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Veterinary Nurse RVN (Kilmainham)

Full-Time
Kilmainham
Posted 12 hours ago
Job description: Veterinary Nurse RVN  Location: Village Vets Kilmainham Reports to: Head Nurse & Lead Vet  Salary: €32,000 - €35,000 DOE Experience: Minimum 1 year   Are you ready to join the party? Come work alongside exceptional veterinary professionals in a supportive, high-quality environment!    About the job  We are looking for a RVN to join our work family at Village Vets Kilmainham.  In Village Vets Kilmainham take pride in our work and are dedicated to delivering the highest standards of animal care. You will work alongside a team of highly qualified vets, nurses ACA’s and receptionists, and support is provided both on site and through centrally organised CPD.   We strive to create a happy workplace for all staff as well as our patients, and we value the importance of a healthy work-life balance, lunch breaks, predictability and lots of snacks!  In a job that can be stressful at times, we all work to support each other in everything we do. As a part of our nursing team, 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 nurses and lead vet.    What we offer:    
  • A fun and supportive work environment 
  • Regular waffle days and lots of snacks 
  • Staff events 
  • Competitive salaries 
  • Paid VCI/VDS fees 
  • Practice health insurance contribution 
  • Healthy work-life balance 
  • Pension contributions 
  • Paid sick leave 
  • Paid maternity/paternity leave 
  • Bike to work scheme 
  • Paid charity day leave 
  • Length of service holidays 
  • Gym membership subsidy 
  • Free pet health plan 
  • Career progression support 
  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. 
  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    The ideal candidate will have minimum 1 year experience.    Specification for a Veterinary Nurse  

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. 
 

 
      Job Context 
  • See the operational & customer service fundamentals as an essential part of this document. 
  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 Kilmainham Reports to: Head Nurse & Lead Vet  Salary: €32,000 – €35,000 DOE Experience: Minimum 1 year

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Rotating Veterinary Surgeon – Meath, Kildare & Louth

Full-Time
Meath Kildare Louth
Posted 19 hours ago
Job description: Rotating Veterinary Surgeon- no weekends Location: Village Vets - Multiple Locations Meath, Kildare & Louth Reports to: Lead Vet in a location   Salary: Up to €65,000 -€70,000 DOE    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 in Meath, Kildare and Louth, 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.
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   

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 including surgery 
  • 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. 

Job Features

Job description: Rotating Veterinary Surgeon- no weekends Location: Village Vets – Multiple Locations Meath, Kildare & Louth Reports to: Lead Vet in a location   Salary:

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Rotating Veterinary Surgeon, Dublin North

Full-Time
North Dublin
Posted 19 hours ago
Job description: Rotating Veterinary Surgeon- no weekends Location: Village Vets - Multiple Locations Dublin North Reports to: Lead Vet in a location   Salary: Up to €65,000 -€70,000 DOE    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 North Dublin 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.
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   

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 including surgery 
  • 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. 

Job Features

Job description: Rotating Veterinary Surgeon- no weekends Location: Village Vets – Multiple Locations Dublin North Reports to: Lead Vet in a location   Salary: Up to

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Experienced Veterinary Surgeon (Dundrum)

Full-Time
Dundrum
Posted 7 days ago
Job description: Veterinary Surgeon Location: Village Vets Dundrum Reports to: Lead Vet Salary: €45,000 - €65,000 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 Dundrum, South Dublin branch, joined the Village Vets family in 2013 and is well equipped with modern facilities including three consult rooms, a dedicated dental room and separate cat and dog wards. We even play relaxing classical music to keep our cats calm, with more lively stations played to keep our dogs company! 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 1-2 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 Dundrum Reports to: Lead Vet Salary: €45,000 – €65,000 DOE   Job purpose Are you ready to work alongside exceptional veteri...

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Part time – Experienced Veterinary Surgeon – 6 month contract (Douglas, Cork)

Part-Time
Douglas
Posted 1 week ago
Job description: Experienced Veterinary Surgeon  Location: Village Vets Douglas, Co. Cork Reports to: Lead Vet    We are looking for a part time Registered Veterinary Surgeon to come and join our team. You will be joining a team of highly skilled vets and nurses at our practice based in Douglas, Co Cork. Our family veterinary practice 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 skilled in surgery, 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.
  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
  • 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
  • Previous experience of 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

Job description: Experienced Veterinary Surgeon  Location: Village Vets Douglas, Co. Cork Reports to: Lead Vet    We are looking for a part time Registered Veterinary

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Veterinary Nurse RVN (Northside Dublin)

Full-Time
Cabra, Coolock
Posted 1 week ago
Job description: Veterinary Nurse RVN  Location: Village Vets Coolock & Cabra Reports to: Head Nurse & Lead Vet  Salary: €34,000 - €38,000 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 Coolock branch joined as a proud member of the Village Vets family in 2016 and is situated inside the Maxi Zoo pet shop. 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 to see us as comfortable as possible.
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.
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. 
  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 Nurse  

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 Coolock & Cabra Reports to: Head Nurse & Lead Vet  Salary: €34,000 – €38,000 DOE   Job

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Experienced Veterinary Surgeon (Ashbourne)

Full-Time
Ashbourne
Posted 2 weeks 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.   

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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 2 weeks 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. 
  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 Nurse 
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.   

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Experienced Veterinary Surgeon (Coolock)

Full-Time
Coolock
Posted 3 weeks 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.
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
  • 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.

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Veterinary Nurse RVN (South Dublin)-Full-time or Part-time

Full-Time, Part-Time
South Dublin
Posted 3 weeks ago
Job description: Veterinary Nurse RVN  Location: Village Vets Southside Dublin  Reports to: Head Nurse & Lead Vet Salary: €32,000 - €38,000 DOE  We are open to candidates looking for full-time and part-time positions    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. 
  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 Nurse  

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.   

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Lead Veterinary Surgeon – Lissenhall Veterinary Hospital (Swords)

Full-Time
Posted 4 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 4 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 
  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:     
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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Experienced Veterinary Surgeon (Cabra)

Village Vets
Full-Time
Cabra
Posted 4 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.
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
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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Experienced Veterinary Surgeon (Cork)

Cork
Posted 1 month ago
We are looking for an experienced veterinarian to join our team! If you're dedicated, compassionate, and ready to make a difference in the lives of animals and their owners, we'd love to hear from you.   Village Vets Mission: Making lives better through excellence in veterinary care while truly caring for the best interests of our patients, customers and colleagues.  We are looking for an experienced Registered Veterinary Surgeon to come and join our highly skilled team team at Cashman Veterinary Hospital, part of the Village Vets family Founded in 1983, Cashman Veterinary Hospital has long been a trusted name in animal healthcare in Cork. With clinics in Glanmire and Cobh, the practice has built a strong reputation for compassionate, community-focused service.  Our ideal candidates will have a strong desire to work in small animal practice and be highly motivated, hard-working, and a team player. We are looking for someone with 2+ years experience, who has a strong interest in surgery and medicine. 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 our clinics & 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.)
  • Communicate effectively with the team in the clinic to ensure patients and clients are treated with the highest level of care and compassion 
  • 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 
  • 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. 
  Ability to commute/relocate: Cork: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required) Application question(s): Are you VCI registered?  Experience: Veterinary: 3+ years (required) 

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Experienced & New Graduate Veterinary Nurse(Cork)

Full-Time
Cork
Posted 1 month ago
We are looking for both an experienced veterinary nurse and a new graduate veterinary nurse to join our amazing team in Cashman 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.  Village Vets Mission: Making lives better through excellence in veterinary care while truly caring for the best interests of our patients, customers and colleagues.  Founded in 1983, Cashman Veterinary Hospital has long been a trusted name in animal healthcare in Cork. With clinics in Glanmire and Cobh, the practice has built a strong reputation for compassionate, community-focused service.  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. 
  • 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 Nurse 
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. 

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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.
Chris McCauley
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, 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
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.
Lorraine Walker

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