OOH Veterinary Surgeon - Sunbeam Vets, Northpoint

 

 

Part-Time, Maternity Cover: OOH Veterinary Surgeon (Weekends Only) 

Location: Sunbeam Veterinary Hospital, Northpoint 

Contract: Specific Purpose Contract (to cover maternity leave) 

Salary: Dependent on Experience (DOE) 

 

The Role: 

Make a real difference in emergency veterinary care and save lives! Sunbeam Veterinary Hospital in Northpoint is looking for an experienced Out of Hours (OOH) Veterinary Surgeon to join our team on a part-time basis for maternity cover. This role involves working weekends only, with shifts from Saturday and Sunday, 7:30am-7:30pm on a 3 weekends on, 1 weekend off pattern. 

Key responsibilities include: 

• Inpatient Management: Overseeing the care of hospitalised patients, ensuring their comfort and well-being. 

• Owner Updates: Providing owners with detailed updates on their pets’ conditions twice per shift. 

• OOH Consultations: Handling emergency consultations, including medical and surgical cases. 

• Emergency Management: Responding to medical and surgical emergencies with urgency and professionalism. 

Bank holidays are required if your scheduled weekend falls on a public holiday. 

 

Applicant Requirements 

What we need from you 

• VCI Registration: Must be a registered Veterinary Surgeon with the Veterinary Council of Ireland (VCI) and eligible to practice in Ireland. 

• Experience: This role is suitable only for experienced veterinarians. Junior or recent graduates are not eligible. Experience in emergency medicine or OOH work is essential. 

 

Why Join Us? 

• Work within a well-established and supportive team in a modern, fully-equipped large referral hospital. 

• Develop and further your skills in emergency and critical care medicine.  

• Opportunity to make a real impact in the lives of animals and their owners during critical times. 

 

About Us 

Who are we? 

We are a 100% Small Animal veterinary group based around Cork city. Our very busy referral hospital is based in Northpoint on the Northside of Cork city. We also have clinics located in Blackpool, Cobh, Passage West and on Kinsale Road. Our industry leading referral services include CT Scanning, Radiography, Ultrasound, Laparoscopy, Endoscopy, Inhouse Laboratory, Orthopaedic Surgery (including spinal surgery), Hospitalisation facilities, Canine Hydrotherapy and Rehabilitation, and a 24-hour Emergency Service located in our main referral centre at Northpoint. We have a good client base with a strong focus on patient welfare and high clinical standards. The practice fosters a very supportive and caring environment where real emphasis is placed on ensuring a great work/life balance for all staff. 

 

Since opening in 2003 we have improved the range and quality of services available to our clients and we are continually looking to expand. At present, we have over 40+ staff members in our group including 16 Veterinary Surgeons, 18 Veterinary Nurses and 8 Support staff. Many of our Vets and Nurses hold their own certificates or specialize in their own area of interest and we encourage further professional development with our fully funded certificates. 

 

Check out our website here: www.sunbeamvets.com 

 

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   

• 22 days Annual Leave   

• 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   

• Paid Bereavement Leave   

• 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&C’s 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 you are an experienced, compassionate, and proactive Veterinary Surgeon looking to make a meaningful contribution in a supportive environment, 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.  

  

Shónagh Dawson RVN  

Talent Partner (Ireland)  

+353 (0) 86 085 0891  

Shonagh.dawson@ivcevidensia.com