Shape Your Future in a Progressive, Well‑Equipped Hospital. Looking for a role where you can develop your clinical skills, work alongside a supportive and experienced team, and enjoy a varied and rewarding caseload?
Ark Vets, Galway • Full‑time, Permanent • Salary DOE
The Role
This is a full‑time position, working 40 hours per week across 4‑5 days, with shifts scheduled on a rota basis between 8:30am and 6:00pm, Monday to Friday. You’ll manage a mix of consultations, surgical procedures, and case work, with the opportunity to further develop your interests – particularly in surgery, imaging, or dentistry. The practice operates a shared out‑of‑hours rota with a neighbouring IVC practice, currently 1 in 9 weeknights and 1 in 9 weekends. Weekday on‑call is supported with time off in lieu, ensuring a balanced approach to workload and rest.
Facilities & Team
You’ll be based across our Galway sites, including our referral centre in Knocknacarra and our city centre branch. Our facilities include advanced diagnostics and surgical equipment such as CT, ultrasound, digital radiography, endoscopy, dental suites, and modern operating theatres. You’ll join a well‑established, collaborative team of veterinary professionals, including experienced vets, veterinary nurses, a practice manager, and dedicated support staff, all committed to delivering exceptional patient care.
What We’re Looking For
Confident, experienced small animal vet comfortable managing first‑opinion cases and enjoying a varied clinical workload.
VCI registered, able to work independently, and committed to delivering a high standard of patient and client care.
A certificate or strong interest in developing a particular clinical area would be highly valued.
New graduates or those requiring close mentorship should not apply.
What We Offer
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.
Professional Memberships
VCI membership paid. VDS cover paid.
Additional Benefits
Annual Pay Reviews
Dedicated CARE fund – annual contribution of €1,100 from IVC Evidensia for each Vet to use on a case of your choice (T&Cs apply)
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)
Build a career you’re proud of – at Ark Vets, you’re not just joining a practice, you’re joining a team that values collaboration, encourages development, and invests in your future. If you’re ready for a role where you can grow your skills, work with great people, and make a genuine impact every day, we’d love to hear from you.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analysing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgement. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
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