbridge, W23 X5W9, 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.