Veterinary Surgeon
4 weeks ago
Experienced Veterinary Surgeon – Maternity Cover
Start Date: July/August 2025
Contract: Full-time, Specific Purpose (Maternity Cover)
Salary: Up to €65,000
Hours: 40 hours/week
1 in 4 Saturdays
2 days on-call/month
The OpportunityBarna & Moycullen Vets is seeking an experienced Veterinary Surgeon to join our team on a fixed-term basis to cover maternity leave. Based across our Barna and Moycullen clinics, this is an exciting opportunity to work in a well-supported, progressive practice that values clinical excellence and work-life balance.
This role offers autonomy, variety, and the opportunity to further develop your clinical expertise within a collaborative environment.
Key Responsibilities:
First opinion consultations and medical case management
Soft tissues surgeries – routine and emergency
Diagnostics, and follow-up care
Emergency and out-of-hours care (as scheduled)
About YouVCI resgitered Veterinary Surgeon with strong small animal general practice experience
Confident managing cases independently and in sole-charge when needed
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Committed to delivering high-quality care to patients and families
Why Join Us?We're a small animal GP practice with a warm, community-based feel – rooted in the west of Ireland between the beautiful landscapes of Connemara and the vibrant city life of Galway.
Friendly clientele and strong client relationships
A close-knit, supportive team of 4 vets, 4 nurses, and a practice manager
Purpose-built clinics in Barna and Moycullen equipped with digital X-ray, ultrasound, IDEXX lab suite, and dental X-ray coming soon
Relaxed pace of work that allows time for case work-ups and relationship building
Beautiful location just minutes from the coast and with easy access to Galway and the outdoors
At Barna & Moycullen Vets, we value professional development and offer genuine progression opportunities within the practice and the IVC Evidensia network. We believe in supporting our vets at every stage of their career.
Benefits include (pro-rata):
22 days annual leave + paid birthday leave
€1,300 CPD allowance + 5 paid CPD days
Certificate funding and development support
Enhanced parental leave packages
Company sick pay and bereavement leave
Employee assistance programme and wellbeing support
Cycle to work scheme and employer pension contributions
Annual pay reviews and progression pathways
CARE fund - €1,100 annually to go the extra mile for a patient
Pawesome Benefits: discounts with major retailers
Inclusive workplace with dedicated employee groups (LGBTQ+, BAME, Wellbeing Champions, etc)
Barna & Moycullen Vets and IVC Evidensia are equal opportunities employers. 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.
Interested? Let's ChatIf you're looking for a senior clinical role where you can grow professionally, enjoy a high-quality life and be part of a truly supportive team – we'd love to hear from you.
Feel free to reach out to Shónagh Dawson, our Talent Partner, for an informal and confidential chat.
I am happy to answer any questions you might have – no pressure, just a friendly conversation
Job Title
Veterinary Surgeon - Barna & Moycullen Vets, Galway
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