Veterinary Practitioner – Mixed (Small Animal bias)
Athlone Veterinary Hospital, Co. Westmeath
Full-time or Part-time | Permanent
Start Date: From February/March 2026
Salary up to €70,000 DOE (FTE) + Welcome Bonus up to €5,000 + Relocation Allowance up to €5,000
Clinic Vehicle available
We offer a safe, well-resourced environment with mentorship, flexibility, and an incredible benefits package designed to set you up for success.
About The Job
This is a full-time permanent role with plenty of flexibility. We are happy to discuss part‑time arrangements.
Our typical full‑time structure is 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with one Saturday clinic every four weeks.
Out‑of‑hours is shared fairly among the team – two nights on call per week, plus a 1 in 4 rotation during spring and a quieter 1 in 8 schedule off‑season. All OOH work is compensated with time off in lieu.
Our caseload is roughly 60% small animal and 40% large animal, offering a good mix without feeling overwhelming.
About Us
Athlone Veterinary Hospital is a well‑established, supportive practice located in Bonavalley on the old Dublin Road. Our hospital is fully equipped with modern small‑animal facilities. You'll be joining a positive and collaborative team of four vets, two nurses, one ACA, a manager and a receptionist.
Who We're Looking For
We're open to experienced mixed vets as well as confident junior clinicians who are motivated to learn.
* A VCI registration (or eligibility), a full clean driving licence and solid communication skills are essential.
* We're looking for someone proactive and team focused.
* Someone who enjoys connecting with clients, supporting colleagues, and taking pride in their work.
Benefits – Pro Rata
Alongside a competitive salary, relocation support and a welcome bonus, you'll enjoy:
* 22 days annual leave entitlement
* 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)
Salary range: €40,000 – €70,000 a year
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, but final hiring decisions are made by humans.
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