Welcome Bonus up to €5,000 | Relocation Support up to €5,000 (T&C's apply)
Company Vehicle provided
Start Your Mixed Practice Career the Right Way
If you're a newly qualified or early-career mixed veterinary surgeon looking for proper hands-on experience, real mentorship, and a supportive team, Gorey Veterinary Hospital offers an outstanding place to learn, grow, and build confidence as a mixed practitioner.
Based in the heart of Wexford's beautiful southeast, this is a rare opportunity to join a busy, well-established mixed practice where learning is encouraged, support is available, and junior vets are set up to succeed.
Any prior experience or confidence with routine consults, surgery, or farm work is a bonus, but attitude, enthusiasm, and willingness to learn matter most.
A Mixed Role With Structure, Support & Variety
This role offers a true mixed caseload, with approximately 70% small animal and 30% large animal, making it ideal for a graduate or junior vet who wants broad exposure without being overwhelmed.
You'll gain experience across:
Small animal consultations and routine surgery
Farm work including herd and flock health, fertility work, calvings, lambings, TB testing and emergencies
Developing confidence in both clinical decision-making and practical skills
You'll work alongside experienced colleagues who enjoy teaching and sharing knowledge, with support always available as you build independence at your own pace.
Work–Life Balance That Actually Works
We know how important balance is, especially early in your career.
Shared OOH with a neighbouring clinic
1 in 10 weekends and only 1–2 nights on call in 10
Time off in lieu after weekends and Saturday mornings
Weekday shifts: 8.30am–5.30pm or *****am–7.30pm
Saturdays: 9.30am–2.30pm
You'll be supported into sole charge gradually, with guidance available whenever needed.
Learn in a Busy, Supportive Hospital Environment
Gorey Veterinary Hospital is a purpose-built, modern practice with a strong reputation locally and a genuinely friendly team culture.
Facilities include digital radiography, ultrasound, and well-equipped surgical areas, giving you the tools you need to practise confidently and safely.
You'll be joining a close-knit team of 4.5 vets, 2 nurses, 2 ACAs and 3 receptionists, all committed to collaboration, learning, and high standards of care.
The practice also works closely with the NWSPCA, offering valuable exposure to welfare-focused veterinary work.
Who This Role Is Perfect For
This position is ideal for:
New graduates or junior mixed vets
VCI-registered or VCI-eligible veterinary surgeons
Vets keen to build confidence in routine consults, surgery, and farm work
Someone enthusiastic, approachable, and eager to learn
If you already have some experience or confidence with routine clinical skills, that's a great advantage - but full support and training are provided regardless.
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 salary, you will also benefit from:
Work Life Balance
Enhanced Annual Leaveentitlements
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
Company Sick Pay
Development
€**** 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)
Gorey Vets
Arklow Road, Clonatin Lower, Gorey, Y25 DR50, Ireland
At IVC Evidensia we are a committed to Diversity, Equality, Inclusion and Belonging, 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.
Any questions before applying?
Speak to Shonagh Dawson from our recruitment team who would be happy to help you with any questions you have before applying for this role.
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