Carndonagh Veterinary Practice, Carndonagh, Co. Donegal, is seeking an experienced full-time, Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon to join our busy team and mentor newly qualified veterinarians when required.
Applicants are invited to express their interest in being considered for this full- time position. The successful applicant will report to the practice manager joining a six-vet team, nurses and staff. The team values each members contribution and fosters a positive, collaborative environment.
About the Practice:
Our newly purpose-built animal clinic is fully equipped with all modern diagnostics, enabling provision of a multidisciplinary veterinary practice serving Inishowen in Co Donegal. Situated in Carndonagh, we offer first class veterinary care for all animals, big and small. Carn Vet Clinic is the most northerly vet practice in Ireland! We have served the farmers and pet owners of Inishowen for generations.
About the Role:
- Maintains animal health by diagnosing and treating diseases and injuries.
- Determines the nature of disease or injury by examining small animals.
- Restores animal health by treating animals surgically or medically.
- Prevents rabies, brucellosis, and other disorders by testing animals and providing inoculations.
- Promotes health of animals by advising animal owners about sanitation measures, feeding, and general care.
- Documents actions by completing and updating forms, reports, and animal records and reporting diseases to public health officials.
- Enhances clinic reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests, exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.
About you:
- Experience conducting various types of surgeries, vaccinations and health checks on animals
- Knowledge of medical equipment (e.g. X-ray machines) and anaesthesia procedures
- Problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain medical terms and conditions using simple language
- Availability to take evening or weekend shifts in cases of emergency
- Patience and a love for animals
- Must provide high quality veterinary care to clients and their animals.
- Excellent standard of spoken and written English language.
- Minimum of 4 years’ experience (ability to undertake all small animal surgeries).
- VCI registered.
Benefits:
Competitive salary to reflect experience
VDS and VCI membership paid
CPD funded and encouraged
Company sick pay scheme
Company pension scheme
Apply by sending CV and cover letter to recruitment@inishowencoop.com
Closing Date: 14th-October-2025.
Carndonagh Veterinary Practice is an equal opportunities Employer.