Southview Veterinary Hospital, Tipperary
Start Date: September 2025
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: Commensurate with experience
Out-Of-Hours: Excellent shared rota, with protected time off to maintain work-life balance
Role Overview
Southview Veterinary Hospital is seeking an experienced, passionate Veterinary Surgeon with a strong bias towards Small Animal general practice to join our dedicated team. This permanent position offers you the opportunity to focus primarily on small animal patients while occasionally participating in a shared large animal on-call rota, supporting a varied and engaging caseload.
You will work within a modern, well-equipped practice supported by state of the art diagnostic tools, allowing you to deliver the highest standard of care to your patients.Alongside a competitive salary commensurate with your experience, we provide a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your professional growth and personal wellbeing.
About Us
Established in 2003, Southview Veterinary Hospital has grown into a trusted practice providing exceptional care to both small and large animals. Our team comprises six dedicated veterinarians, four nurses, and seven support staff who are committed to continual learning and advancement in veterinary medicine.
We offer specialist services including Cardiology, Canine Physiotherapy, and Reproduction, complemented by an on-site hydrotherapy suite led by our in-house Physiotherapist. We proudly collaborate with local charities such as Paws and TNR initiatives to support community animal welfare.
Situated in scenic Tipperary, our location offers easy access to Cork, Limerick, and Waterford, with the beautiful Blueway cycle track and River Suir just minutes away – perfect for maintaining your work-life balance.
Candidate Requirements
* Registered Veterinary Surgeon with the Veterinary Council of Ireland
* Demonstratable experience in mixed practice, with strong competence and confidence in small animal general practice essential
* This role requires an experienced clinician able to work independently in routine mixed practice; it is not suitable for those seeking extensive support in general practice duties
* Excellent communication skills and a personable, approachable manner
* Valid driver’s license and willingness to drive as needed
Comprehensive Benefits Package – subject to pro rata
* 6.4 weeks annual leave, inclusive of bank holidays
* Additional holiday entitlement for your birthday
* Paid maternity, paternity, and adoptive leave packages
* Protected time off through a well-structured shared out-of-hours rota
* Cycle to Work Scheme
* Full access to Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) and Wellbeing Centre
* Paid bereavement leave and company sick pay
* Free annual flu vaccinations
Professional Development & Career Growth
* €1300 annual CPD allowance with 40 hours paid CPD days (pro rata)
* Funding opportunities for certificates, diplomas, or PhD’s
* Support for career progression in both clinical and non-clinical pathways
* Paid VCI registration and VDS cover
* Annual pay reviews aligned with experience and performance
* Dedicated CARE fund: €1,100 annually per Vet to support patient cases ensuring successful outcomes (T&Cs apply)
* Pawesome Benefits scheme offering discounts and cashback with hundreds of retailers
* Employer pension contributions
* Discounted veterinary fees for your own pets across the IVC Evidensia network
* Opportunities to participate in company initiatives including LGBTQ+ support groups, Wellbeing Champions, Nurses Committee, and Clinical Board
Equal Opportunity Employer
Southview Veterinary Hospital is proud to be an inclusive employer, welcoming applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those from BAME and LGBTQIA+ communities. We are a Disability Confident Employer and encourage candidates with disabilities or long-term health conditions to apply. We are committed to making reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process to ensure accessibility.
If you are an experienced Veterinary Surgeon looking to join a supportive, forward thinking team with excellent benefits and a commitment to work-life balance, we would love to hear from you.
Irishtown, Greenan, Clonmel, E91 A6Y6, Ireland
At IVC Evidensia we are a committed to Diversity, Equality, Inclusion and Belonging, 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.
Any questions before applying?
Speak to Shonagh Dawson from our recruitment team who would be happy to help you with any questions you have before applying for this role.
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