Careers

Join a team that values compassion, expertise, and growth. At Village Vets, every role offers a chance to make a difference in the lives of pets and their families.

Improving Lives Through Excellence in Veterinary Care

Browse our open positions below. Our latest job openings are also available on Jobs.ie for your convenience.

About Village Vets

Experienced Veterinary Surgeon (Ashbourne)

Full-Time

Ashbourne

Posted 4 days ago

Job description: Veterinary Surgeon Location: Village Vets Ashbourne, Meath Reports to: Lead Vet Salary: €50,000 - €70,000 Per Annum DOE Job purpose Are you ready to work alongside exceptional veterinary professionals in a supportive, high-quality environment? At Village Vets, we take pride in our dedication to delivering the highest standards of animal care. Supported by a dedicated medical team who prioritise continuous upskilling and professional growth, you’ll have the opportunity to thrive in your role while expanding your expertise. Our Ashbourne branch joined the Village Vets family in 2008 and we moved to our shiny new site in 2024. We’re well equipped with modern facilities including an in-house laboratory, diagnostic equipment such as x-rays, dental x-rays and ultrasonography, two large surgery theatres, four consult rooms and separate dog and cat wards. We’re passionate about fear-free techniques to help make every one of our patients’ visits as comfortable as possible. The clinic is conveniently located in the centre of Ashbourne with free parking available all day. Our Ashbourne clinic operates as an emergency clinic from 8PM to 8AM daily, to serve both internal and external clients. Our ideal candidate will have a strong desire to work in a small animal practice and be highly motivated, hard-working, and a team player. In Village Vets we strive to provide the best standard of care to our patients and the best service to our clients. We are proud to support our staff with a comprehensive CPD program and we welcome and encourage any interest in further education. Responsibilities:

Diagnose, treat and care for all patients to the standard upheld by Village Vets

Investigate and treat cases within the practice as completely as possible within the practice before referring, according to the needs of the patient

Assume full responsibility for patients, ensuring that care after-hours or after referral is appropriate and of the highest standard, and that handover of cases is done effectively

Keep medical records up to date and accurate

Prescribe and dispense medications correctly and safely, and help maintain adequate stock levels

Communicate effectively with clients, giving estimates and relevant information on diagnostics and treatment plans to allow informed decision-making regarding treatment.

Provide and maintain an outstanding client experience throughout the whole practice across all mediums (face-to-face, phone, email, social media, website etc.)

Promote the Pet Health Plans and Pet Insurance to all clients to facilitate the highest level of veterinary care.

Communicate effectively with the team in the clinic to ensure patients and clients are treated with the highest level of care and compassion, to the standard upheld by Village Vets

Provide appropriate veterinary training to all staff in order to assist with best practice measures.

Help maintain the appearance and daily running of the clinic to the standard upheld by Village Vets

Ensure that all bills are priced correctly

Maintain membership of the VCI and be familiar with the legislation affecting the practice of veterinary medicine in Ireland.

Adhere to the guidelines of practice as stated in the VCI Guide to Professional Conduct and remain up to date with CPD requirements.

Behave at all times in a manner which serves to instil confidence in our profession in the minds of the team, individual clients and the wider general public.

Carry out any ad hoc veterinary or administrative duties that may arise through the normal course of the day within the clinic or as advised by head nurse/lead vet.

Complete all tasks, duties and procedures efficiently and accurately.

Be responsible for creating and maintaining an outstanding client experience throughout the whole team.

Administrative duties:

Complete referral letters and accompanying medical histories.

Prepare all relevant paperwork for external laboratories.

Complete pet passports where applicable.

Sign off vaccination records.

Complete insurance claim forms if and when necessary.

While at work all staff are required to take care of their own health and safety and that of others who may be affected by their acts and omissions & co-operate with Village Vets policies and procedures. Knowledge & Skills Specification for a Veterinary Surgeon

Criteria	Essential	Desirable
Professional/Technical Qualification	Current registration with VCI MVB or Equivalent	Further qualification specific to Veterinary training
Experience & Job Knowledge	Interest in working in progressive practice as part of team	Previous 3+ years' experience in a small animal veterinary practice
Skills & Competencies	Ability to investigate and treat clinical cases appropriately. Surgical skills appropriate to level of experience. Excellent communication skills (written & oral). Ability to work well in fast-paced environment. Excellent time management. Ability to make clinical decisions. Ability to work autonomously. Confident and competent decision-making skills. Ability to provide training and direction to others. Ability to work as part of a team.
Personal Qualities	Excellent standard of personal presentation. Professional, progressive approach to clinical diagnostics, treatment and care. Self-motivated to work independently without constant supervision. Trustworthy with a conscious approach to work.

NB: This job description is developed to help you gain a better understanding of the job role and is by no means exhaustive.

Job Features

Job description: Veterinary Surgeon Location: Village Vets Ashbourne, Meath Reports to: Lead Vet Salary: €50,000 – €70,000 Per Annum DOE Job purpose Are you

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Experienced Veterinary Nurse RVN (Greyabbey Veterinary Hospital, Kildare)

Full-Time

kildare

Posted 5 days ago

Job description: Veterinary Nurse RVN Location: Grey Abbey Veterinary Hospital, Kildare Reports to: Head Nurse & Lead Vet Salary: €32,000 - €35,000 Per Annum We are looking for an experienced veterinary nurse 2 years plus experience to join our team in Greyabbey Veterinary Hospital part of the Village Vets family! If you're passionate about animal care, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and want to be part of a supportive and skilled team, we'd love to hear from you. Job purpose Are you ready to work alongside exceptional veterinary professionals in a supportive, high-quality environment? At Village Vets, we take pride in our dedication to delivering the highest standards of animal care. Supported by a dedicated medical team who prioritise continuous upskilling and professional growth, you’ll have the opportunity to thrive in your role while expanding your expertise. As a valued RVN, you’ll play a key role in upholding the standards and values of Village Vets and the Veterinary Council of Ireland, ensuring unparalleled care for our patients, fostering excellent relationships with colleagues, and delivering outstanding customer service. You’ll also contribute to the smooth and efficient operation of the clinic, guided by our experienced head nurse and lead vet. Responsibilities:

Assist veterinary surgeon in veterinary procedures including anaesthetics and surgical operations.

Administer treatments (e.g. injections, medication, fluid therapy, dressing, first aid, euthanasia) as directed by the veterinary surgeon and where permitted, undertake minor surgical procedures.

Nurse and care for patients to the standard upheld by Village Vets.

Undertake general cleaning duties throughout the clinic including equipment, animal quarters to a level acceptable to the Village Vets standards.

Ensure medications prescribed are correctly administered to patients, oversee the safe handling of drugs and maintain up to date and accurate clinical records

Assist with front of house duties and understand procedures involved in maintaining an efficient friendly reception.

Maintain an account of stock ensuring usage within shelf life in order to prevent wastage of stock.

Provide appropriate veterinary training to all staff in order to assist with best practice measures.

Promote the Pet Health Plans and Pet Insurance to all clients to facilitate the highest level of veterinary care.

Carry out any ad hoc Veterinary or administrative duties that may arise through the normal course of the day within the clinic or as advised by head nurse/area manager.

Complete all tasks, duties and procedures efficiently and accurately.

Be responsible for creating and maintaining an outstanding client experience throughout the whole team.

Criteria	Essential	Desirable
Professional/Technical Qualification	Current registration with VCI	Further qualification specific to VN training
Experience & Job Knowledge	Interest in working in progressive practice as part of team	Previous experience of small animal veterinary practice
Skills & Competencies	Excellent communication skills (written & oral). Ability to work well in fast paced environment. Excellent time management Ability to make clinical decisions. Ability to work autonomously. Confident and competent decision-making skills. Ability to provide training and direction to other. Ability to work in team.
Personal Qualities	Excellent standard of personal presentation. Professional approach to veterinary nursing and clinical care. Self-motivated to work independently without constant supervision. Trustworthy with a conscious approach to work.

NB: This job description is developed to help you gain a better understanding of the job role and is by no means exhaustive.

Job Features

Job description: Veterinary Nurse RVN Location: Grey Abbey Veterinary Hospital, Kildare Reports to: Head Nurse & Lead Vet Salary: €32,000 – €35,000 Per Annum We

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Veterinary Nurse RVN (Cabra)

Full-Time

Cabra

Posted 1 week ago

Job description: Veterinary Nurse RVN Location: Village Vets Cabra Reports to: Head Nurse & Lead Vet Job purpose Are you ready to work alongside exceptional veterinary professionals in a supportive, high-quality environment? At Village Vets, we take pride in our dedication to delivering the highest standards of animal care. Supported by a dedicated medical team who prioritise continuous upskilling and professional growth, you’ll have the opportunity to thrive in your role while expanding your expertise. Our Cabra branch opened as a proud member of the Village Vets family in 1996, having previously spent time as a poodle parlour! We have three consult rooms, two surgery theatres, dental suite, separate dog and cat wards, an in-house lab, a scanning room and diagnostic facilities including digital x-ray, ultrasound and dental x-ray. We’re easy to get to with train, bus, and Luas line stops all a short walk away. As a valued RVN, you’ll play a key role in upholding the standards and values of Village Vets and the Veterinary Council of Ireland, ensuring unparalleled care for our patients, fostering excellent relationships with colleagues, and delivering outstanding customer service. You’ll also contribute to the smooth and efficient operation of the clinic, guided by our experienced head nurse and lead vet. Responsibilities:

Assist veterinary surgeon in veterinary procedures including anaesthetics and surgical operations.

Administer treatments (e.g. injections, medication, fluid therapy, dressing, first aid, euthanasia) as directed by the veterinary surgeon and where permitted, undertake minor surgical procedures.

Nurse and care for patients to the standard upheld by Village Vets.

Undertake general cleaning duties throughout the clinic including equipment, animal quarters to a level acceptable to the Village Vets standards.

Ensure medications prescribed are correctly administered to patients, oversee the safe handling of drugs and maintain up to date and accurate clinical records

Assist with front of house duties and understand procedures involved in maintaining an efficient friendly reception.

Maintain an account of stock ensuring usage within shelf life in order to prevent wastage of stock.

Provide appropriate veterinary training to all staff in order to assist with best practice measures.

Promote the Pet Health Plans and Pet Insurance to all clients to facilitate the highest level of veterinary care.

Carry out any ad hoc Veterinary or administrative duties that may arise through the normal course of the day within the clinic or as advised by head nurse/area manager.

Complete all tasks, duties and procedures efficiently and accurately.

Be responsible for creating and maintaining an outstanding client experience throughout the whole team.

Criteria	Essential	Desirable
Professional/Technical Qualification	Current registration with VCI	Further qualification specific to VN training
Experience & Job Knowledge	Interest in working in progressive practice as part of team	Previous experience of small animal veterinary practice
Skills & Competencies	Excellent communication skills (written & oral). Ability to work well in fast paced environment. Excellent time management Ability to make clinical decisions . Ability to work autonomously. Confident and competent decision making skills. Ability to provide training and direction to other. Ability to work in team.
Personal Qualities	Excellent standard of personal presentation. Professional approach to veterinary nursing and clinical care. Self motivated to work independently without constant supervision. Trustworthy with a conscious approach to work.

NB: This job description is developed to help you gain a better understanding of the job role and is by no means exhaustive.

Job Features

Job description: Veterinary Nurse RVN Location: Village Vets Cabra Reports to: Head Nurse & Lead Vet Job purpose Are you ready to work alongside

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Experienced Veterinary Surgeon (Coolock)

Full-Time

Coolock

Posted 1 week ago

Dublin, Ireland Full Time

Compensation: €45,000 to €55,000 Annually

Maternity/Paternity/ Adoptive Leave Benefits, Healthcare, CPD, Gym Sub & more

We are looking for a Registered Veterinary Surgeon with 3 years plus experience to come and join our team of highly skilled vets and nurses at our newly renovated practice based in Coolock. Our Coolock branch joined as a proud member of the Village Vets family in 2016 and has recently undergone renovations to enhance our services and provide an even better experience for our clients. We have two consulting rooms, separate dog and cat wards, a surgical theatre, diagnostic facilities including an x-ray room, and a dental room. We have a light and comfortable reception area, and we’re passionate about fear-free techniques to help make every one of our patients’ visits as comfortable as possible. The Coolock clinic is conveniently located in the Malahide Road industrial park and our clients and team members can take advantage of the large, free car park shared by all of our neighbours. Within Village Vets we have a Medical Team that can provide you with the training you may need. Our family of veterinary practices is constantly growing as a result of the fantastic work our Vets, Nurses and care team do every day. We are looking for great people to join our team. Within our teams we have experienced vets and nurses including Certificate holders in Diagnostic Imaging, Ophthalmology, Dermatology, Endoscopy, ECC and Anaesthesia. We operate to a very high standard of Veterinary Medicine and our practice is fully equipped with excellent surgical, diagnostic, and medical equipment. Our ideal candidates will have a strong desire to work in small animal practice and be highly motivated, hard-working, and will be team players. In Village Vets we strive to provide the best standard of care to our patients and the best service to our clients. We are proud to support our staff with a comprehensive CPD program and we welcome and encourage any interest in further education. We do not have any out of hours service during the week or weekends. Job purpose To conduct primary responsibilities as a veterinary surgeon in accordance with the standards and values upheld by Village Vets & the Veterinary Council of Ireland, contributing to the highest quality animal care, excellent staff relationships & customer service. In addition, carry out secondary responsibility duties, to assist in the efficient running of the veterinary clinic as directed by the Lead Vet or Regional Director. Principal accountabilities:

Diagnose, treat and care for all patients to the standard upheld by Village Vets
Investigate and treat cases within the practice as completely as possible within the practice before referring, according to the needs of the patient
Assume full responsibility for patients, ensuring that care after-hours or after referral is appropriate and of the highest standard, and that handover of cases is done effectively
Keep medical records up to date and accurate
Prescribe and dispense medications correctly and safely, and help maintain adequate stock levels
Communicate effectively with clients, giving estimates and relevant information on diagnostics and treatment plans to allow informed decision-making regarding treatment.
Provide and maintain an outstanding client experience throughout the whole practice across all mediums (face-to-face, phone, email, social media, website etc.)
Promote the Pet Health Plans and Pet Insurance to all clients to facilitate the highest level of veterinary care.
Communicate effectively with the team in the clinic to ensure patients and clients are treated with the highest level of care and compassion, to the standard upheld by Village Vets
Provide appropriate veterinary training to all staff in order to assist with best practice measures.
Help maintain the appearance and daily running of the clinic to the standard upheld by Village Vets
Ensure that all bills are priced correctly
Maintain membership of the VCI and be familiar with the legislation affecting the practice of veterinary medicine in Ireland.
Adhere to the guidelines of practice as stated in the VCI Guide to Professional Conduct and remain up to date with CPD requirements.
Behave at all times in a manner which serves to instil confidence in our profession in the minds of the team, individual clients and the wider general public.
Carry out any ad hoc veterinary or administrative duties that may arise through the normal course of the day within the clinic or as advised by head nurse/lead vet.
Complete all tasks, duties and procedures efficiently and accurately.
Be responsible for creating and maintaining an outstanding client experience throughout the whole team.

Administrative duties:

Complete referral letters and accompanying medical histories.
Prepare all relevant paperwork for external laboratories.
Complete pet passports where applicable.
Sign off vaccination records.
Complete insurance claim forms if and when necessary.


Criteria	Essential	Desirable
Professional/Technical Qualification	MVB or equivalent Current registration with VCI	Further qualification specific to Veterinary training
Experience & Job Knowledge	Interest in working in progressive practice as part of team	1-2 years previous experience in a small animal veterinary practice
Skills & Competencies	Ability to investigate and treat clinical cases appropriately Surgical skills appropriate to level of experience Excellent communication skills (written & oral). Ability to work well in fast paced environment. Excellent time management Ability to make clinical decisions . Ability to work autonomously. Confident and competent decision making skills. Ability to provide training and direction to other. Ability to work in team.
Personal Qualities	Excellent standard of personal presentation. Professional, progressive approach to clinical diagnostics, treatment and care. Self motivated to work independently without constant supervision. Trustworthy with a conscious approach to work.

Job Features

Dublin, Ireland Full Time Compensation: €45,000 to €55,000 Annually Maternity/Paternity/ Adoptive Leave Benefits, Healthcare, CPD, Gym Sub & more We are looking for a Registered Vete...

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Experienced Veterinary Nurse (Dunboyne)

Full-Time

Dunboyne

Posted 1 week ago

Village Vets Mission: Making lives better through excellence in veterinary care while truly caring for the best interests of our patients, customers and colleagues. Job purpose Are you ready to work alongside exceptional veterinary professionals in a supportive, high-quality environment? At Village Vets, we take pride in our dedication to delivering the highest standards of animal care. Supported by a dedicated medical team who prioritise continuous upskilling and professional growth, you’ll have the opportunity to thrive in your role while expanding your expertise. Our Dunboyne branch joined the Village Vets family in 2003 and underwent significant renovations in 2018 to become the modern, two-storied practice you see today. We’re conveniently located in the centre of Dunboyne, we have three consult rooms, a dedicated lab area and diagnostic imaging room, and separate dog and cat wards with isolation facilities, and we have a large lift to transport our patients safely between our two floors. As a valued RVN, you’ll play a key role in upholding the standards and values of Village Vets and the Veterinary Council of Ireland, ensuring unparalleled care for our patients, fostering excellent relationships with colleagues, and delivering outstanding customer service. You’ll also contribute to the smooth and efficient operation of the clinic, guided by our experienced head nurse and lead vet. Responsibilities:

Assist veterinary surgeon in veterinary procedures including anaesthetics and surgical operations.

Administer treatments (e.g. injections, medication, fluid therapy, dressing, first aid, euthanasia) as directed by the veterinary surgeon and where permitted, undertake minor surgical procedures.

Nurse and care for patients to the standard upheld by Village Vets.

Undertake general cleaning duties throughout the clinic including equipment, animal quarters to a level acceptable to the Village Vets standards.

Ensure medications prescribed are correctly administered to patients, oversee the safe handling of drugs and maintain up to date and accurate clinical records

Assist with front of house duties and understand procedures involved in maintaining an efficient friendly reception.

Maintain an account of stock ensuring usage within shelf life in order to prevent wastage of stock.

Provide appropriate veterinary training to all staff in order to assist with best practice measures.

Promote the Pet Health Plans and Pet Insurance to all clients to facilitate the highest level of veterinary care.

Carry out any ad hoc Veterinary or administrative duties that may arise through the normal course of the day within the clinic or as advised by head nurse/area manager.

Complete all tasks, duties and procedures efficiently and accurately.

Be responsible for creating and maintaining an outstanding client experience throughout the whole team.

Criteria	Essential	Desirable
Professional/Technical Qualification	Current registration with VCI	Further qualification specific to VN training
Experience & Job Knowledge	Interest in working in progressive practice as part of team	Previous experience of small animal veterinary practice
Skills & Competencies	Excellent communication skills (written & oral). Ability to work well in fast paced environment. Excellent time management Ability to make clinical decisions . Ability to work autonomously. Confident and competent decision making skills. Ability to provide training and direction to other. Ability to work in team.
Personal Qualities	Excellent standard of personal presentation. Professional approach to veterinary nursing and clinical care. Self motivated to work independently without constant supervision. Trustworthy with a conscious approach to work.

Apply now and let’s make amazing things happen together—for our patients, our clients, and your career! NB: This job description is developed to help you gain a better understanding of the job role and is by no means exhaustive.

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Village Vets Mission: Making lives better through excellence in veterinary care while truly caring for the best interests of our patients, customers and colleagues. Job purpose Are

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Veterinary Nurse RVN (South Dublin)

Full-Time

South Dublin

Posted 1 week ago

Job description: Veterinary Nurse RVN Location: Village Vets Southside Dublin Reports to: Head Nurse & Lead Vet Job purpose Are you ready to work alongside exceptional veterinary professionals in a supportive, high-quality environment? At Village Vets, we take pride in our dedication to delivering the highest standards of animal care. Supported by a dedicated medical team who prioritise continuous upskilling and professional growth, you’ll have the opportunity to thrive in your role while expanding your expertise. As a valued RVN, you’ll play a key role in upholding the standards and values of Village Vets and the Veterinary Council of Ireland, ensuring unparalleled care for our patients, fostering excellent relationships with colleagues, and delivering outstanding customer service. You’ll also contribute to the smooth and efficient operation of the clinic, guided by our experienced head nurse and lead vet. Responsibilities:

Assist veterinary surgeon in veterinary procedures including anaesthetics and surgical operations.

Administer treatments (e.g. injections, medication, fluid therapy, dressing, first aid, euthanasia) as directed by the veterinary surgeon and where permitted, undertake minor surgical procedures.

Nurse and care for patients to the standard upheld by Village Vets.

Undertake general cleaning duties throughout the clinic including equipment, animal quarters to a level acceptable to the Village Vets standards.

Ensure medications prescribed are correctly administered to patients, oversee the safe handling of drugs and maintain up to date and accurate clinical records

Assist with front of house duties and understand procedures involved in maintaining an efficient friendly reception.

Maintain an account of stock ensuring usage within shelf life in order to prevent wastage of stock.

Provide appropriate veterinary training to all staff in order to assist with best practice measures.

Promote the Pet Health Plans and Pet Insurance to all clients to facilitate the highest level of veterinary care.

Carry out any ad hoc Veterinary or administrative duties that may arise through the normal course of the day within the clinic or as advised by head nurse/area manager.

Complete all tasks, duties and procedures efficiently and accurately.

Be responsible for creating and maintaining an outstanding client experience throughout the whole team.

Criteria	Essential	Desirable
Professional/Technical Qualification	Current registration with VCI	Further qualification specific to VN training
Experience & Job Knowledge	Interest in working in progressive practice as part of team	Previous experience of small animal veterinary practice
Skills & Competencies	Excellent communication skills (written & oral). Ability to work well in fast paced environment. Excellent time management Ability to make clinical decisions . Ability to work autonomously. Confident and competent decision making skills. Ability to provide training and direction to other. Ability to work in team.
Personal Qualities	Excellent standard of personal presentation. Professional approach to veterinary nursing and clinical care. Self motivated to work independently without constant supervision. Trustworthy with a conscious approach to work.

NB: This job description is developed to help you gain a better understanding of the job role and is by no means exhaustive.

Job Features

Job description: Veterinary Nurse RVN Location: Village Vets Southside Dublin Reports to: Head Nurse & Lead Vet Job purpose Are you ready to work

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Experienced GP Veterinary Surgeon (Bray)

Bray

Posted 2 weeks ago

Job description: Experienced GP Veterinary Surgeon Location: BrayVet Reports to: Lead Vet Job purpose Are you ready to work alongside exceptional veterinary professionals in a supportive, high-quality environment? At Village Vets, we take pride in our dedication to delivering the highest standards of animal care. Supported by a dedicated medical team who prioritise continuous upskilling and professional growth, you’ll have the opportunity to thrive in your role while expanding your expertise. We are looking for an experienced Veterinary Surgeon to come and join our team of highly skilled vets and nurses at our state-of-the-art veterinary clinic in BrayVet, part of the Village Vets family. Our BrayVet clinic is located on the north side of Bray and is only a 10 minute drive from Enniskerry, Kilternan, Kilmacanogue, Rathmichael, Loughlinstown and Sandyford. We are a busy clinic with 6 vets and a full team of nurses, animal care assistants, receptionists and support staff. Within our teams we have experienced vets and nurses including Certificate holders in Diagnostic Imaging, Ophthalmology, Dermatology, Endoscopy, ECC and Anaesthesia. We operate to a very high standard of Veterinary Medicine and our practice is fully equipped with excellent surgical, diagnostic, and medical equipment. Our ideal candidate will have a strong desire to work in a small animal practice and be highly motivated, hard-working, and a team player. In Village Vets we strive to provide the best standard of care to our patients and the best service to our clients. We are proud to support our staff with a comprehensive CPD program and we welcome and encourage any interest in further education. Responsibilities:

Diagnose, treat and care for all patients to the standard upheld by Village Vets
Investigate and treat cases within the practice as completely as possible within the practice before referring, according to the needs of the patient
Assume full responsibility for patients, ensuring that care after-hours or after referral is appropriate and of the highest standard, and that handover of cases is done effectively
Keep medical records up to date and accurate
Prescribe and dispense medications correctly and safely, and help maintain adequate stock levels
Communicate effectively with clients, giving estimates and relevant information on diagnostics and treatment plans to allow informed decision-making regarding treatment.
Provide and maintain an outstanding client experience throughout the whole practice across all mediums (face-to-face, phone, email, social media, website etc.)
Promote the Pet Health Plans and Pet Insurance to all clients to facilitate the highest level of veterinary care.
Communicate effectively with the team in the clinic to ensure patients and clients are treated with the highest level of care and compassion, to the standard upheld by Village Vets
Provide appropriate veterinary training to all staff in order to assist with best practice measures.
Help maintain the appearance and daily running of the clinic to the standard upheld by Village Vets
Ensure that all bills are priced correctly
Maintain membership of the VCI and be familiar with the legislation affecting the practice of veterinary medicine in Ireland.
Adhere to the guidelines of practice as stated in the VCI Guide to Professional Conduct and remain up to date with CPD requirements.
Behave at all times in a manner which serves to instil confidence in our profession in the minds of the team, individual clients and the wider general public.
Carry out any ad hoc veterinary or administrative duties that may arise through the normal course of the day within the clinic or as advised by head nurse/lead vet.
Complete all tasks, duties and procedures efficiently and accurately.
Be responsible for creating and maintaining an outstanding client experience throughout the whole team.

Administrative duties:

Complete referral letters and accompanying medical histories.
Prepare all relevant paperwork for external laboratories.
Complete pet passports where applicable.
Sign off vaccination records.
Complete insurance claim forms if and when necessary.

Criteria	Essential	Desirable
Professional/Technical Qualification	Current registration with VCI MVB or Equivalent	Further qualification specific to Veterinary training
Experience & Job Knowledge	Interest in working in progressive practice as part of team	Previous 3+ years' experience in a small animal veterinary practice
Skills & Competencies	Ability to investigate and treat clinical cases appropriately. Surgical skills appropriate to level of experience. Excellent communication skills (written & oral). Ability to work well in fast-paced environment. Excellent time management. Ability to make clinical decisions. Ability to work autonomously. Confident and competent decision-making skills. Ability to provide training and direction to others. Ability to work as part of a team.
Personal Qualities	Excellent standard of personal presentation. Professional, progressive approach to clinical diagnostics, treatment and care. Self-motivated to work independently without constant supervision. Trustworthy with a conscious approach to work.

Compensation: €50,000 to €60,000 Annually NB: This job description is developed to help you gain a better understanding of the job role and is by no means exhaustive.

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ECC Vet Nurse – Part Time – MiNightVet Hospital (Kildare)

Part-Time

Posted 2 weeks ago

Co. Kildare, Ireland Part Time We are looking for a part time 4 years plus experience registered veterinary nurse for weekend day shifts to cover in our clinic in MiNightVet in Greyabbey. Co. Kildare. As an ECC nurse you will continue to provide the highest standards throughout the night and during weekends. As a valued ECC RVN, you’ll play a key role in upholding the Veterinary Council of Ireland, ensuring unparalleled care for our patients, fostering excellent relationships with colleagues, and delivering outstanding customer service. This is an exciting opportunity to be a part of our brand new Out of Hours emergency care service, allowing us to provide 24/7 care to our patients. The weekend day ECC RVN role will work Saturdays and Sundays-every alternative weekend. Key Responsibilities of an Emergency and Critical Care Veterinary Nurse:

Patient Care and Monitoring:
Provide round-the-clock nursing care to critically ill and injured animals.
Monitor vital signs, including heart rate, respiratory rate, temperature, and blood pressure.
Assess pain levels and administer appropriate pain management measures.
Emergency Response:
Assist veterinarians during emergency procedures, including resuscitation, wound management, and surgery.
Triage incoming emergency cases to prioritize treatment based on the severity of the condition.
Medical Procedures:
Place and maintain intravenous catheters, nasogastric tubes, and other critical care equipment.
Administer medications, fluids, and nutritional support under veterinary supervision.
Perform diagnostic tests, including blood work, urinalysis, and imaging preparation.
Anesthesia and Recovery:
Assist with induction, maintenance, and monitoring of anesthesia in critical patients.
Provide post-operative care and ensure safe recovery from anesthesia.
Infection Control:
Maintain a sterile and clean environment to prevent the spread of infections.
Follow strict protocols for cleaning and disinfecting equipment and workspaces.
Client Communication:
Provide empathetic support and clear communication to pet owners regarding their pet’s condition, treatment plans, and prognosis.
Educate clients on post-care management for their pets.
Team Collaboration:
Work closely with veterinarians, other nurses, and support staff to provide cohesive and effective care.
Assist in training and mentoring junior staff members.
Equipment and Supplies Management:
Ensure all emergency and critical care equipment is functional and properly maintained.
Monitor and manage inventory of medical supplies and medications.
Record Keeping:
Accurately document patient care, treatments, and progress in medical records.
Update patient charts and provide detailed handovers between shifts.
Continued Education and Skill Development:
Stay current with advancements in emergency and critical care techniques and best practices.
Attend training sessions, workshops, and conferences to enhance skills and knowledge.

This role demands strong clinical skills, resilience, and compassion to deliver high-quality care to patients in urgent need. While at work all staff are required to take care of their own health and safety and that of others who may be affected by their acts and omissions & co-operate with Village Vets policies and procedures. Knowledge & Skills Essential Criteria

Professional/Technical Qualification:
Current registration with VCI
5 years of post-qualified small animal veterinary nursing experience

Desirable

Further qualification specific to ECC

Experience & Job Knowledge

Desire to work nights and weekends
Interest in working in progressive practice as part of team
Previous experience working in a busy emergency hospital and/or in a referral hospital

Skills & Competencies

Excellent communication skills (written & oral).
Ability to work well in fast paced, high-pressure environment both independently and as part of a team
Confident and competent decision-making skills.
Ability to provide training and direction to others.
Good emotional intelligence and empathetic skills

Personal Qualities

Excellent standard of personal presentation.
Calm under pressure
Professional approach to veterinary nursing and clinical care.
Self-motivated to work independently without constant supervision.
Trustworthy with a conscious approach to work.

If you would like to know more about our amazing nursing team, please call us for an informal chat or apply now! NB: This job description is developed to help you gain a better understanding of the job role and is by no means exhaustive

Job Features

Co. Kildare, Ireland Part Time We are looking for a part time 4 years plus experience registered veterinary nurse for weekend day shifts to cover

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ECC Vet Surgeon – MiNightVet Hospital (Kildare)

Posted 2 weeks ago

Co. Kildare, Ireland Full Time

Compensation: €70,000 to €85,000 Annually

We are looking for an experience registered Veterinary Surgeon with a keen interest in ECC to join our team in MiNightVet Hospital in Greyabbey Co Kildare. As a valued ECC Vet, you will have a strong desire to work in emergency care service. The ideal candidate will be highly motivated, hard-working, and a team player. We strive to provide the best standard of care to our patients and the best service to our clients. We are proud to support our staff with a comprehensive CPD program and we welcome and encourage any interest in further education. This is an exciting opportunity to be a part of our brand new Out of Hours emergency care service, allowing us to provide 24/7 care to our patients. Job Purpose: Emergency and Critical Care Veterinary Surgeon We are dedicated to delivering the highest standard of veterinary care to our patients and providing exceptional support to their owners. As an Emergency and Critical Care Veterinary Surgeon, your primary purpose is to lead the diagnosis, treatment, and management of critically ill and injured animals, ensuring they receive compassionate and effective care during their most vulnerable moments. You will play a pivotal role in providing 24hr emergency care, and stabilising and treating critical patients while upholding the values of excellence and empathy that define Village Vets. By working collaboratively with a skilled and supportive team, you will ensure the well-being of our patients, build trust with their families, and contribute to advancing the overall standard of care within our practice. This role requires a commitment to professional growth, teamwork, and the delivery of exceptional veterinary medicine to ensure every patient receives the best possible outcomes. This night ECC Vet role will allow you to have a great working life balance with a rota of 7 on 14 off at a very competitive salary. Key Responsibilities of an Emergency and Critical Care Veterinary Surgeon: Patient Assessment and Triage:

Rapidly assess incoming emergency cases to prioritise treatment based on the severity of the condition.
Perform thorough physical examinations and develop initial diagnostic and treatment plans.

Critical Decision-Making:

Make prompt decisions in life-threatening situations, ensuring the best possible outcomes for patients.
Evaluate risks and benefits to determine the most appropriate interventions.

Emergency Procedures and Treatments:

Perform lifesaving procedures, such as wound management, stabilisation of trauma patients, CPR, and surgical interventions.
Administer emergency therapies, including blood transfusions, oxygen therapy, and pain management.

Diagnostic Workups:

Perform and interpret diagnostic tests, including blood work, imaging studies (X-rays, ultrasound), and urinalysis.
Develop differential diagnoses and adjust treatment plans based on test results.

Surgical Expertise:

Safely induce and manage anaesthesia in critical patients.
Perform emergency surgeries, such as exploratory laparotomies, GDV surgery, gastrotomy and enterotomies, splenectomy, and trauma repair.
Ensure aseptic technique and patient stability during and after surgery.

Intensive Patient Management:

Oversee and guide the care of critically ill patients requiring continuous monitoring and support.
Design and implement individualised treatment protocols, including fluid therapy, nutritional support, and medication administration.
Place and manage feeding tubes (oesophagostomy or nasogastric) to ensure adequate nutrition for patients unable to eat.
Insert and monitor chest drains for the management of pleural effusion or pneumothorax.
Place and manage urinary catheters to monitor output and address issues such as urinary obstruction.

Client Communication and Support:

Communicate complex medical information and treatment plans to pet owners in a compassionate and clear manner.
Provide emotional support and guidance to clients facing difficult decisions regarding their pet’s care.

Team Leadership and Collaboration:

Lead the veterinary team during emergencies, delegating tasks effectively and ensuring cohesive team performance.
Collaborate with nurses and ACAs to deliver comprehensive patient care.

Record Keeping and Documentation:

Maintain detailed and accurate medical records for all patients.
Document diagnostic findings, treatments, and client communications for legal and continuity of care purposes.

Equipment and Facility Management:

Ensure the availability and functionality of emergency and critical care equipment, such as ventilators, defibrillators, and monitors.
Monitor inventory of medications and supplies to maintain readiness for emergencies.

Education and Mentorship:

Provide training and guidance to junior veterinarians, nurses, and support staff if required.
Stay updated on advancements in emergency and critical care medicine through continuing education and professional development.

Ethical and Compassionate Decision-Making:

Balance clinical decisions with ethical considerations, focusing on the welfare and quality of life of patients.
Offer humane end-of-life care and support when appropriate.

Team Collaboration:

Work collaboratively with the clinic team to ensure patients and clients receive compassionate, high-quality care.

Clinic Operations:

Help maintain the clinic's cleanliness, appearance, and daily operations to Village Vets' standards.
Ensure all billing is accurate and appropriately priced.

Professional Development and Compliance:

Maintain active membership with the VCI and stay informed on veterinary legislation in Ireland.
Adhere to the VCI Guide to Professional Conduct and meet CPD requirements to ensure professional growth.
Uphold behaviour that inspires confidence in the veterinary profession among clients, team members, and the public.

Administrative duties:

Complete referral letters and accompanying medical histories.
Prepare all relevant paperwork for external laboratories.
Complete insurance claim forms when necessary.

Additional Responsibilities:

Perform ad hoc veterinary or administrative tasks as directed
Complete all duties efficiently and accurately while fostering a positive client experience across the team.

Current registration with VCI
MVB or Equivalent
3+ years post-graduation experience in small animal care

Desirable

Further qualification specific to ECC

Experience & Skills

Triage Management: Recognising and prioritising cases based on severity and urgency
Diagnostic Expertise: Ability to quickly assess and diagnose a wide range of conditions under pressure, often with limited information or resources.
Interpreting diagnostic tools (radiographs, ultrasound, blood work, etc.).
Surgical Proficiency: Competence in emergency procedures such as:
Wound repair
GDV, splenectomy, exploratory laparotomy
Penetrating foreign bodies

Emergency Stabilisation Skills:

Proficient in advanced life support (e.g., CPR, fluid therapy, oxygen delivery).
Familiarity with managing shock, haemorrhage, seizures, collapse and respiratory distress.
Management of metabolic emergencies e.g DKA, urethral obstruction
management of poisonings.
Pharmacology Knowledge: Understanding emergency medications, and dosages
Clear and Compassionate Communication:
Explaining diagnoses, treatment plans, and costs under emotional circumstances.
Providing clear updates and discharge instructions
Previous experience working in a busy emergency hospital and/or in a referral hospital

Personal Qualities

Dealing with Emotional Situations
Supporting distressed pet owners with empathy.
Delivering difficult news with sensitivity.
Excellent standard of personal presentation.
Professional, progressive approach to clinical diagnostics, treatment and care.
Self-motivated to work independently without constant supervision.
Trustworthy with a conscious approach to work.

Benefits:

Great work life balance with 7 days on and 14days off rotas
Holidays are pro rata and included in base salary
Professional fees paid for VCI and VDS
Gym contributions, health plan, and cycle-to-work scheme
On-site parking
Accommodation available

If you would like to know more about our amazing veterinary team, please call us for an informal chat or apply now! NB: This job description is developed to help you gain a better understanding of the job role and is by no means exhaustive.

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Head Veterinary Nurse – Lissenhall Veterinary Hospital (Swords)

Full-Time

Posted 2 weeks ago

Swords, County Dublin, Ireland Full Time

Compensation: €35,000 to €42,000 Annually

Healthcare Options, CPD, Gym Subscription Contribution, Paid Charity Day and more

Reference: HNCLD

We are looking for a head nurse to join our Lissenhall Veterinary Hospital - part of the Village Vets family. Our Head Nurses are part of our clinic leadership teams and an important part of driving our organisational objectives. This role is an opportunity to join an experienced team in a busy clinic. It involves conducting primary responsibilities as a veterinary nurse in accordance with the standards and values upheld by Village Vets & the Veterinary Council of Ireland, contributing to the highest quality animal care, excellent staff relationships & customer service. In addition, carry out secondary responsibility duties, to assist in the efficient running of the veterinary clinic as part of the leadership team. Clinical and Patient Care:

Assist veterinary surgeons during procedures such as anaesthetics, surgeries, and treatments.
Administer treatments (e.g., injections, medication, fluid therapy, dressings, first aid, euthanasia) as directed, including minor surgical procedures where permitted.
Nurse and care for patients to the highest standards, ensuring proper administration of prescribed medications and safe handling of drugs.
Ensure medications and clinical records are up-to-date and accurate.
Maintain clinic hygiene, including cleaning equipment and animal quarters to clinic standards.

Administrative and Operational Management:

Manage team schedules, including rotas, annual leave, and sick leave (recorded on the People system).
Oversee stock control, monitor usage to prevent waste, and record the Cost of Sale documents.
Handle financial tasks such as petty cash, lodgements, bad debt control, and end-of-month cash recording.
Review and verify invoices and process payroll updates.
Manage compliance, including checking dosimeters, completing incident report forms, and monitoring PHP adherence as a PHP Champion.

Client and Staff Engagement:

Ensure an outstanding client experience, including promoting Pet Health Plans to support optimal care.
Oversee front-of-house duties, maintaining an efficient and welcoming reception.
Respond to Google reviews to engage with client feedback and enhance service reputation.
Team 1-2-1s and reviews
Deliver training and clinical support for new graduate nurses and new RVNs to the business with support of nursing mentors
Provide additional training to staff as required and assist with uniform orders.

Additional Responsibilities:

Monitor and manage clinic resources, including timely completion of tasks and minimising wastage
Undertake ad hoc duties and administrative tasks as required by the clinic or area manager

Knowledge & Skills

Criteria	Essential	Desirable
Professional/Technical Qualification	Current registration with VCI	Further qualification specific to VN training Previous experience with endoscopy/ laparoscopy/ dentistry as well of course
Experience & Job Knowledge	3+ years working as an RVN Interest in working in progressive practice as part of team	Previous experience of small animal veterinary practice Head Nurse/ managerial experience Previous experience in endoscopy, laparoscopy and dentistry
Skills & Competencies	Excellent communication skills (written & oral). Ability to work well in fast paced environment. Excellent time management Ability to make clinical decisions. Ability to work autonomously. Confident and competent decision-making skills. Ability to provide training and direction to other. Ability to work in team.
Personal Qualities	Excellent standard of personal presentation. Professional approach to veterinary nursing and clinical care. Self-motivated to work independently without constant supervision. Trustworthy with a conscious approach to work.

NB: This job description is developed to help you gain a better understanding of the job role and is by no means exhaustive.

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Lead Veterinary Surgeon – Lissenhall Veterinary Hospital (Swords)

Full-Time

Posted 2 weeks ago

Swords, County Dublin, Ireland Full Time

Compensation: €65,000 to €75,000 Annually

LV supplement, performance bonus, Additional Leave Benefits, Healthcare, CPD, Gym Sub & more

We are looking for an experienced Lead Veterinary Surgeon to come and join our team of highly skilled vets and nurses at our veterinary clinic in Lissenhall Veterinary Hospital, part of the Village Vets family. Summary of Job Purpose and Function The Lead Veterinary Surgeon role is a key role in the Village Vets leadership team, and has overarching responsibility for the holistic performance of the clinic and team under their leadership. This is an exciting role, with autonomy in clinic leadership, to ensure that their team delivers the highest quality of patient care, alongside first class customer service and high team engagement. Reporting to the Regional Director, this role has responsibility for delivering the business plan for the clinic working alongside other business partner functions. As a Veterinary Surgeon, they will primarily perform clinical duties in accordance with the standards and values upheld by Village Vets & the Veterinary Council of Ireland. Leadership:

Be an ambassador for Village Vets, demonstrating the values and principles of the company both internally and externally
Lead the clinic team with a positive mindset, providing coaching and mentoring support to direct reports and the wider team, with the support of business partners, building positive relationships at all levels
Be a clear and motivational communicator to the clinic team and Village Vets more widely and lead on communicating internal clinical, operational and group messages to the team through regular meetings, providing relevant feedback to the CST/AM where appropriate
Work collaboratively with operational, medical and other support functions to set the strategic direction of the clinic within the wider Village Vets strategy
Actively promote equality, diversity and inclusion, recognising and celebrating best practice and achievements within the team

Clinical responsibilities:

Be the named person for PAS Accreditation for the clinic, and lead on ensuring compliance with the VCI COS regulations
Demonstrate sound clinical judgement, and lead the team in clinical best practice to promote the importance of excellent clinical work
Ensure clinical compliance with new initiatives, protocols and purchasing
Through line management of the veterinary team, identify development needs and provide or coordinate clinical mentorship to ensure clinical best practice and individual vet career progression, working with the CST
Support the Head RVN in ensuring the nursing and ACA teams deliver exceptional care as a key part of the clinical team
Promote preventative healthcare (to include but not limited to vaccinations, parasite prevention, PHP and Pet Insurance etc) to all clients to facilitate the highest level of veterinary care
Lead on a culture of valuing the clinical work delivered by the team, to ensure transparency around the cost of clinical work, estimating, and accurate billing

Operational responsibilities:

Working with the Regional Director and business partners, play a key role in the development of the annual business plan for the clinic, and then lead on the delivery of this plan, across quality, people, client and commercial sustainability
Be accountable at clinic level for achieving and surpassing yearly and monthly clinic targets across the Profit and Loss account, and broadly across Key Performance Indicators
Work with the Regional Director to report on the clinic performance on a monthly basis
Lead on ensuring clinic compliance with any new operational initiatives and protocols
Lead on team engagement, ensuring all team members have an effective relationship with their line manager, to facilitate a culture of feedback and development, with psychological safety at its core, and thereby driving retention

This list is not exhaustive, and there may be additional leadership duties required to ensure the effective running of the clinic. While at work all staff are required to take care of their own health and safety and that of others who may be affected by their acts and omissions & co-operate with Village Vets policies and procedures. Education, experience and skills:

Professional/Technical Qualification MVB Further qualification in leadership, finance or further clinical training
Strong interest and experience in surgery

Experience & Job Knowledge:

At least 4 years qualified Experience leading a team and managing a P&L

Skills & Competencies:

Excellent communication skills (written & oral).
Excellent time management
Strong emotional intelligence
Ability to work autonomously
Confident and competent decision making skills
Ability to work in a team
An ability to get tasks done effectively and efficiently Coaching and/or people leadership experience/qualifications
Financial acumen

Personal Qualities:

Excellent standard of personal presentation
Professional approach to customer service
Self motivated to work independently without constant supervision
Trustworthy with a conscientious approach to work
Confidence, warmth and a good sense of humour

Salary range of 65-75k + Bonus and Additional Lead Vet Supplement

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Lead Veterinary Surgeon – Greyabbey Vet Clinic (Kildare)

Full-Time

kildare

Posted 2 weeks ago

Co. Kildare, Ireland Full Time

Compensation: €70,000 to €75,000 Annually

Maternity / Paternity / Adoptive Leave Benefits, Healthcare, CPD, Gym Sub, Charity Day and more

We are looking for a lead veterinarian to join our team! Summary of Job Purpose and Function We are looking for a Lead Veterinary Surgeon to come and join our team of highly skilled vets and nurses at our Greyabbey Vet Clinic, part of the Village Vets family. The Lead Veterinary Surgeon role is a key role in the Village Vets leadership team and has overarching responsibility for the holistic performance of the clinic and team under their leadership. This is an exciting role, with autonomy in clinic leadership, to ensure that their team delivers the highest quality of patient care, alongside first-class customer service and high team engagement. Reporting to the Regional Director, this role has responsibility for delivering the business plan for the clinic working alongside other business partner functions. As a Veterinary Surgeon, they will primarily perform clinical duties in accordance with the standards and values upheld by Village Vets & the Veterinary Council of Ireland. Leadership:

Be an ambassador for Village Vets, demonstrating the values and principles of the company both internally and externally

Lead the clinic team with a positive mindset, providing coaching and mentoring support to direct reports and the wider team, with the support of business partners, building positive relationships at all levels

Be a clear and motivational communicator to the clinic team and Village Vets more widely and lead on communicating internal clinical, operational and group messages to the team through regular meetings, providing relevant feedback to the Medical Team and Regional Director where appropriate

Work collaboratively with operational, medical and other support functions to set the strategic direction of the clinic within the wider Village Vets strategy

Actively promote equality, diversity and inclusion, recognising and celebrating best practice and achievements within the team

Clinical responsibilities:

Be the named person for PAS Accreditation for the clinic, and lead on ensuring compliance with the VCI COS regulations

Demonstrate sound clinical judgement, and lead the team in clinical best practice to promote the importance of excellent clinical work

Ensure clinical compliance with new initiatives, protocols and purchasing

Through line management of the veterinary team, identify development needs and provide or coordinate clinical mentorship to ensure clinical best practice and individual vet career progression, working with the Medical Team

Support the Head RVN in ensuring the nursing and ACA teams deliver exceptional care as a key part of the clinical team

Promote preventative healthcare (to include but not limited to vaccinations, parasite prevention, PHP and Pet Insurance etc) to all clients to facilitate the highest level of veterinary care

Lead on a culture of valuing the clinical work delivered by the team, to ensure transparency around the cost of clinical work, estimating, and accurate billing

Operational responsibilities:

Working with the Regional Director and business partners, play a key role in the development of the annual business plan for the clinic, and then lead on the delivery of this plan, across quality, people, client and commercial sustainability

Be accountable at clinic level for achieving and surpassing yearly and monthly clinic targets across the Profit and Loss account, and broadly across Key Performance Indicators

Work with the Regional Director to report on the clinic performance on a monthly basis

Lead on ensuring clinic compliance with any new operational initiatives and protocols

Lead on team engagement, ensuring all team members have an effective relationship with their line manager, to facilitate a culture of feedback and development, with psychological safety at its core, and thereby driving retention

Criteria	Essential	Desirable
Professional/Technical Qualification	MVB	Further qualification in leadership, finance or further clinical training
Experience & Job Knowledge	At least 3 years qualified	Experience leading a team and managing a P&L
Skills & Competencies	Excellent communication skills (written & oral). Excellent time management Strong emotional intelligence Ability to work autonomously Confident and competent decision-making skills Ability to work in a team An ability to get tasks done effectively and efficiently	Coaching and/or people leadership experience/qualifications Financial acumen
Personal Qualities	Excellent standard of personal presentation Professional approach to customer service Self-motivated to work independently without constant supervision Trustworthy with a conscientious approach to work Confidence, warmth and a good sense of humour

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Co. Kildare, Ireland Full Time Compensation: €70,000 to €75,000 Annually Maternity / Paternity / Adoptive Leave Benefits, Healthcare, CPD, Gym Sub, Charity Day and more

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Rotating Veterinary Surgeon – 6 Month Contract (Dublin and Meath)

Ashbourne

Posted 2 weeks ago

Job description: Rotating Veterinary Surgeon Contract Role - 6 Month Contract no Weekends

Location: Village Vets - Dublin and Meath

Reports to: Lead Vet in a location

Job purpose

Are you an experienced veterinary surgeon looking for a dynamic role that offers variety, challenge, and the chance to work across multiple locations? At Village Vets, we provide the highest standards of patient care, and we’re looking for a skilled professional who can hit the ground running.

In this role, you’ll have the unique opportunity to work across several of our clinics, collaborating with different teams and specialists within our business. You’ll gain exposure to a diverse caseload, enhancing your skills while benefiting from the expertise of a supportive and knowledgeable team.

Our ideal candidate is confident in both surgery and medicine, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and enjoys the variety that comes with working across multiple locations. If you're ready for an exciting new challenge, we’d love to hear from you!

Responsibilities:

Diagnose, treat and care for all patients to the standard upheld by Village Vets
Investigate and treat cases within the practice as completely as possible within the practice before referring to the needs of the patient
Perform a range of surgical procedures, including routine spays/neuters, among others with confidence and precision
Manage preoperative and post operative patient care independently, ensuring optimal pain management and recovery outcomes
Handle emergency surgical cases efficiently, making critical decisions under pressure while maintaining high standards of patient safety and welfare
Assume full responsibility to patients, ensuring that care is appropriate and of the highest standard
Keep medical records up to date and ensure billing is accurate
Prescribe and dispense medications correctly and safely, and help maintain adequate stock levels
Communicate effectively with clients, giving estimates and relevant information on diagnostics and treatment plans to allow informed decision-making
Promote the Pet Health Plans and Pet Insurance to all clients to facilitate the highest level of veterinary care
Ensure that all bills are priced correctly
Maintain membership of the VCI and be familiar with the legislation affecting the practice of veterinary medicine in Ireland.
Adhere to the guidelines of practice as stated in the VCI Guide to Professional Conduct and remain up to date with CPD requirements.
Always behave in a manner which serves to instill confidence in our profession in the minds of the team, individual clients and the wider general public.
Carry out any ad hoc veterinary or administrative duties that may arise through the normal course of the day within the clinic or as advised
Complete all tasks, duties and procedures efficiently and accurately.
Be responsible for creating and maintaining outstanding client experience throughout the whole team.

Knowledge & Skills

Criteria	Essential	Desirable
Professional/Technical Qualification	Current registration with VCI MVB or Equivalent Full Driving Licence	Further qualification specific to Veterinary training
Experience & Job Knowledge	Previous 3+ years' experience in a small animal veterinary practice Interest in working in progressive practice as part of team	Dentistry Competent and Experienced
Skills & Competencies	Ability to investigate and treat clinical cases appropriately. Surgical skills appropriate to level of experience. Sole charge competency Excellent communication skills (written & oral). Ability to work well in fast-paced environment. Excellent time management. Ability to make clinical decisions. Ability to work autonomously. Confident and competent decision-making skills. Ability to provide training and direction to others. Ability to work as part of a team.
Personal Qualities	Excellent standard of personal presentation. Professional, progressive approach to clinical diagnostics, treatment and care. Self-motivated to work independently without constant supervision. Trustworthy with a conscious approach to work.

NB: This job description is developed to help you gain a better understanding of the job role and is by no means exhaustive.

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Experienced Veterinary Surgeon (Cabra)

Village Vets

Full-Time

Cabra

Posted 2 weeks ago

Job description: Veterinary Surgeon Location: Village Vets Cabra Reports to: Lead Vet Salary: 50,000-60,000 We are looking for a Registered Veterinary Surgeon with 3+ years experience to come and join our team of highly skilled vets and nurses at our practice based in Village Vets Cabra. Our Cabra branch opened as a proud member of the Village Vets family in 1996, having previously spent time as a poodle parlour! We have three consult rooms, two surgery theatres, dental suite, separate dog and cat wards, an in-house lab, a scanning room and diagnostic facilities including digital x-ray, ultrasound and dental x-ray. We’re easy to get to with train, bus, and Luas line stops all a short walk away. Within Village Vets we have a Medical Team that can provide you with the training you may need. Our family of veterinary practices is constantly growing as a result of the fantastic work our Vets, Nurses and care team do every day. We are looking for great people to join our team. Within our teams we have experienced vets and nurses including Certificate holders in Diagnostic Imaging, Ophthalmology, Dermatology, Endoscopy, ECC and Anaesthesia. We operate to a very high standard of Veterinary Medicine and our practice is fully equipped with excellent surgical, diagnostic, and medical equipment. Our ideal candidates will have a strong desire to work in small animal practice and be highly motivated, hard-working, and will be team players. In Village Vets we strive to provide the best standard of care to our patients and the best service to our clients. We are proud to support our staff with a comprehensive CPD program and we welcome and encourage any interest in further education. We do not have any out of hours service during the week or weekends. Job purpose To conduct primary responsibilities as a veterinary surgeon in accordance with the standards and values upheld by Village Vets & the Veterinary Council of Ireland, contributing to the highest quality animal care, excellent staff relationships & customer service. In addition, carry out secondary responsibility duties, to assist in the efficient running of the veterinary clinic as directed by the Lead Vet or Regional Director. Principal accountabilities:

Diagnose, treat and care for all patients to the standard upheld by Village Vets
Investigate and treat cases within the practice as completely as possible within the practice before referring, according to the needs of the patient
Assume full responsibility for patients, ensuring that care after-hours or after referral is appropriate and of the highest standard, and that handover of cases is done effectively
Keep medical records up to date and accurate
Prescribe and dispense medications correctly and safely, and help maintain adequate stock levels
Communicate effectively with clients, giving estimates and relevant information on diagnostics and treatment plans to allow informed decision-making regarding treatment.
Provide and maintain an outstanding client experience throughout the whole practice across all mediums (face-to-face, phone, email, social media, website etc.)
Promote the Pet Health Plans and Pet Insurance to all clients to facilitate the highest level of veterinary care.
Communicate effectively with the team in the clinic to ensure patients and clients are treated with the highest level of care and compassion, to the standard upheld by Village Vets
Provide appropriate veterinary training to all staff in order to assist with best practice measures.
Help maintain the appearance and daily running of the clinic to the standard upheld by Village Vets
Ensure that all bills are priced correctly
Maintain membership of the VCI and be familiar with the legislation affecting the practice of veterinary medicine in Ireland.
Adhere to the guidelines of practice as stated in the VCI Guide to Professional Conduct and remain up to date with CPD requirements.
Behave at all times in a manner which serves to instil confidence in our profession in the minds of the team, individual clients and the wider general public.
Carry out any ad hoc veterinary or administrative duties that may arise through the normal course of the day within the clinic or as advised by head nurse/lead vet.
Complete all tasks, duties and procedures efficiently and accurately.
Be responsible for creating and maintaining an outstanding client experience throughout the whole team.

Administrative duties:

Complete referral letters and accompanying medical histories.
Prepare all relevant paperwork for external laboratories.
Complete pet passports where applicable.
Sign off vaccination records.
Complete insurance claim forms if and when necessary.


Criteria	Essential	Desirable
Professional/Technical Qualification	MVB or equivalent Current registration with VCI	Further qualification specific to Veterinary training
Experience & Job Knowledge	Interest in working in progressive practice as part of team	3-4 years previous experience in a small animal veterinary practice
Skills & Competencies	Ability to investigate and treat clinical cases appropriately Surgical skills appropriate to level of experience Excellent communication skills (written & oral). Ability to work well in fast paced environment. Excellent time management Ability to make clinical decisions . Ability to work autonomously. Confident and competent decision making skills. Ability to provide training and direction to other. Ability to work in team.
Personal Qualities	Excellent standard of personal presentation. Professional, progressive approach to clinical diagnostics, treatment and care. Self motivated to work independently without constant supervision. Trustworthy with a conscious approach to work.

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Job description: Veterinary Surgeon Location: Village Vets Cabra Reports to: Lead Vet Salary: 50,000-60,000 We are looking for a Registered Veterinary Surgeon with 3+ years

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Emergency & Critical Care Veterinary Surgeon (Dundrum)

Dundrum

Posted 2 weeks ago

Job description: Emergency & Critical Care Veterinary Surgeon Location: Village Vets Dundrum Reports to: Hospital Manager Salary: 70,000-85,000 Have you dreamed of working in ECC? Do you thrive in emergency situations? Do you want to enable the provision of world class care 24/7? If you said YES, YES and YES, then keep reading. At Village Vets, we take pride in our dedication to delivering the highest standards of veterinary care and with the opening of Dundrum 24hrs we will be able to continue to deliver Village Vets care throughout the nights and on weekends. As a valued ECC Vet, you will have a strong desire to work in emergency care service. The ideal candidate will be highly motivated, hard-working, and a team player. In Village Vets we strive to provide the best standard of care to our patients and the best service to our clients. We are proud to support our staff with a comprehensive CPD program, and we welcome and encourage any interest in further education. This is an exciting opportunity to be a part of our brand new Out of Hours emergency care service, allowing us to provide 24/7 care to our patients. Job Purpose: Emergency and Critical Care Veterinary Surgeon At Village Vets, we are dedicated to delivering the highest standard of veterinary care to our patients and providing exceptional support to their owners. As an Emergency and Critical Care Veterinary Surgeon, your primary purpose is to lead the diagnosis, treatment, and management of critically ill and injured animals, ensuring they receive compassionate and effective care during their most vulnerable moments. You will play a pivotal role in providing 24hr emergency care, and stabilising and treating critical patients while upholding the values of excellence and empathy that define Village Vets. By working collaboratively with a skilled and supportive team, you will ensure the well-being of our patients, build trust with their families, and contribute to advancing the overall standard of care within our practice. This role requires a commitment to professional growth, teamwork, and the delivery of exceptional veterinary medicine to ensure every patient receives the best possible outcomes. This night ECC Vet role will allow you to have a great working life balance with a rota of 7 on 14 off at a very competitive salary. Key Responsibilities of an Emergency and Critical Care Veterinary Surgeon:

Patient Assessment and Triage:
1. Rapidly assess incoming emergency cases to prioritise treatment based on the severity of the condition.
2. Perform thorough physical examinations and develop initial diagnostic and treatment plans.
Critical Decision-Making:
1. Make prompt decisions in life-threatening situations, ensuring the best possible outcomes for patients.
2. Evaluate risks and benefits to determine the most appropriate interventions.
Emergency Procedures and Treatments:
1. Perform lifesaving procedures, such as wound management, stabilisation of trauma patients, CPR, and surgical interventions.
2. Administer emergency therapies, including blood transfusions, oxygen therapy, and pain management.
Diagnostic Workups:
1. Perform and interpret diagnostic tests, including blood work, imaging studies (X-rays, ultrasound), and urinalysis.
2. Develop differential diagnoses and adjust treatment plans based on test results.
Surgical Expertise:
1. Safely induce and manage anaesthesia in critical patients.
2. Perform emergency surgeries, such as exploratory laparotomies, GDV surgery, gastrotomy and enterotomies, splenectomy, and trauma repair.
3. Ensure aseptic technique and patient stability during and after surgery.
Intensive Patient Management:
1. Oversee and guide the care of critically ill patients requiring continuous monitoring and support.
2. Design and implement individualized treatment protocols, including fluid therapy, nutritional support, and medication administration.
3. Place and manage feeding tubes (oesophagostomy or nasogastric) to ensure adequate nutrition for patients unable to eat.
4. Insert and monitor chest drains for the management of pleural effusion or pneumothorax.
5. Place and manage urinary catheters to monitor output and address issues such as urinary obstruction.
Client Communication and Support:
1. Communicate complex medical information and treatment plans to pet owners in a compassionate and clear manner.
2. Provide emotional support and guidance to clients facing difficult decisions regarding their pet’s care.
Team Leadership and Collaboration:
1. Lead the veterinary team during emergencies, delegating tasks effectively and ensuring cohesive team performance.
2. Collaborate with nurses and ACAs to deliver comprehensive patient care.
Record Keeping and Documentation:
1. Maintain detailed and accurate medical records for all patients.
2. Document diagnostic findings, treatments, and client communications for legal and continuity of care purposes.
Equipment and Facility Management:
1. Ensure the availability and functionality of emergency and critical care equipment, such as ventilators, defibrillators, and monitors.
2. Monitor inventory of medications and supplies to maintain readiness for emergencies.
Education and Mentorship:
1. Provide training and guidance to junior veterinarians, nurses, and support staff if required.
2. Stay updated on advancements in emergency and critical care medicine through continuing education and professional development.
Ethical and Compassionate Decision-Making:
1. Balance clinical decisions with ethical considerations, focusing on the welfare and quality of life of patients.
2. Offer humane end-of-life care and support when appropriate.

Criteria	Essential	Desirable
Professional/Technical Qualification	Current registration with VCI MVB or Equivalent 3+ years post-graduation experience in small animal care	Further qualification specific to ECC
Experience & Job Knowledge	Triage Management: Recognising and prioritising cases based on severity and urgency Diagnostic Expertise: Ability to quickly assess and diagnose a wide range of conditions under pressure, often with limited information or resources. Interpreting diagnostic tools (radiographs, ultrasound, blood work, etc.). Surgical Proficiency: Competence in emergency procedures such as: Wound repair GDV, splenectomy, exploratory laparotomy Penetrating foreign bodies Emergency Stabilisation Skills: Proficient in advanced life support (e.g., CPR, fluid therapy, oxygen delivery). Familiarity with managing shock, haemorrhage, seizures, collapse and respiratory distress. Management of metabolic emergencies e.g DKA, urethral obstruction management of poisonings. Pharmacology Knowledge: Understanding emergency medications, and dosages Clear and Compassionate Communication: Explaining diagnoses, treatment plans, and costs under emotional circumstances. Providing clear updates and discharge instructions	Previous experience of small animal veterinary practice
Personal Qualities	Dealing with Emotional Situations Supporting distressed pet owners with empathy. Delivering difficult news with sensitivity. Excellent standard of personal presentation. Professional, progressive approach to clinical diagnostics, treatment and care. Self-motivated to work independently without constant supervision. Trustworthy with a conscious approach to work.	Previous experience working in a busy emergency hospital and/or in a referral hospital

Benefits:

Great work life balance with 7 days on and 14days off rotas
Holidays are pro rata and included in base salary
Professional fees paid for VCI and VDS
Gym contributions, health plan, and cycle-to-work scheme

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Job description: Emergency & Critical Care Veterinary Surgeon Location: Village Vets Dundrum Reports to: Hospital Manager Salary: 70,000-85,000 Have you dreamed of working in ECC?

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As a receptionist in Village Vets Beaumont I get to meet, greet and welcome all our wonderful clients and their animals to the clinic whether that be a very serious emergency and comforting a client who is understandably upset, to welcoming a puppy or kitten into the practice with lots of cuddles and hugs. I truly love animals and I’m passionate about their care. My own pets have given me so much joy in the past and I love that that working as a receptionist in Village Vets I get to help others access a similar experience.

Ana

Beaumont and the surrounding areas are an incredible, warm and family friendly area. The community is so close and love their animals. The village vets clinic is in the heart of an area where people consider animals as a part of their family, and are happy to do the best for their furry babies. We are blessed to have such amazing patients with the most dedicated and loving clients.

Bernadette

As an Animal Care Assistant, I get to turn my love for animals into a part of my everyday work. My days are dedicated to supporting the health and happiness of people’s pets. I’m so lucky to work with such a supportive and skilled team who share the same passion for animal care. Together, I like to think we make a positive difference in the lives of animals.

Sarah

Working as a veterinary nurse in Village Vets Beaumont has been one of the most rewarding experiences of my life. Every day, I get to be a part of an amazing team where we all work together to make a real difference in the lives of animals and their families every day. I couldn’t imagine working with a better team.

Sorcha

As an Animal Care Assistant at Village Vets Beaumont, I’ve had the incredible opportunity to work alongside a dedicated and compassionate team. Every day, I assist with providing high-quality care to a wide variety of animals, from routine check-ups to emergency procedures. The experience has greatly expanded my knowledge of animal health and welfare, while also enhancing my communication skills with both pet owners and colleagues. The supportive environment at Village Vets fosters continuous learning, and I’m proud to contribute to the well-being of the animals in our care. It’s truly rewarding to be part of such a skilled and compassionate team that puts animals first.

Blaithin

Very friendly staff who didn’t mind that we were very late for our emergency appointment.

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