Veterinary Surgeon - Avenue Veterinary Hospital

 

Avenue Veterinary Hospital is seeking a passionate and skilled Veterinary Surgeon to join our dynamic team in the heart of Dundalk, Co. Louth. Ready to make a difference in the lives of animals and work with a young, motivated team who prioritise patient care? This is the opportunity for you! 

 

The Role 

• Position: Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon 

• Contract: Full-time, Permanent 

• Working Hours: 40 hours per week (5 days) 

• Shift Hours: 8:30 AM - 6:30 PM 

• Salary: €40,000 - €45,000 per annum 

• Additional Benefits: No out-of-hours (OOH), Sundays, or Bank Holidays 

This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking and supportive team, where work-life balance and professional development are a priority.  

Key Duties & Responsibilities 

• Carrying out clinical consultations in a first opinion practice setting 

• Performance of routine surgery (spays and castrations, lump removals etc.) 

• Carrying out clinical procedures and routine diagnostic’s (x-rays, ear flush exams, medical case workups etc.) 

 

Applicant Requirements 

Are you the perfect fit? 

• All eligible applicants must be registered with the Veterinary Council of Ireland.  

• At least 12 months experience in first opinion practice is preferrable. 

• New graduates are welcome to apply if confident in basic surgical procedures.  

• Must be an organised individual with excellent communication skills. 

• Must be a team player and work well within a professional veterinary team. 

 

About Us 

What do we offer you? 

Avenue Veterinary Hospital is a 100% small animal practice located in Dundalk Co Louth. Situated on the Northeast coast, famed for its local community, heritage history, thriving nightlife and local festivals, Dundalk is about 1 hour from Belfast and Dublin cities. It is accessible by the M1, train and bus. The local college, DKIT, boasts a well-known Veterinary Nursing course which continually produces excellent Veterinary Nurses each year.  

Avenue Vets has been a dedicated companion animal practice for over 30 years in the local community. And now with a young and enthusiastic team of a Clinical Director, Veterinary Surgeon, 3 Veterinary Nurses, and support staff. Our purpose-built hospital includes a fully equipped surgical suite, laboratory, digital x-ray room, large treatment area, separate cat and dog wards, isolation unit and two consultation rooms. Our practice is spacious, giving a nice environment to work effectively and comfortably as part of a larger team. 

 

Benefits - subject to pro-rata

Feel valued and rewarded 

 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   

• Care Fund – Annual contribution of €1,100 to use on a case of your choice to ensure a successful outcome with your patient   

Professional Memberships   

• VCI membership paid   

• VDS cover paid   

Additional Benefits   

• Annual Pay Reviews   

• 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 then please get in touch.   

 

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