Veterinary Surgeon

Veterinary Surgeon – Full-Time, Permanent Position

Location: Beaufield Veterinary Centre, Celbridge, Kildare (30 minutes from Dublin City Centre)

Start Date: July 2025

At Beaufield Veterinary Centre, we're more than just a veterinary practice – we're a passionate community of professionals dedicated to making a meaningful impact on the lives of pets and their families. Our team is united by a shared commitment to animal health, welfare, and compassionate care. We are currently seeking a Veterinary Surgeon to join our close-knit, dynamic team.

The Role

We are offering a full-time, permanent position with a flexible schedule, designed to support both professional development and work-life balance. This is an ideal opportunity for junior veterinarians, who are confident in their skills and ready to thrive in a busy first opinion hospital setting. Comprehensive benefits and strong support through our Graduate Academy are provided to help you succeed.

Job Title: Veterinary Surgeon

Employment Type: Full-time or Part-Time, Permanent – we are open to discussing flexiblearrangements to accommodate your needs

Shift Pattern: Flexible schedule with 1 in 4 Saturday morning clinics

On-call Duties: None

Salary: Commensurate with experience

Start Date: July 2025

Your Role in Our Team

As a Veterinary Surgeon at Beaufield Veterinary Centre, your daily duties will include a mix of routine and medical responsibilities, including:

General consultations

Medical case work-ups

Dentistry procedures

You will be working in a fast-paced, team-focused environment, where your passion for animal welfare, attention to detail, and proactive approach will be highly valued.

At Beaufield Veterinary Centre, we prioritize both professional growth and a supportive work environment. You will have the opportunity to develop your clinical skills and gain valuable experience working alongside an experienced team of veterinary professionals. As part of our Graduate Academy, you'll receive ongoing support and mentorship to help you reach your full potential.

We are seeking a dedicated, reliable and personable individual who thrives in a fast –paced veterinary practice environment.The successful candidate will possess the following qualifications and attributes:

VCI registered Veterinary Surgeon

Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with both clients and team members

A genuine commitment to providing outstanding care to animals and their owners

Strong drive to work up cases to a high standard of excellence

Surgical skills are advantageous, but not essential

Demonstrated ability to work sole charge during Saturday clinics, including the triage of emergencies, in the absence of immediate support from other team members

You must be confident in managing and working up cases independently, including the management of chronic conditions without extensive guidance

Strong receptiveness to feedback and a collaborative approach to communication are essential to success in this role

Located just 30 minutes from Dublin city centre, Beaufield Veterinary Clinic is a well-established, modern small animal practice with a reputation for excellent care and a loyal client base. Our team is one of our greatest assets, with long-standing, experienced professionals, including certificate-holding vets, skilled nurses, and dedicated support staff. This wealth of expertise fosters a supportive, collaborative, and professional environment where both animals and people thrive.

With advanced equipment like digital x-rays, ultrasound, and in-house lab facilities, you'll be joining a team that values growth, compassion, and top-quality care, while benefiting from the guidance and mentorship of highly qualified colleagues.

Comprehensive Benefits Package – subject to pro rata

We recognise that our people are fundamental to the success of our business. Investing in our staff, premises and processes is at the heart of what we do. In addition to a competitive salary, you will also benefit from:

Work Life Balance

Birthday Leave (paid day off on your birthday)

Focus on Employee Wellbeing

Paid Maternity Leave Package

Paid Paternity Leave

Cycle to Work Scheme

Full access to EAP and Wellbeing Centre

Company Sick Pay

Development

€1300 annual CPD allowance with 5 days paid CPD days pro rata

Funding of any Certificates / Diplomas / PhD's you may want to pursue

Career Progression Opportunities, both clinical and non-clinical

Professional Memberships

VCI membership paid

VDS cover paid

Additional Benefits

Annual Pay Reviews

Dedicated CARE fund – annual contribution of €1,100 from IVC Evidensia for each Vet to use on a case of your choice to ensure successful outcome with your patient (T&Cs apply)

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Employer Pension Contributions

Free Flu Inoculations

Discounted Veterinary Fees

Opportunity to join company programmes (LGBTQ+, Wellbeing Champions, Nurses Committee, Clinical Board and many more)

As a BAME and LGBTQIA+ inclusive employer, we are keen to hear from candidates from all minority and diverse groups. As a Disability Confident Employer, we are keen to hear from candidates with disabilities and long-term health conditions and would be happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process.

If you are a compassionate, reliable, and proactive Veterinary Surgeon with a passion for animal care, we would love to hear from you Please submit your CV and cover letter to shonagh.dawson@ivcevidensia.com .

Apply today and help us make a difference, one paw at a time.

Any questions before applying?

Speak to Shónagh Dawson from our recruitment team who would be happy to help you with any questions you have before applying for this role.

Veterinary Surgeon - Beaufield Veterinary Centre