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Dunshaughlin
Posted 18 hours ago
Village Vets was born in 1980 when Karl Cosgrave took over our Dunshaughlin practice, and we’ve continued to provide the very best veterinary care to the pets in our community ever since, renovating the building in 2022 to make the best use of our space.  We have three large consult rooms, separate cat and dog wards, and a diagnostic imaging room including dental x-ray equipment. We have a large, airy reception, and we’re passionate about fear-free techniques to help make every one of our patients’ visits as comfortable as possible.   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 a Registered Veterinary Surgeon to come and join our team of highly skilled vets and nurses at our practice based in Dunshaughlin, Co.Meath.  Within Village Vets we have a Clinical Support Team and a Surgical Mentor that can provide you with the training you may need.  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 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 1-2 years 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. 
  

Village Vets was born in 1980 when Karl Cosgrave took over our Dunshaughlin practice, and we’ve continued to provide the very best veterinary care to

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Full-Time
Bray
Posted 1 week ago
Co. Wicklow, Ireland Full Time Compensation: €45,000 to €65,000 Annually Maternity/Paternity/ Adoptive Leave Benefits, Healthcare, CPD, Gym Sub, Charity Day and more   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 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.   We have a Clinical Support Team and a Surgical Mentor that can provide you with the training you may need. 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 a team player. We are looking for someone with 3+ years experience, who has a strong interest in surgery and ultrasound. 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: CO. Wicklow: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)   Application question(s): Are you VCI registered?   Experience: Veterinary: 3+ years (required)

Co. Wicklow, Ireland Full Time Compensation: €45,000 to €65,000 Annually Maternity/Paternity/ Adoptive Leave Benefits, Healthcare, CPD, Gym Sub, Charity Day and more   Village Vets

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Lusk
Posted 3 weeks ago
Job description: Veterinary Nurse RVN  Location: Village Vets  Reports to: Lead Vet and Head Nurse    Job purpose  To conduct primary responsibilities as a veterinary nurse in accordance to 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 head nurse & area manager.     Principal accountabilities 
  • Assist veterinary surgeon in veterinary procedures including anaesthetics & surgical operations. 
  • Administer treatments (e.g. injections, medication, fluid therapy, dressing, first aid, euthanasia) as directed by the veterinary surgeon & where permitted, undertake minor surgical procedures. 
  • Nurse & 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 & accurate clinical records  
  • Assist with front of house duties & 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. 
   

 
   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 description: Veterinary Nurse RVN  Location: Village Vets  Reports to: Lead Vet and Head Nurse    Job purpose  To conduct primary responsibilities as a veterinary

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Beaumont
Posted 3 weeks ago
Job description Veterinary Surgeon  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 a Registered Veterinary Surgeon to come and join our team of highly skilled vets and nurses at our practice based in Beaumont.    Within Village Vets we have a Clinical Support Team and a Surgical Mentor that can provide you with the training you may need.  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 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.    Ability to commute/relocate: 
  • CO. Dublin: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required) 
  Application question(s): 
  • Are you VCI registered? 
  Experience: 
  • Veterinary: 3 years (required) 
  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 1-2 years 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 description Veterinary Surgeon  Village Vets Mission: Making lives better through excellence in veterinary care while truly caring for the best interests of our patients,

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Posted 1 month ago
Job description: Veterinary Surgeon Contract Role - 6 Month Contract with option to extend  Location: Village Vets - Multiple Locations North Dublin  Reports to: Lead Vet in a location   Salary: Up to €60,000 Pro Rated    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 wide range of surgical procedures, including routine spays/neuters, soft tissue surgeries, and orthopaedic interventions, 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 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 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. 
  • 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 by head nurse/lead vet. 
  • Complete all tasks, duties and procedures efficiently and accurately. 
  • Be responsible for creating and maintaining 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 Nurse  

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. 

Job description: Veterinary Surgeon Contract Role – 6 Month Contract with option to extend  Location: Village Vets – Multiple Locations North Dublin  Reports to: Lead

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Posted 1 month ago
Job description: Veterinary Surgeon Contract Role- 6 Month Contract with option to extend  Location: Village Vets - Multiple Locations Dublin  Reports to: Lead Vet in a location   Salary: Up to €60,000 Pro Rated    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 wide range of surgical procedures, including routine spays/neuters, soft tissue surgeries, and orthopaedic interventions, 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 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 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 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 Nurse  

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. 

Job description: Veterinary Surgeon Contract Role- 6 Month Contract with option to extend  Location: Village Vets – Multiple Locations Dublin  Reports to: Lead Vet in

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Posted 2 months ago
Job description: Veterinary Nurse RVN  Location: Village Vets  Reports to: Head Nurse & Lead Vet    Due to the expansion of our team, we are looking for a Nurse to join our exceptional team in our newly refurbished Sandyford clinic, conveniently located in the centre of Sandyford. Our Sandyford branch opened as a proud member of the Village Vets family in 2006, and has three consult rooms, dedicated surgical and dental suites, an in-house lab and x-ray, and ultrasound diagnostics.    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. 
   

 
   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 description: Veterinary Nurse RVN  Location: Village Vets  Reports to: Head Nurse & Lead Vet    Due to the expansion of our team, we are

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Job description Veterinary Surgeon  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 a Registered Veterinary Surgeon to come and join our team of highly skilled vets and nurses at our practice based in Lusk.    Within Village Vets we have a Clinical Support Team and a Surgical Mentor that can provide you with the training you may need.  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 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.    Ability to commute/relocate: 
  • CO. Dublin: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required) 
  Application question(s): 
  • Are you VCI registered? 
  Experience: 
  • Veterinary: 3 years (required) 
  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 1-2 years 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 description Veterinary Surgeon  Village Vets Mission: Making lives better through excellence in veterinary care while truly caring for the best interests of our patients,