Mixed Veterinary Surgeon
Auburn Veterinary Hospital, Mullingar, Co Westmeath
Start Date: October 2025
Salary: Up to €80,000, depending on experience
Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Are you an experienced mixed practitioner seeking a role that offers clinical variety, a supportive team environment, and a strong work-life balance-without compromising on career progression or earning potential?
Auburn Veterinary Hospital in Mullingar is looking for a skilled Mixed Veterinary Surgeon to join our progressive, close-knit practice. This is an excellent opportunity to develop your career in a well-established, friendly environment with exceptional support and generous benefits.
The Role
This is a full-time permanent position, ideally suited to an experienced mixed practitioner (not suitable for new graduates).
*70% Small Animal - routine consults, general surgery, diagnostics, and emergency care
*30% Large Animal - mainly farm animal calls including calvings and surgeries
*Working hours: Monday to Friday, 9am - 6pm
*OOH rota: 1 night per week and 1 in 4 weekends
*Enhanced annual leave entitlements offered
You’ll work alongside a collaborative team of experienced vets and nurses, with the autonomy to grow your areas of interest and the backing of a supportive leadership team that invests in your development.
Why Join Us?
We understand that quality of life matters - both inside and outside of work. That’s why we’ve created a role that balances clinical fulfilment with personal wellbeing.
Exceptional Benefits Package - subject to pro-rata
*Salary of up to €80,000 depending on experience
*Relocation assistance up to €5,000
*Enhanced annual leave plus birthday leave
*VCI and VDS fees fully paid
*Company sick pay and paid bereavement leave
*Robust wellbeing and Employee Assistance Programmes
*Paid maternity, paternity and adoptive leave packages
*Cycle to Work scheme
*Staff pet discounts across the IVC Evidensia network
*Free flu vaccinations
Career Development Focus
*€1,300 annual CPD allowance with 5 paid CPD days (pro-rata)
*Full funding for certificates, diplomas or even a PhD
*Internal leadership and clinical development academies
*Clear progression pathways
Additional Perks
*Employer pension contributions
*Pawesome benefits - reward gateway offering retail discounts & cashback
*Opportunities to get involved in company initiatives like or Clinical Board, LGBTQ+ network, Wellbeing Champions, and more
About Us
We are a busy, purpose-driven mixed practice with a strong sense of community and professional pride. Our team is made up of 4 full-time and 2 part-time Veterinary Surgeons, 4 Veterinary Nurses and 3 dedicated support staff. We are proud of our supportive team culture where collaboration, respect, and wellbeing are prioritised. Mullingar is a vibrant, growing town just 45 minutes from Dublin, with excellent public transport links. The area offers a fantastic mix of social and outdoor activities-whether you’re into hiking, water sports, cycling, or enjoying live music and great local food. It’s a perfect location for professionals looking for a high quality of life with a manageable pace.
Candidate Requirements
*Must be a VCI-registered Veterinary Surgeon
*At least 2 years’ post qualification experience in mixed practice
*Small Animal: Confident in routine surgeries (spays, castrations, lump removals etc)
*Large Animal: Proficient in calvings, sections, and general farm calls
*A proactive, collaborative apporach to clinical work and team involvement
Ready to Join Us?
If you’re seeking a long-term role with a well-respected team, generous support, and room to grow, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today to start your next chapter with Auburn Veterinary Hospital.
Up to €80,000 DOE
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