Surgical Veterinary Surgeon / Surgical Lead 65k – 85k

Surgical Veterinary Surgeon / Surgical Lead
Location: Dublin, Ireland
Salary: €65,000 – €85,000 depending on experience

Confidential role – advertised by The Vet Office

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Surgical Veterinary Surgeon to join a well-established independent small animal hospital in Dublin.

This position is ideal for a veterinarian with a strong interest in surgery, whether already holding a surgical certificate or looking to work towards one.

The Role
You will be joining a busy and supportive team, working within a hospital environment that offers a strong and varied surgical caseload. The role includes both routine and advanced soft tissue procedures, with real scope to develop and expand surgical services.

Surgical exposure includes:
• BOAS surgery
• Perineal hernia repair
• Thyroidectomy
• Anal sacculectomy
• Complex mass removals
• Extracapsular cruciate repair

There is excellent opportunity to further grow your surgical skills and shape the direction of surgical services within the practice.

The Practice
• Independent, well-established small animal hospital
• Experienced team of 7 vets (5 FTE) supported by skilled nurses and support staff
• Strong caseload with loyal client base
• Exposure to exotic cases available (optional)
• Collaborative and supportive team culture

As an independent practice, there is genuine flexibility to develop new ideas, services, and clinical interests — particularly within surgery.

What’s on offer
• Salary: €65,000 – €85,000 depending on experience
• Full-time position (part-time considered)
• 20 days annual leave
• Birthday day off
• Paid charity day
• Generous CPD allowance with certificate support
• VCI fees paid
• Uniform provided

Location
Based in Dublin with excellent access, parking available, and a great local environment. The practice is also expanding, making this a particularly exciting time to join.

If you are interested in this opportunity, please contact:
info@thevetoffice.com