Location
VILLAGE VETS, Unit 2, Southern Cross Centre, Bray, Co. Wicklow, A98 N6W7
Job Title
Veterinary Surgeon
Job Description
With exotic patients keeping you on your toes, every case is a new adventure. If you thrive in a fast‑paced, stimulating environment where learning never stops, this is the place for you. Plus, you’ll be backed by an amazing team that’s just as passionate and dynamic as you are! Ready for the challenge? Join us at Village Vets Bray and make every day extraordinary!
Responsibilities
Diagnose, treat and care for all patients to the standard upheld by Village Vets.
Investigate and treat cases within the practice as completely as possible before referring, according to the needs of the patient.
Assume full responsibility for patients, ensuring that care after‑hours or after referral is appropriate and of the highest standard, and that handover of cases is done effectively.
Keep medical records up to date and accurate.
Prescribe and dispense medications correctly and safely, and help maintain adequate stock levels.
Communicate effectively with clients, giving estimates and relevant information on diagnostics and treatment plans to allow informed decision‑making regarding treatment.
Promote the Pet Health Plans and Pet Insurance to all clients to facilitate the highest level of veterinary care.
Provide appropriate veterinary training to all staff in order to assist with best practice measures.
Help maintain the appearance and daily running of the clinic to the standard upheld by Village Vets.
Ensure that all bills are priced correctly.
Maintain membership of the VCI and be familiar with the legislation affecting the practice of veterinary medicine in Ireland.
Adhere to the guidelines of practice as stated in the VCI Guide to Professional Conduct and remain up to date with CPD requirements.
Behave at all times in a manner which serves to instil confidence in our profession in the minds of the team, individual clients and the wider general public.
Carry out any ad hoc veterinary or administrative duties that may arise through the normal course of the day within the clinic or as advised by head nurse/lead vet.
Complete all tasks, duties and procedures efficiently and accurately.
Be responsible for creating and maintaining an outstanding client experience throughout the whole team.
Professional / Technical Qualification
Current registration with VCIMVB or Equivalent.
Further qualification specific to Veterinary training.
Experience & Job Knowledge
Previous 1+ years’ GP experience in a small animal veterinary practice.
Experience in with Exotics.
Skills & Competencies
Ability to investigate and treat clinical cases appropriately.
Surgical skills appropriate to level of experience.
Excellent communication skills (written & oral).
Ability to work well in fast‑paced environment.
Excellent time management.
Ability to make clinical decisions.
Ability to work autonomously.
Career Level
Experienced (Non‑Managerial)
Application Details
In order to work in Ireland a non‑EEA National, unless they are exempted, must hold a valid employment permit. Please review the Eligibility and requirements for an employment permit if you are unsure of your eligibility to apply for this vacancy.
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Other Information
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