Practice Director - Gorey Veterinary Hospital

 

Lead a Compassionate Team, Shape the Future of Veterinary Care, and Make a Lasting Impact – Join Us as a Practice Director at Gorey Veterinary Hospital! 

 

The Role 

Make a Meaningful Impact and Save Lives 

• Job Title: Practice Director 

• Contract: Full-time, Permanent 

• Location: Gorey Veterinary Hospital, Wexford 

• Salary: Up to €55,000 commensurate with experience 

• Working Hours: 5 days per week / 40 hours 

We are pleased to present an exceptional opportunity for a highly experienced management professional to join IVC Evidensia, the world’s leading provider of veterinary services, based in Wexford. 

As a Practice Director, you will be responsible for providing strategic leadership and management to the practice, ensuring the delivery of exemplary clinical and client care to both patients and clients. You will also drive the practice's sustainable profitability while fostering a culture of staff attraction and retention, aligning with our core values and organizational culture. 

Key Duties & Responsibilities: 

• Leadership: 
  Lead by example, promoting professional conduct, respect, and effective communication. Act as an ambassador for IVC Evidensia’s culture, values, and brand. 

• Management: 
  Collaborate with Practice Leadership, Area Support Manager, Area Director, and Central Support teams. Oversee the practice rota, including out-of-hours provision, and ensure compliance with company policies and procedures. 

• HR: 
  Partner with the Talent team for recruitment and locum needs. Manage employee relations, absence, and documentation in coordination with the HR support team. Oversee onboarding, training, and performance appraisals. Prepare monthly payroll in line with company policies. Promote equal opportunities and diversity in all HR activities. 

• Finance: 
  Manage overall finances and stock control. Monitor performance trends and provide regular financial reports to Central operations. 

• Marketing and Business Development: 
  Plan and execute practice promotional events and marketing strategies. Maintain and update the practice website and social media pages. Uphold ethics & professional standards in accordance with VCI legislation & VPMA guidelines. 

• Clinical: 
  Work with the Clinical Director to ensure policies and procedures align with IVC Evidensia guidelines, VCI Practice Standards, and VDS guidelines. Promote clinical best practices and encourage peer reviews within the practice team 

 

Applicant Requirements 

What we need from you 

The ideal candidate would need to have proven leadership and management experience in a service driven environment.  

• Strong people skills and effective communication skills are essential 

• Friendly, fair and compassionate personality 

• Excellent leadership skills, with a proven track record of delivering results 

• Aligned with IVC Evidensia’s core values 

• Influencer who can collaborate with others whilst not afraid to challenge the status quo 

• Experience in Business Management would also be beneficial 

• Full, clean drivers license required for the role 

You will need to be a dynamic and resilient individual driven to deliver excellence who can stay focused and positive despite setbacks. A positive outlook with confidence and belief in your own abilities is key. 

 

Benefits – Subject to Pro Rata 

Explore our additional benefits 

We recognize 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 base salary, you will also benefit from: 

Work Life Balance 

• 22 days Annual Leave 

• Birthday Leave  

Focus on Employee Wellbeing  

• Paid Maternity Leave 

• Paid Paternity /Adoptive Leave 

• Cycle to Work Scheme 

• Full access to EAP and Wellbeing Centre 

• Paid Bereavement Leave 

• Company Sick Pay 

Development 

• Annual CPD allowance with paid CPD days pro rata for Veterinary Professionals 

• Full Support and 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) 

• Pawesome Benefits - reward gateway giving discounts and cashback with hundreds of retailers 

• 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 this position is of interest to you, please contact us. 

 

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. 

 

Shónagh Dawson RVN 

Talent Partner 

+353 (0) 86 085 0891 

shonagh.dawson@ivcevidensia.com 

 

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