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Code of Practice for advertising positions in the Veterinary Ireland Journal Classifieds section

Having already introduced a Voluntary Code of Practice in 2016,
the National Council of Veterinary Ireland, at its meeting of May 25, 2017, ratified an updated 'Code of Practice for Advertising
Positions in the Veterinary Ireland Journal (VIJ) Classifieds' for
those placing classified advertisements for jobs in the VIJ, both online and in the monthly, print Journal.

The National Council has agreed that under the updated Code, the following details are required to be included in all Classifieds in the VIJ, where positions are being offered:

  • Name of the person/practice placing the ad; and
  • Town and county in which the person/practice is based.

In addition, where applicable, the following could also be included:

  • Type of job being advertised, eg. mixed practice/companion animal/large animal/equine/exotics and full-Time/part-time/locum/maternity leave, etc.;
  • Experience required, eg. suitability of job for new or recent graduate/ experienced veterinary surgeon;
  • Transparent contact details: ie. personal/practice email address and/or personal/practice telephone contact details (mobile/landline);
  • Salary/remuneration where applicable;
  • Annual leave and public holiday arrangements;
  • Breakdown of work offered, eg. 50% large animal/50% small animal, etc.;
  • Rota and out-of-hours arrangements; and
  • Additional information about position, eg. accommodation; telephone; CVE allowance; vehicle/fuel allowance; Veterinary Ireland membership/VCI/VDS fees, etc. 

An example might be:
“Full-time vet required to join four-vet, Anytown Veterinary Hospital, Anytown, Anycounty. 50% LA/30% SA/20% equine. Experience preferred, new graduate considered. Equal share one-in-four rota. Competitive salary depending on experience. Off-site accommodation available. Vehicle provided with fuel allowance. Five days funded CVE allowance, four weeks' annual leave. VCI and VDS fees funded. For further information please contact:
j.bloggs@anytownvethosp.ie”

The updated Code is now being implemented by Veterinary Ireland and IFP Media and all those advertising job vacancies are requested to comply with this Code of Practice.

Please note that any classifieds not complying with this Code will NOT be included in the print edition of the VIJ or included on the VIJ website. The continued cooperation of all those using the VIJ's Classifieds section in following this Veterinary Ireland Code of Practice is appreciated by Veterinary Ireland and its members.


SA Vet

Waterford City

Full-time SA vet required for an independent expanding practice in Waterford city. We are fully equipped with all modern diagnostic and monitoring facilities. This is a full-time position but offer a flexible rota which can be tailored as required. Experience preferred but not essential as we have excellent support staff. Salary commensurate with experience. Expected start date in June 2024. CV/enquiries to miriam@vikingvets.ie or 089 213 5772.

Vet

Virginia, Co. Cavan

Virginia Veterinary Hospital seek a veterinary surgeon for mixed animal practice. 50% LA/40% SA/10% equine. CPD strongly encouraged and provided as a member of XlVets Ireland. Accommodation available. Situated only 50 minutes from Dublin. Competitive salary to reflect experience. Flexible rota to join six-vet team. For more information or to discuss the role contact Patrick on 087 139 0879 or send your CV to Virginiaveterinaryhospital@gmail.com

Vet

Carlow

Vet required for a mixed practice in Carlow. Mostly companion animal work. Package of €80,000 or higher for suitable applicants. Enthusiastic new graduates who will embrace skill acquisition very seriously are welcome to apply. Support for new graduate will be top class. Digital x-ray, blood machines, gas anaesthesia. Five-day week. Very flexible rota tailored as required. Minimal weekend work. VDS fees paid. Person doing an Advanced Veterinary Certificate (Liverpool) will get fees paid. Apply chrisbradleyvet@gmail.com 

Vet

Headford, Co. Galway

Divilly Veterinary Clinic, Headford, Co. Galway, require a full or part-time mixed animal vet to join our three-vet team. 70% SA/30% LA. Progressive mixed animal practice situated 25 minutes from Galway City. Modern clinic with all the necessary equipment. Friendly team and a supportive working environment.  VCI, VDS, CPD, Mileage and pension scheme. CV to Info@divillyvetclinic.ie or contact Brian on 087 644 8025 for more information.

Vet

Birr, Co. Offaly

Birr Veterinary Clinic require a full-time VS for our mixed animal clinic, LA 65%/SA 35%, mainly dairy. Well-equipped progressive practice with experienced nurses working from a modern purpose-built clinic. One-in-three rota. Ideal for a vet with experience as well as a recent graduate as mentoring will be provided. Five weeks annual leave and all ten statutory bank holidays. VCI/VDS/CPD paid.  A very attractive salary available and accommodation provided. Enquiries/CVs to birrvetclinic@gmail.com or phone Denis confidentially on 087 259 6639.

SA Vet

Co. Donegal

Part-time/full-time vet required in well-equipped 100% small animal clinic, Newtowncunningham, Co. Donegal. Minimum two years’ experience preferred. Competitive salary, commensurate with experience. Email susanroulstonvets@gmail.com

Vet

Roscommon

Vet surgeon required for mixed practice, Roscommon. Full or part-time. VDS. VCI and CPD covered. Top salary paid. Excellent prospects. Ballaghaderreen/Charlestown veterinary clinics. Call 087 2417267 or email CV to millviewvetclinic@hotmail.com

Equine Vet

Armagh, N.I.

O’Reilly & Fee, Armagh, requires a full-time equine vet to add to our team. A wide and varied case load with opportunity to work your own cases with the support if required from experienced colleagues. Excellent terms and conditions. Please forward CV to tanya.wilson@oreillyandfee.co.uk

Vet

Co. Meath

Advanced Pet Care Smith & Foley Veterinary Services seek a mixed veterinary surgeon to join our team. Well established practice in Meath providing best possible care for patients and clients. Experienced, supportive team. Modern facilities including Idexx blood machines, digital x-ray, ultrasound. Full-time role with Saturday rota. OOH 1 in 5.5. Salary €42K + DOE. 21 days annual leave, CPD, VCI and VDS paid. Please send CV and cover letter to manager@smithfoleyvet.com

Vet

Castlerea, Co. Roscommon

Vet required for four-person practice in Castlerea Veterinary Clinic, Co. Roscommon. 70% LA, one-in-four weekend rota. Excellent working environment and terms offered. Please direct enquiries to Kevin Henry and CV to veterinarycvc@gmail.com

Vet

West Limerick

VS required for five-person mixed practice, Deelside Veterinary Clinic. 60% bovine (mainly dairying)/20% equine, 20% SA. Very modern purpose built premises, fully equipped: DR + CR x-ray systems, in house parasitology, haematology, biochemistry machines, endoscope, hand held TB testing technology, ultrasound scanners etc. Experienced or new graduate considered. Salary commensurate with experience. Friendly and helpful working environment. VCI, VDS, CPD paid. Excellent rota and good in practice support. Email raymondfitzell@mail.com

Vet

Wexford

AHC Vets requires a VS to join our six-vet team at our multi-centre mixed practice (50% SA/50% LA) in Wexford. We are fully equipped with all the usual toys including digital x-ray, ultrasound etc. All OOH shared equally with an excellent package on offer. VDS and VCI fees paid and CPD actively encouraged and supported. We are part of the XLVets group and the XLVets graduate programme is available for recent graduates. CVs/enquiries to ahcveterinary@gmail.com or phone 053 913 4140.

SA Vet

Belfast

Great opportunity for 100% SA vet to join a busy Belfast clinic with wide and varied caseload. We are looking for someone who wants to deliver excellent care for our patients and their owners. Excellent support from existing team including eight vets. Medicine/consulting bias very much welcomed. CPD encouraged and funded. Salary commensurate with experience, excellent package with additional benefits. Email practice manager hilary.cullen@gortlandsvets.com

Vet

Ballina, Co. Mayo

Vet required for mixed practice at Ballina Veterinary Clinic. 50% SA/40% LA/10% EQ. Experience preferred but not essential. Special interests accommodated. CPD/certification encouraged. Well-equipped SA facilities to hospital standard. LA equipment includes scanner, blood machines, mobile DR Xray, bull fertility testing etc. 1:6 full weekends with time off in lieu and early finish after on call. Excellent remuneration package commensurate with experience (salary plus expenses plus OOH bonus) with VDS, VCI and CPD covered. CV to fintan@ballinavetclinic.ie or call 087 967 9708.

Vet

Midleton, Cork

Midleton Veterinary Hospital requires a vet to join our team. Mixed practice with 50% LA/50% SA workload. Ideal candidate would be mixed vet with preference for SA work. LA work is primarily dairy. SA hospital well equipped (x-ray, ultrasound, blood machine etc.) One-in-five rota. Experience preferred but not essential. Email CV to info@midletonvets.ie or ring Paul 085 242 1664.

Part-Time SA Vet

Cork City Centre

SA Vet required for regular weekly one-two days part-time and/or Locum to join our team at Paw Paws Vet Clinic. You would be happy with sole charge, 1st opinion, routine surgeries, dentals and diagnostics. Purpose designed 100% SA clinic with surgery suite, iM3 Dental, CR x-ray, in-house Haematology and Biochemistry, access to US as needed. One-two days with some Saturday half days on rota, holiday and leave cover. Flexible hours/days to suit right candidate. Cover letter and CV to appointments@pawpaws.ie

Vet

Mid Ulster

Drumrainey Veterinary Clinic. Mixed-animal practice in the Mid-Ulster area. Looking for an enthusiastic vet to join our 5-vet team that works across our two branches based in Magherafelt and Randalstown. Fast-growing practice with regards to SA and equine and have a strong farm animal client base. Fully equipped with IDEXX blood machines, LA/SA endoscopes, digital x-rays, LA/SA ultrasonography. Generous package including newly refurbished accommodation and van. New graduates welcome to apply. Phone +44 28 7963 2841 or email vets@cjyvets.co.uk

SA Vet

Limerick City

Mid-West Veterinary Clinic requires a full-time SA vet for a clinical lead position. Well-equipped purpose-built practice. Friendly team and supportive environment CPD encouraged and funded, good work life balance with no OOH and limited Saturday work. Salary commensurate with experience and responsibility. Look forward to hearing from you. Apply to officemidwestvets@gmail.com or ring 086 387 2724. 

SA Vet

Kinnegad, Co. Westmeath

SA vet required for thriving practice just 45 minutes from Dublin off the M4/M6 motorway in Park Pets Veterinary Clinic, Kinnegad. Teaching practice with great opportunities to learn and upskill. Busy clinic with wide and varied caseload. Excellent support staff. DR radiography, ECG, capnography, ultrasound, in-house lab. Experience required. Full-time position available immediately. No OOH. Salary 60-70k. CV to frogersvet@hotmail.com 

Senior Vet

Limerick

Are you an experienced VS interested in joining our fast-paced, modern hospital in a busy city? CVC Vets have an opening for a Senior VS to lead their dedicated, friendly team of professionals. 40 hours per week, one-in-four weekend cover. OOH included (one-in-eight weekends, one weeknight per week). Salary €60K-80K DOE. Generous AL allowance. Career progression opportunities. If you're looking to be part of our team to deliver the best possible care to animals in need, apply now to mike.canty@cvcvets.ie

Vet

Duleek, Co. Meath

Duleek Veterinary Hospital requires a vet for mixed (60% LA/40% SA) practice. LA mainly dairy. 1:4 rota. All mod cons. The ideal candidate would be interested in all aspects of mixed practice but there is potential to develop in any particular area. Experience preferred. Salary commensurate with experience. CVs to duleekvet@gmail.com or phone 086 031 3811.

SA Vet

Drogheda, Co. Louth

Westgate Veterinary Clinic have a great opportunity for an experienced (five years plus) 100% SA vet surgeon in busy SA clinic with great opportunities for career progression. No OOH, one-in-four Saturdays. Salary range from €60-€85k. Salary commensurate with experience, forming part of an excellent remuneration package with great additional benefits. For more information, contact our Practice Manager Gráinne on 041 983 8718, or apply with your CV to grainne.lawless@westgatevets.com

Vet

Co. Offaly

Full-time VS required for two-branch mixed practice in Birr and Kilcormac. Friendly and supportive environment. Usual mod cons, idexx blood machine, large and SA ultrasound, digital x-ray, dental machine and gas anaesthesia. Purpose built indoor LA surgical area. LA 40%/SA 55%/EQ 5% but can be tailored to applicants’ preference. Clinical freedom and CPD encouraged and funded. One-in-four rota with day off in lieu of weekend worked on call. Good support structure for new graduate. Excellent salary on offer with VCI, VDS and mileage covered. Send CV to aideenrigney@kilcormacvet.ie

SA Vet - Maternity Cover

Waterford

City Vets in Waterford are seeking a SA vet surgeon to cover some maternity leave from June to September 2024. Full-time position, 40 hours/5 days per week, with occasional OOH and weekend work. Salary for this position is up to €6,250 per month DOE. Email william.smith@cityvets.ie

Residents in Bovine and Small Ruminant

Glasgow

Residents in Bovine and Small Ruminant. The University of Glasgow seeks farm-interested veterinary graduates for a clinical residency and research Masters program. Residents will focus on farm investigation, primary animal care, and teaching, pursuing Diplomas in Bovine or Small Ruminant Health Management alongside a Veterinary Medicine Masters. Stipend starts at £26,017 (tax free), increasing annually. Apply by 21st April. Email Lorenzo.Viora@glasgow.ac.uk. https://www.gla.ac.uk/schools/bohvm/study/jobs/postgraduatevacancies/

Vet

Athenry, Galway

Kelly Veterinary Clinic requires a vet to join our mixed practice team. 50% LA/50% SA. Digital x-ray, dental x-ray, dental machine, gas anaesthesia, SA and LA ultrasound, blood machines, etc. Aiming at a good work life balance. One-in-four rota but time off in lieu of out-of-hours worked. Only 15 minutes from Galway City. Excellent support for new graduates. Fully equipped practice vehicle supplied. Accommodation provided. VCI and VDS paid. CPD encouraged and funded. Apply to brendankellyvet@yahoo.com

Vet

Co. Down

Mourne Veterinary Clinic. Vet required. Come to the beautiful Mourne Mountains and join our modern, friendly, four-vet, two-nurse mixed practice. Flexible for mixed, LA or SA vet. Some routine EQ caseload available also. Salary £35,000 to £60,000 DOE. Mon-Fri 9-6pm plus one-in-four rota. Excellent support. Funded CPD among other benefits. Accommodation and vehicle available. Contact  Shantel.lloyd@mourneveterinaryclinic.co.uk

Vet

Derry/Londonderry

Whitehouse Veterinary Clinic requires VS (mixed or small animal) for thriving practice in scenic North West of Ireland. Newly refurbished purpose-built clinic with latest tech and equipment. Currently eight-vet team with excellent back up support provided. Competitive salary with usual benefits. Contact david@whitehousevc.com

Head of Vet Services - Maternity Cover

Inchicore, Dublin

Looking for a rewarding career where you can develop clinical, management and leadership skills?  Experienced SA vet required for “Head of Vet Services” maternity cover at The Irish Blue Cross, Inchicore, Dublin, to oversee the provision of low-cost, high-standard charity veterinary care, in a well-equipped and friendly environment. Email chris.conneely@bluecross.ie

Vet

Athenry, Co. Galway

Athenry Pet Clinic requires a VS to join a four-vet practice. One-in-three rota at present. Mixed practice with a large proportion of LA work and a busy SA clinic. The ideal candidate will be working predominantly with large animals and some SA clinics and surgeries, with the opportunity to expand SA caseloads if desired. Very friendly staff and clientele. 15 minutes from Galway city. All mod cons. Experience preferred but new graduates will be considered. Competitive salary. Email brodyvets@gmail.com or call 087 966 4877.

Vet

Graiguenamanagh Co. Kilkenny

Veterinary surgeon required, Graiguenamanagh Co. Kilkenny. One-in-five rota all year round. 80% LA/20% Pets. Contact duiskevetcentre@gmail.com

Vet

New Ross, Co. Wexford

10 Irishtown Vet Ltd require a full/part-time mixed practice vet. Experience preferred but new recent grads welcomed. Progressive practice with all the mod cons inc. digital x-ray, biochemistry and haematology machine, ovacyte machine etc. One-in-six rota changing to one-in-four rota during the Spring sharing OOH with neighbouring practice. Very good support offered at any time including OOH. 70% LA/30% SA. No equine if candidate wishes. LA work is predominantly dairy work with a small amount of suckler and ovine. Can accommodate LA vet exclusively if necessary. Salary based or commission-based work. Contact Joe Moffitt on 087-6797139. Email e.j.moffit@gmail.com

SA Vet

Wicklow Town

Wicklow Veterinary Clinic require a primary SA vet. Must be an excellent communicator. Modern, purpose-built, well equipped registered SA hospital. 75% SA/15% LA/10% Equine. Currently we have four vets, two nurses, three support staff and a Practice Manager. Full-time permanent position. Part-time or flexible options could be considered. Monday-Friday 9-6 and one-in-three Saturday mornings. No OOH. Salary commensurates with experience and qualifications. CV to denis.doyle@wicklowvets.ie

Senior Vet

Clare/Limerick border

Senior veterinary surgeon wanted for Rockall Vets, Westbury, Clare, Limerick border. Work closely with the management team to develop yourself, your team and Rockall Veterinary. Salary, VDS, VCI paid, excellent team, interesting caseload and a great city to live in. Please email your CV to Kathy at Kathy@rockhallveterinary.ie

Part-Time Vet

Northpoint, Cork

Sunbeam Vets is seeking a part-time VS for our referral hospital in Northpoint, Cork. Weekend day shifts only: Saturday 1pm to 7:30pm and Sundays 7:30am to 7:30pm. Generous salary DOE plus robust benefits included. Experience in ECC required. Email karen.donnelly@sunbeamvets.com

SA Vet

Northpoint, Cork

Sunbeam Vets is seeking a 100% SA VS for our referral hospital in Northpoint, Cork. Highly suited for a new graduate or young VS looking to develop professionally. Permanent, full-time position. One-in-six weekends. No OOH. Salary up to €47K DOE plus robust benefits package. Email karen.donnelly@sunbeamvets.com

Vet

Carrick-On-Shannon, Co. Leitrim

Crowe's Veterinary Clinic requires an experienced VS Monday-Friday for small animal clinic and TB testing. Busy caseload, well equipped practice, no ooh. Full-time position but we are open to flexi hours/part-time. VCI and VDS fees paid. Attractive package for suitable candidate. CV to crowesveterinaryclinic@gmail.com

Vet

Ballincollig, Co. Cork

Riverview Veterinary Group is seeking a Companion Animal vet to join our 12-person team of vets, nurses and animal care assistants. This position would suit a new or recently qualified colleague who wants to develop their career within a wider veterinary group (five sites) offering referral surgery, exotic and zoological veterinary services alongside a busy first opinion medical and surgical caseload. Paid VDS, VCI plus one other membership fee. Full package of benefits available including generous CPD allowances. CV to msexton@riverview.ie

Animal Care Assistant

Charleville, Co. Cork

Receptionist/Animal care assistant required for SA practice. We are a young, friendly team looking for an energetic and friendly new team member! Part-time flexi position. One Saturday per month. Working in a three-vet clinic with two nurses. Salary 13-15 euro per hour depending on experience. Very friendly team with good atmosphere. All mod cons, including digital x-ray, Idexx bloods, US, gas anesthesia, monitoring equipment etc. CV to info@millhousevets.ie

SA Vet

Enniskerry, Co. Wicklow

Ballyorney Veterinary clinic seeks a full-time SA vet. Experience preferable. Salary commensurate with experience. Access to x-ray, ultrasound machine. VCI, VDS included. Family-run practice with four veterinarians specialising in equine and small animal medicine. Located near Enniskerry, 45 minutes from Dublin City. Role focused on small animal clinic, with potential for equine involvement. CV to ballyorneyvet@gmail.com 

Business Development Director

Multiple Branches

Highfield Veterinary Group are looking to recruit an experienced Business Development Director, across all 12 branches and based in Dublin head office. This is a key role within the business, and you will be responsible for the day-to-day operations of 12 SA Clinics, ensuring the highest levels of client and patient care are achieved, along with driving financial performance. Our ideal candidate will be a self-starter and capable of managing their own time and task list based on their own initiative. Apply with CV and cover letter to Sarah@highfield.ie

Vet

Naas, Co. Kildare

Highfield are seeking an experienced mixed vet to join their enthusiastic and supportive team. 50% LA (mostly farm)/50% SA. Farm office in Naas, SA work across our well-equipped, modern practices. 1:5 LA rota all year; 1:9 SA Saturdays with time off in lieu. Salary based on experience, VCI & VDS funded, jeep provided, CPD funded alongside regular SA and FA clinical clubs in-house. Email lucy@highfield.ie  

SA Vet

Dungarvan, Co. Waterford

Riverside Veterinary Hospital requires a full-time SA VS for our 100% SA Hospital. Experience preferred but not essential. Salary commensurate with experience. Modern, fully equipped veterinary hospital. One-in-three rota. Four weeks annual leave, VCI, VDS and CPD funded. Come join our team and work in the beautiful seaside destination of Dungarvan. CVs to riversidevetsdungarvan@gmail.com

Practice Manager

Cork City

Experienced practice manager required for a full-time position in Corks newest Veterinary Hospital. Apply with CV to blackpoolvets@gmail.com 

Receptionist

Cork City

Experienced receptionist required for full-time position in Cork city’s new first opinion and referral hospital. Apply with CV to blackpoolvets@gmail.com