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Enhanced Annual Leave entitlement Birthday Leave (paid day off on your birthday)
Paid Maternity Leave Package Paid Paternity Leave Cycle to Work Scheme Full access to EAP and Wellbeing Centre Paid Bereavement Leave Company Sick Pay
€1300 annual CPD allowance with 5 days paid CPD days pro rata Funding of any Certificates / Diplomas / PhD’s you may want to pursue Career Progression Opportunities, both clinical and non-clinical
VCI membership paid VDS cover paid
Annual Pay Reviews 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)
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Veterinary Practitioner - OOH / Emergency - Small Animal
Sunbeam Veterinary Hospital, Northpoint, Northpoint
Discipline: Emergency Vet
Full Time, Flexible
Up to €70,000 DOE
Veterinary Practitioner – OOH / Emergency
Sunbeam Veterinary Hospital, Northpoint, Co Cork
Full-time, Permanent | Starting April 2026
Salary up to €70,000 DOE plus excellent benefits
Own the Night – Elevate Your Emergency Career
If you love emergency medicine, thrive under pressure, and want to work in a hospital that genuinely invests in its people and its medicine, this could be the role that takes your career to the next level.
Sunbeam Veterinary Hospital is expanding its dedicated night team and is looking for an experienced Veterinary Surgeon to join our OOH and Emergency service at our flagship Northpoint referral hospital. This is a rare opportunity to focus purely on emergency and criticial care, working alongside a highly experienced, supportive team in one of Ireland’s best-equipped veterinary hospitals.
A Night Role Designed Around Balance
This role offers a structured, sustainable rota that allows you to fully switch off between shifts and maintain a healthy work-life balance.
You’ll work 7 nights on, 14 nights off rotation, with shifts running from 7pm to 8am. This protected time off means you can recover properly, pursue personal interests, or even continue further study alongside your role. Annual leave is generous (pro-rata), and wellbeing is genuinely prioritized, not just talked about.
Work at the Cutting Edge of Emergency Care
Based in our state-of-the-art Northpoint hospital, you’ll have access to exceptional facilities and clinical support. Sunbeam is a busy referral centre, meaning your nights will be varied, challenging, and deeply rewarding.
You’ll be supported by experienced colleagues and have access to advanced diagnostics and equipment, including a CT scanner, digital radiography, ultrasound, laparoscopy, endoscopy, a fully equipped in-house laboratory, orthopaedic and spinal surgery facilities, and modern hospitalisation wards. This is an environment where high standards are the norm and where you can truly grow your emergency skillset.
Professional development is actively encouraged, with fully funded CPD, support for further qualifications, and paid professional memberships.
Who We’re Looking For
This role is suited to a confident Veterinary Surgeon who enjoys emergency work and wants to deepen their experience in a referral setting. You must be VCI registered and eligible to work in Ireland.
Experience is required, and while an additional qualification or background in emergency medicine would be an advantage, it’s not essential. A strong interest in ECC and a willingness to continue developing your skills is just as important. This position is not suitable for new graduates or those requiring close day-to-day mentorship.
Why Sunbeam?
Sunbeam Veterinary Hospital has been caring for pets across Cork since 2003 and has grown into a leading small animal and referral group. Alongside our Northpoint referral centre, we operate clinics in Blackpool, Cobh, Passage West and on the Kinsale Road, with a 24-hour emergency service based at Northpoint.
You’ll be joining a large, collaborative team of over 40 staff, including 20 Veterinary Surgeons, 20 Veterinary Nurses, and a dedicated night team. Many of our clinicians hold certificates or have developed niche interests, and we actively support further specialisation and long-term career progression - whether that’s advanced ECC, a referral discipline, or leadership.
Benefits - Subject to Pro Rata
We recognise 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 salary, you will also benefit from:
Work Life Balance
Focus on Employee Wellbeing
Development
Professional Memberships
Additional Benefits
A Career That Grows With You
This role offers more than just a night rota - it offers a pathway. With structured development, funded education, and exposure to complex referral cases, it’s an ideal position for a vet who wants to build real depth in emergency medicine while working in a progressive, people-focused hospital.
If you’re ready to step into an exciting night role with outstanding facilities, a genuinely supportive team, and the space to grow professionally, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today and take the next step in your emergency and referral career at Sunbeam Veterinary Hospital.
Sunbeam Veterinary Hospital, Northpoint
Unit 22, Northpoint Business Park, Northpoint, T23 FXY9, Ireland
Animals treated
Dogs, cats & small pets
Exotic Friendly
Rabbit Friendly
Chicken Friendly
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.