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Waterford
Vet Record Careers
Clinical director
Posted: 8 August
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Join Our Leadership Team in Waterford - Shape the Future of Veterinary Care as a Practice or Clinical Director
Are you ready to lead a dedicated team, influence positive change, and drive exceptional veterinary care?
We're looking for passionate leaders to join City Vets and The Pet Hospital in Waterford city, part of IVC Evidensia-the world's leading provider of veterinary services.
The Opportunity
Position
: Practice Director OR Clinical Director
Type
: Full-Time, Permanent
Location
: Waterford city, Co. Waterford
Salary
: Competitive and commensurate with experience, plus participation in a discretionary bonus scheme for directors
Relocation
: Up to €5,000 relocation allowance available to support your move
Hours:
40 hours/week, 5 days
Whether you are an experienced manager ready to transition into veterinary leadership or a seasoned clinician eager to take on strategic and clinical responsibilities, this role offers a unique chance to advance your career while making a lasting impact on patient care and team culture.
What You'll Do
Lead with Purpose: Inspire your teams by fostering a professional, respectful, and collaborative environment.
Be an ambassador for IVC Evidensia's values and culture.
Drive Operational Excellence: Oversee daily practice operations, including rota management, compliance, and coordination with wider leadership and support teams.
Develop People: Work closely with HR and Talent teams to recruit, onboard, train, and support staff, ensuring a positive, inclusive workplace
Manage Finance and Growth: Monitor financial performance, control stock, and implement marketing and business development strategies to support sustainable growth.
Champion Clinical Standards (Clinical Director Role): Guide clinical policies, promote best practices, and support continuous professional development among the clinical team.
Who We're Looking For
Practice Director candidates: Proven leadership and management experience
Clinical Director candidates: Minimum 5 years' experience in small animal veterinary practice with clinical duties, plus a strong desire to grow into a leadership role.
Excellent interpersonal skills with a friendly, fair, and compassionate approach.
Ability to influence, collaborate, and confidently challenge the status quo.
Commitment to IVC Evidensia's core values and professional standards.
Resilience and a positive mindset to overcome challenges and drive results.
Full, clean driver's license.
Why Join Us?
At IVC Evidensia, we believe exceptional care begins with great leadership.
You'll be supported by a dedicated network and have access to ongoing professional development opportunities as you lead a motivated team and help shape the future of veterinary care in Waterford.
Comprehensive Benefits Package - Subject To Pro Rata
We recognize that our people are fundamental to the success of our business.
Investing in our staff, premises and processes is at the heart of what we do.
In addition to a competitive base salary, you will also benefit from:
Work Life Balance & Employee Wellbeing
Enhanced Annual Leave plus Birthday Leave
Paid Maternity/Paternity/Adoptive Leave Packages
Cycle to Work Scheme
Full access to EAP and Wellbeing Centre
Paid Bereavement Leave & Company Sick Pay
Development
Annual CPD allowance with paid CPD days pro rata for Veterinary Professionals
Full Support and 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
Director Bonus Scheme
Dedicated CARE fund - annual contribution of €1,100 from IVC Evidensia for each Vet to use on a case of your choice to ensure successful outcome with your patient (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)
As a BAME and LGBTQIA+ inclusive employer, we are keen to hear from candidates from all minority and diverse groups.
As a Disability Confident Employer, we are keen to hear from candidates with disabilities and long-term health conditions and would be happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process.
Ready to lead with impact?
Apply today and take the next step in your veterinary leadership journey.
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