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Veterinary Practitioner - Small Animal in Galway

On-site in Galway·Full-time·Added 5 months ago (last checked 22 Oct)

IVC Evidensia

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Salary
Up to €60,000 a year
Work mode
On-site, Galway
Contract
Full-time

Skills

IVC Evidensia is hiring for this role in several places. This vacancy is in Galway.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

We recognise that our people are key to our success and are committed to supporting you both professionally and personally. Alongside a competitive salary, benefits include:

Annual Pay Reviews

Dedicated CARE fund - annual contribution of €1,100 from IVC Evidensia for each Vet to use on a case of your choice to ensure successful outcome with your patient (T&Cs apply)

Pawesome Benefits - reward gateway giving discounts and cashback with hundreds of retailers

Employer Pension Contributions

Free Flu Inoculations

Discounted Veterinary Fees

Opportunity to join company programmes (LGBTQ+, Wellbeing Champions, Nurses Committee, Clinical Board and many more)

The role

This is a full-time position, working 40 hours per week across 4-5 days, with shifts scheduled on a rota basis between 8:30am and 6:00pm, Monday to Friday.

You'll manage a mix of consultations, surgical procedures, and case work, with the opportunity to further develop your interests - particularly in surgery, imaging, or dentistry.

The practice operates a shared out-of-hours rota with a neighbouring IVC practice, currently approximately 1 in 6.

Shape Your Future in a Progressive, Well-Equipped Hospital

Looking for a role where you can develop your clinical skills, work alongside a supportive and experienced team, and enjoy a varied and rewarding caseload?

Ark Vets Galway offers exactly that - a busy, forward-thinking practice with both first opinion and referral work, excellent facilities, and a genuine focus on team collaboration and clinical excellence.

What We're Looking For

We're seeking a confident, experienced small animal vet who is comfortable managing first opinion cases and enjoys a varied clinical workload.

You must be VCI registered, able to work independently, and committed to delivering a high standard of patient and client care. A certificate or strong interest in developing a particular clinical area would be highly valued.

Please note this role is not suitable for new graduates or those requiring close mentorship.

Work Life Balance

22 Days Annual Leave

Birthday Leave (paid day off on your birthday)

Focus on Employee Wellbeing

Paid Maternity Leave Package

Paid Paternity Leave

Cycle to Work Scheme

Full access to EAP and Wellbeing Centre

Paid Bereavement Leave

Development

€1300 annual CPD allowance with 5 days paid CPD days pro rata

Funding of any Certificates / Diplomas / PhD's you may want to pursue

Career Progression Opportunities, both clinical and non-clinical

Professional Memberships

VCI membership paid

VDS cover paid

Build a Career You're Proud Of

At Ark Vets, you're not just joining a practice - you're joining a team that values collaboration, encourages development, and invests in your future.

If you're ready for a role where you can grow your skills, work with great people, and make a genuine impact every day, we'd love to hear from you.

About IVC Evidensia

IVC Evidensia is a veterinary care group operating a network of veterinary practices, ranging from small animal and mixed animal clinics to out-of-hours services and specialist referral hospitals.

Its practices employ veterinary surgeons, registered veterinary nurses, animal care assistants and client care teams, and the group runs referral services in areas such as surgery, orthopaedics, internal medicine and oncology, alongside emergency and critical care and rotating internship programmes.

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About the company & team

You'll be based across our Galway sites, including our referral centre in Knocknacarra and our city centre branch. Our facilities include advanced diagnostics and surgical equipment such as CT, ultrasound, digital radiography, endoscopy, dental suites, and modern operating theatres.

You'll join a well-established, collaborative team of veterinary professionals, including experienced vets, veterinary nurses, a practice manager, and dedicated support staff, all committed to delivering exceptional patient care.

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