Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal - FTC
Raheny Veterinary Hospital, Dublin
Discipline: Small Animal
Full Time
Up to €60,000 DOE

VETERINARY SURGEON – SMALL ANIMAL – FTC

Location: Raheny Veterinary Hospital | Dublin
Contract: Full-time | Fixed Term Contract (Maternity Cover)
Salary: Up to €60,000 DOE + Excellent Company Benefits
We are currently seeking an experienced Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon to join the dedicated team at Raheny Veterinary Hospital on a fixed-term contract to cover maternity leave. This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled vet to join a well-established, forward-thinking practice and contribute to the ongoing delivery of high-quality veterinary care in North Dublin.
This role is ideal for a confident clinician who thrives in a busy, team oriented environment. You’ll work alongside a collaborative group of veterinary professionals and have access to an impressive array of diagnostic and surgical equipment.

ABOUT US – RAHENY VETERINARY HOSPITAL

Located in the heart of North Dublin, Raheny Veterinary Hospital has proudly served the local community for over 30 years. We offer a comprehensive range of veterinary services, from preventative care to complex surgical procedures, and work closely with local rescue groups as part of our commitment to animal welfare.

Our facilities include:

• Two fully equipped operating theatres
• In-house laboratory
• Ultrasound, radiography, ECG, blood pressure monitoring
• Dental suite with dental x-ray
• Endoscopy and laparoscopic equipment
• Physiotherapy services and more

We are a supportive and collaborative team of 9 Vets, 8 Veterinary Nurses, 2 Animal Care Assistants, and 9 support staff. We take pride in fostering a positive work environment that promotes continuous learning, clinical excellence, and genuine care for our patients and their families.

REQUIREMENTS – WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

• VCI registered Veterinary Surgeon available to start late September or early October 2025
• Experienced in small animal practice – all levels of experience considered (not suitable for new graduates)
• Confident in both medical and surgical cases
• Strong team player with a patient centred approach to care

ACCESS TO A FULL SUITE OF COMPANY BENEFITS INCLUDING:

• Enhanced annual leave entitlements plus birthday leave
• Employee Assistance Programme and Wellbeing Centre
• Paid bereavement leave & Company sick pay
• Generous CPD allowance with 5 paid CPD days (pro-rata)
• VCI & VDS fees paid
• Discounted veterinary fees across the IVC Evidensia network
• Free flu vaccinations
• Pawesome benefits – reward gateway offering retail discounts & cashback
• Access to industry networks, wellbeing programmes and clinical boards
  If you are an experienced vet looking for a rewarding opportunity in a well-established, friendly, and clinically progressive practice – we’d love to hear from you.
  Raheny Veterinary Hospital
  122 Raheny Road, Raheny, Dublin, D05 A785, Ireland

• Contract Type: Full-time, Fixed Term (Maternity Cover)
• Start Date: End of September / Start of October 2025
• Working Patterns: 39 hours per week, with 1 in 3 weekends
• No OOH or On-Call Duties
• Salary: Up to €60,000 depending on experience
  This position is best suited to veterinary surgeon with prior experience in first opinion practice. Unfortunately, it is not suitable for new graduates or those requiring mentorship.