Veterinary Practitioner - Small Animal
Shenick Veterinary Centre - Skerries Unit 5 Hospital, Skerries
Discipline: Small Animal
Shenick Veterinary Hospital, Skerries
Permanent | Full-Time
Salary up to €60,000 DOE
Join a Leading Small Animal Hospital with Real Clinical Opportunity
Shenick Veterinary Hospital in Skerries is proud to offer an exciting opportunity for a Veterinary Practitioner to join our well-established, progressive team on a full-time, permanent basis.
This is more than a typical GP role – it’s your chance to work in a large, modern hospital environment with exceptional facilities, a collaborative team, and the freedom to shape your clinical future.
A Role That Grows With You
We’re looking for a confident vet with solid first-opinion experience who is ready to take the next step. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys general practice or those eager to develop a niche clinical focus over time. Whether your interests lie in internal medicine, surgery, or another pathway, you’ll have the support, case exposure and flexibility to progress towards advanced or referral-level work in the future.
Your day-to-day will include a mix of consultations, case work-ups, routine procedures and surgery, with the time and support needed to work cases to a high standard.
A True Hospital Setting
Based primarily in our flagship Skerries hospital, you’ll enjoy access to outstanding facilities, including:
Multiple fully-equipped operating suites
Separate dog and cat wards
On-site hydrotherapy pool with a dedicated rehabilitation team
Comprehensive in-house diagnostics
You’ll work alongside a skilled and supportive team of GP vets, experienced nurses, and support staff, with additional collaboration across our branch clinics in Balbriggan and Stamullen.
Work-Life Balance That Works
We understand the importance of balance and have created a rota that supports both your professional and personal life:
40-hour week
1 in 3 Saturdays (daytime only)
No out-of-hours or on-call
No bank holidays
This structure gives you consistency, predictability, and time to recharge.
Who We’re Looking For
VCI-registered Veterinary Surgeon (essential)
Proven experience in small animal first-opinion practice
Confident with routine consultations, medical work-ups and standard surgeries
A proactive, team-oriented approach with a desire to grow clinically
Please note: this role is not suitable for new graduates or those requiring a high level of mentorship, but could suit a capable junior vet ready to step up.
A Package That Reflects Your Value
We offer a competitive salary of up to €60,000 DOE, alongside a comprehensive benefits package:
Work-Life Balance
22 days annual leave
Paid birthday leave
Wellbeing Support
Paid maternity and paternity leave
Employee Assistance Programme & wellbeing resources
Cycle to Work scheme
Paid bereavement leave
Company sick pay
Professional Development
€1,300 CPD allowance + 5 paid CPD days
Funding for certificates, diplomas or further qualifications
Clear career progression pathways
Annual Care Fund contribution (€1,100)
Professional Fees
VCI membership paid
VDS cover included
Additional Benefits
Employer pension contributions
Annual pay reviews
Retail discounts and cashback scheme
Discounted veterinary fees
Flu vaccinations
Access to internal committees and interest groups
Let’s Build Your Future Together
If you’re looking for a role where you can develop your skills, explore advanced clinical interests, and be part of a genuinely supportive hospital team, we’d love to hear from you.
Come and discover how Shenick Veterinary Hospital can support not just your next role – but your long-term career.
Shenick Veterinary Centre - Skerries Unit 5 Hospital
Unit 5, Skerries Point Shopping Centre, Kellys Bay, Skerries, K34 W226, Ireland
Animals treated
Dogs, cats & small pets
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.