Veterinary Surgeon - Barna & Moycullen Vets

 

Looking to take the next step in your veterinary career while enjoying life on Ireland’s stunning west coast? 

Barna & Moycullen Vets is seeking a confident, capable Veterinary Surgeon to join our friendly team on a full-time, permanent basis. If you have at least 12 months of solid first opinion experience and are comfortable with routine surgery and independent case work ups, this is your chance to thrive in a progressive, community-focused practice – where your development is genuinely supported, and work-life balance is part of the culture.  

  

Veterinary Surgeon – Full-Time, Permanent 

Barna & Moycullen Vets | Galway, Ireland 

Start Date: August 2025 

Contract: Full-time, Permanent 

Salary: Up to €50,000, commensurate with experience 

Hours: 36 hours/week (4 day work week) 

• 1 in 4 Saturdays 

• 2 on-call days/month 

• 5-6 weekends/year (including 1 bank holiday) 

Key Responsibilities:  

• First opinion consultations and medical case management 

• Routine soft tissue surgeries 

• Diagnostics and follow-up care 

• Emergency and out-of-hours support (as scheduled) 

 

About You 

• VCI registered Veterinary Surgeon with 1-2+ years of general practice experience 

• Comfortable working independently and in sole charge 

• Capable of performing routine surgery without support (e.g. Dog Spays, Lump removal) 

• Strong communication skills and a genuine team player 

• Committed to delivering high-quality, compassionate care 

 

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 

 

Career Growth & Benefits  

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 (subject to pro-rata):  

• 22 days annual leave + paid birthday leave 

• €1,300 CPD allowance + 5 paid CPD days 

• Certificate funding and development support 

• VCI & VDS fees paid 

• 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 Chat! 

If you’re looking for a 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.  

To apply, please email your CV and cover letter to: careersinireland@ivcevidensia.com 

 

Want to find out more before applying? 

Feel free to reach out to Shónagh Dawson, our Talent Partner, for an informal and confidential chat. 

Email: shonagh.dawson@ivcevidensia.com 

Phone: 086 085 0891 

I am happy to answer any questions you might have – no pressure, just a friendly conversation!