Experienced Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon – Wicklow, Ireland

Location: Wicklow, Ireland
Salary: €50,000 – €65,000 DOE
Full-time or Part-time | Flexible Monday–Friday Rota | 1:4 Saturdays | 1:13 Sundays

The Vet Office is recruiting an Experienced Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon to join a friendly and progressive practice in beautiful County Wicklow. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced vet looking for flexibility, a varied caseload, and a supportive team that values clinical excellence and professional development.

Whether you're seeking full-time or part-time hours, this practice offers an excellent work-life balance within a collaborative and well-equipped environment.

The Role

As a Veterinary Surgeon, you will:

• Provide high-quality medical and surgical care to small animal patients.
• Diagnose, investigate and manage a wide variety of medical and surgical cases.
• Take full responsibility for patient care, ensuring excellent case continuity.
• Perform consultations, routine surgeries and medical case work-ups.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date clinical records.
• Prescribe and dispense medications appropriately while supporting stock management.
• Communicate clearly with clients, discussing treatment plans and providing estimates.
• Promote preventative healthcare and pet wellness plans.
• Work closely with the veterinary and nursing team to provide outstanding patient care.
• Support colleagues through knowledge sharing and clinical guidance.
• Ensure accurate billing and maintain high clinical standards.

About You

We are looking for someone who has:

• MVB, DVM or an equivalent Veterinary Degree.
• Eligibility for registration with the Veterinary Council of Ireland (VCI).
• At least 3 years' experience in small animal practice.
• Confidence in consultations, routine surgery and case management.
• A particular interest in surgery would be highly desirable.
• Excellent communication and client care skills.
• A proactive attitude and commitment to continuous professional development.
• The ability to work collaboratively within a supportive team.

The Practice Offers

• Competitive salary of €50,000 – €65,000, depending on experience.
• Flexible working rota.
• Full-time or part-time opportunities available.
• Excellent work-life balance.
• Pension scheme.
• Health cash plan.
• Gym membership contribution.
• Free pet healthcare plan.
• Paid charity day.
• Additional annual leave based on length of service.
• Generous CPD allowance.
• Certificate funding available.
• Access to webinars, online learning platforms and structured professional development.
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoptive benefits.
• Bike to Work Scheme.
• Statutory sick pay.
• Friendly, experienced and supportive team.
• Genuine opportunities for career progression.

Requirements

• Eligible to work in Ireland.
• Eligible for VCI registration.
• Passionate about delivering exceptional patient care and excellent client service.

Interested?

If you're looking to continue your veterinary career in a supportive practice while enjoying everything County Wicklow has to offer, we'd love to hear from you.

Send your CV in confidence to [email protected] REF: Vets Wicklow