Overview
Auburn Veterinary Hospital, Mullingar, Co Westmeath
Start Date: November 2025
Salary: Up to €65,000, depending on experience
Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Are you a 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).
* 80% Small Animal – routine consults, general surgery, diagnostics, and emergency care
* 20% 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
* Protected time off with a structured rota focusing on work-life balance
* Enhanced annual leave entitlements included
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 €65,000 depending on experience
* 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 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 6 Veterinary Surgeons (4 full-time, 2 part-time), 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 first opinion, routine practice
* Large Animal: Proficient in calvings, sections, and general farm calls
* A proactive, collaborative approach 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.
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