Start Date: September 2025Contract: Full-Time, or Part-time, Specific Purpose Contract (maternity cover)Hours: 40 hours per week | 1 in 2 Saturdays (9am-1:30pm)Salary: Commensurate with experienceRole OverviewMaternity Cover Opportunity – Join a Vibrant Town Practice with a Supportive TeamAre you a confident and capable small animal vet seeking a rewarding role withing a friendly, fast-paced practice? Mullingar Pet Hospital is looking for an experienced Veterinary Surgeon to provide maternity cover for approximately 15 months, starting September 2025This is a fantastic opportunity to take on a varied and fulfilling role within a busy practice that values your skills and offers a genuine work-life balance with no on-call duties!About UsMullingar Pet Hospital is a welcoming and comfortable practice dedicated to the well-being of our patients. We are a small, close-knit team of 2 Veterinarians with a dedicated nurse, animal care assistant and practice manager keeping things running smoothly.Great location – based in Mullingar, a lively town with excellent bus and train connections, just a short walk from our clinicBusy, rewarding caseload – every day brings new challenges and opportunitiesNo on-call – enjoy true work-life balanceSupportive environment – we value collaboration and continuous learningWhat We Offer:Competitive salary and comprehensive benefitsA supportive and caring work environmentA loyal client base appreciative of high standardsGenuine work life balance – no Sundays, or Bank Holidays and no on-call dutiesAbout the RoleYou’ll be working in a first-opinion small animal practice where collaboration, case continuity, and client communication are at the heart of what we do.Your responsibilities will include:Providing high-quality veterinary care across consultations, surgery and diagnosticsPerforming routine and non-routine surgical proceduresDevelop and implement appropriate treatment plans for each individual patientBuilding trusting client relationships and maintaining excellent communicationWorking closely with a small, supportive team to manage the day-to-day clinical workloadApplicant Requirements – what we need from youWe’re looking for someone who enjoys the rhythm of a busy practice, values teamwork, and takes pride in providing outstanding patient care. You’ll need to:Be VCI registered and eligible to work in Ireland from September 2025Have a minimum of 2 years' experience in a small animal first opinion practiceBe confident in all aspects of routine surgery, medicine, and consultationsThrive in a team-oriented, communicative environmentBenefits – subject to pro-rataWe 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:22 days Annual Leave& Birthday Leave (paid day off on your birthday)Paid Maternity, Paternity and Adoptive Leave PackagesCycle to Work SchemeFull access to EAP and Wellbeing CentreCompany Sick PayDevelopment & Professional Memberships€1,300 annual CPD allowance with 5 days paid CPD days pro rataFunding of any Certificates / Diplomas / PhD’s you may want to pursueCareer Progression Opportunities, both clinical and non-clinicalVCI membership paidVDS cover paidAdditional BenefitsAnnual Pay ReviewsDedicated 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&C’s apply)Pawesome Benefits - reward gateway giving discounts and cashback with hundreds of retailersEmployer Pension ContributionsFree Flu InoculationsDiscounted Veterinary FeesOpportunity to join company programmes (LGBTQ+, Wellbeing Champions, Nurses Committee, Clinical Board and many more)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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