Veterinary Surgeon - Barna & Moycullen Vets
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Experienced Veterinary Surgeon – Maternity Cover
Start Date: July/August 2025
Contract: Full-time, Specific Purpose (Maternity Cover)
Salary: Up to €65,000
Hours: 40 hours/week
* 1 in 4 Saturdays
* 2 days on-call/month
The Opportunity
Barna & Moycullen Vets is seeking an experienced Veterinary Surgeon to join our team on a fixed-term basis to cover maternity leave. Based across our Barna and Moycullen clinics, this is an exciting opportunity to work in a well-supported, progressive practice that values clinical excellence and work-life balance.
This role offers autonomy, variety, and the opportunity to further develop your clinical expertise within a collaborative environment.
Key Responsibilities:
* First opinion consultations and medical case management
* Soft tissues surgeries – routine and emergency
* Diagnostics, and follow-up care
* Emergency and out-of-hours care (as scheduled)
About You
* VCI resgitered Veterinary Surgeon with strong small animal general practice experience
* Confident managing cases independently and in sole-charge when needed
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills
* Committed to delivering high-quality care to patients and families
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
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 (pro-rata):
* 22 days annual leave + paid birthday leave
* €1,300 CPD allowance + 5 paid CPD days
* Certificate funding and development support
* 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 senior 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!
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