Veterinary Surgeon, (Brand new Clinic), Full Time, Portmarnock

Location: Village Vets Portmarnock

Reports to: Lead Vet

Schedule: 5 day week, 1:4 Saturdays, 1:12 Sunday

Salary: €44,000 - €64,000

Join our Head Nurse Donna, our Vet Emily and our Animal Care Assistant Sydney in our brand new clinic centrally located in Saint Marnocks Bay with free parking and easy access to DART.

About the Role

• Diagnose, treat, and care for patients to the high standards upheld by Village Vets.
• Investigate and manage cases thoroughly within the practice before referral, based on patient needs.
• Take full responsibility for patient care, including effective case handover and appropriate after‑hours or referral care.
• Maintain accurate and up‑to‑date medical records.
• Prescribe and dispense medications safely and correctly, supporting stock management as needed.
• Communicate clearly with clients, providing estimates and treatment options to support informed decision‑making.
• Deliver an outstanding client experience across all communication channels.
• Promote Pet Health Plans and Pet Insurance to support optimal patient care.
• Work collaboratively with the clinic team to ensure compassionate, high‑quality care.
• Provide veterinary training and guidance to support best practice across the team.
• Support the daily running and presentation of the clinic to Village Vets’ standards.
• Ensure all billing is accurate and correctly processed.

Why Village Vets Portmarnock?

• Modern, well-equipped clinic with up-to-date diagnostic and treatment facilities only newly opened in 2026.
• Build relationships with clients from the beginning
• Supportive & friendly team culture with a strong focus on collaborating and professional development.
• Excellent CPD and training opportunities, including funded CPD, structured programmes and support for further qualifications.
• Clinical variety with services including surgery, dentistry, diagnostics, imaging and preventative healthcare.
• Fantastic coastal location, close to Velvet Strand, with plenty of opportunities for a lunchtime walk or after-work reset.
• Easy commute, with the DART nearby and free on-site parking.
• Strong benefits package, including health support, gym subsidy, pension, enhanced family leave, Bike to Work and a free pet health plan.
• Join an established veterinary group with a family-run heritage dating back to 1980 and a growing network of clinics across Ireland.

About You

• Have 3+ years’ experience in small animal practice
• VCI Registration
• Be confident in consultations, routine surgery, and case management
• Demonstrate strong clinical skills with a proactive and motivated approach
• Thrive in a team-focused environment and enjoy contributing to shared learning
• Be committed to delivering exceptional patient care and client service
• Have a genuine interest in continuous professional development

What’s in it For You… At a Glance

In addition to our fabulous teams and supportive environments, we’re proud to offer a benefits package that supports our team’s wellbeing, growth, and families:

• Health cash plan
• Pension scheme
• Gym membership subsidy
• Free pet health plan
• Paid charity day
• Additional leave with service
• VCI Registration and VDS Indemnity fees paid
• Funded CPD including, allowances, webinar series, new graduate programme, training platform access, and certificate funding
• Statutory sick pay
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoptive benefits
• Bike to work scheme

You must be legally eligible to work in Ireland

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