Veterinary Surgeon

Veterinary Surgeon – Small Animal
AllCare Veterinary Centre, Killarney | Co.
Kerry
Full-time or Part-Time | Permanent
Salary commensurate with experience | Robust benefits included
Are you ready to take the next step in your veterinary career?
Do you have the passion and vision to lead a team, shape clinical excellence, and make a lasting impact on patient care?
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Clinical Lead Veterinarian to join our practice and play a pivotal role in driving clinical excellence and innovation.
This leadership position offers a unique opportunity to influence the strategic direction of our practice, mentor a dedicated team, and deliver outstanding veterinary care.
As Clinical Lead, you will be at the forefront of shaping clinical standards and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
Your expertise and vision will help us advance the quality of care we provide, while supporting the professional development of colleagues and enhancing client satisfaction.
Whether you're already an experienced Clinical Lead or a vet looking for that next step into leadership – we want to hear from you.
Role Overview
Working pattern:
Full-time, typically 4-5 days per week; part-time and flexible arrangement considered to accommodate other commitments
Weekend requirement:
2 Saturdays on, 2 Saturdays off
Out-of-hours/on-call:
None – no Sunday or Bank Holiday working is required
Working hours:
Earliest start at 8:30am, latest finish by 6:00pm
This role offers an excellent work-life balance alongside the opportunity to take a leadership position within a supportive team.
Key Responsibilities:
Deliver exceptional clinical services to our patients and build strong client relationships
Provide clinical leadership across the practice, setting and maintaining high standards of care
Collaborate with senior management to develop and implement strategic clinical initiatives
Mentor and support veterinary colleagues, promoting professional growth and team cohesion
Ensure compliance with regulatory standards and best practice
About Us
We are a well-established Small Animal Practice located in the picturesque town of Killarney, Co Kerry.
Founded in 1983, we have a proud history of providing compassionate, high-quality veterinary care to the local community's pets for nearly four decades.
Our practice is equipped with modern facilities, including services for laparoscopic procedures, orthopaedic surgery, in-house x-ray and blood analyzers, and a dental machine, allowing us to offer a broad range of advanced treatments.
Our team is small and close-knit, comprising 1 veterinarian, 3 veterinary nurses, and a practice manager.
We pride ourselves on fostering strong, long-term relationships with our clients and their pets within this close community.
Applicant Requirements
We're looking for someone who enjoys the rhythm of a busy, community practice, values teamwork, and takes price in providing outstanding patient care.
You'll need to:
Be VCI registered and eligible to work in Ireland from September 2025
Be confident in all clinical aspects of first opinion practice - medically and surgically
Thrive in a team-orientated, communicate environment
Be passionate about patient care and professional development
Have natural leadership qualities
What We're Offering: Comprehensive Benefits Package (subject to pro-rata)
Work Life Balance & Wellbeing:
22 days annual leave & birthday leave
Robust wellbeing and Employee Assistance Programmes
Paid maternity, paternity and adoptive leave packages
Paid bereavement leave
Company sick pay
Development & Growth:
€1,300 annual CPD allowance with 5 paid CPD days (pro-rata)
Full funding for certificates, diplomas or even a PhD
Career progression pathways – both clinical and non-clinical
Additional Perks:
Cycle to work scheme
Employer pension contributions
Discounted veterinary fees across the IVC Evidensia network
Free flu vaccinations
Pawesome benefits – reward gateway offering retail discounts & cashback
Opportunities to get involved in company initiatives like or Clinical Board, LGBTQ+ network, Wellbeing Champions, and more
This is more than just a job – it's a chance to lead with purpose, care with passion, and shape a future you can be proud of.
If you're excited to take on a role where your voice is heard, your skills are valued, and your growth is supported – we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today and help us shape the next chapter in compassionate, high-quality veterinary care.
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