- Sunbeam Veterinary Hospital, Cork
- Permanent
- Full-Time
Sunbeam Veterinary Group is a 100% small animal veterinary group based in Cork. 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. We are very well equipped with dedicated consultation rooms, surgical suites, wards and rehabilitation facilities for all types of Orthopaedic and Surgical cases.
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.
We have over 40+ staff members and are continually looking to expand; the majority or our Vets and Nurses holding their own certificates or specializing in their own area of interest.
The Role
This is an exciting opportunity for a Referral Veterinary Surgeon to join our team in Cork on a permanent contract. We are open to discussing full-time, part-time, and flexible working contracts that suit both the practice and applicant's needs.
The role involves a heavy surgical caseload and managing a wide variety of referral cases and communicating with clients and referring vets.
There is no OOH involved.
The salary is generous commensurate with experience.
Applicant Requirements
The ideal candidate is a certificate holder or Advanced Practitioner in Orthopaedic or Soft Tissue Surgery.
Experience and confidence in managing cases to a referral standard is essential. An interest in rehabilitation, experience in imaging (use of CT) and previous experience of referral environment would be advantageous but not essential.
Benefits – 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 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
- €1300 annual CPD allowance with 5 days paid CPD days pro rata
- 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)
- Pawsome Benefits - reward gateway giving discounts and cashback with hundreds of retailers
- Employer Pension Contributions
- Free Flu Inoculations
- Discounted Veterinary Fees
- Sponsorship for Overseas Employees
- Opportunity to join company programmes (LGBTQ+, Wellbeing Champions, Nurses Committee, Clinical Board and many more)
- Relocation Packages
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 Eadaoin Redmond from our recruitment team who would be happy to help you with any questions you have before applying for this role.
Eadaoin Redmond RVN
Talent Partner
eadaoin.redmond@ivcevidensia.com