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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.


VETERINARY NURSING

Please note: Following communications from the Veterinary Council of Ireland, advertisers in the veterinary nursing section are reminded that “acts of veterinary nursing can only be carried out by a Registered Veterinary Nurse” and that the wording of classified in this section should not confuse veterinary nursing position with other non-registrant positions such as “animal care assistants”. 

RVN

Headford, Co. Galway

Divilly Veterinary Clinic are seeking a full-time RVN. Mixed animal practice located 25 minutes from Galway City. The team consists of three vets, one nurse and one receptionist. Shared Saturday rota (1/3) with clinic open from 10am to 2pm. Modern clinic with all usual equipment. The role involves mostly nursing skills but on occasion some reception duties would be required. Experience preferred and compensated. Salary DOE. VCI, VDS, CPD and pension covered as part of package. Email CV to info@divillyvetclinic.ie for more information or call 093 36501.

RVN

Santry, Co. Dublin

Santry Veterinary Surgery are seeking an enthusiastic RVN to join our expanding team. Friendly and supportive team consisting of one vet, one nurse and an ACA. Salary €28-€35k FTE, paid maternity leave, certified sick pay, VCI and generous CPD allowance and 22 days per year annual leave. Would suit new graduate or nurse with experience. Send cover letter and CV to admin@anicare.ie

RVN

Drogheda, Co. Louth

AllPets Veterinary Hospital is seeking an RVN to join their highly experienced nursing team. 1-2 years’ experience preferred but suitable for new graduates. Full-time, permanent position. Salary up to €32K DOE. Attractive benefits included. Full details https://tinyurl.com/3ty8e7cd. To apply email karen.rooney@allpets.ie

RVN

East Cork

Full-time permanent position for a RVN at our 100% SA clinic, based in beautiful East Cork. Join our dynamic and experienced close-knit team of vets, nurses, ACA, receptionist and general manager. Uniforms, VDS insurance and VCI fees included in the package. Four-day week, one-in-four Saturdays (hours 10am-2pm), no OOH. Pay commensurate with experience. Paid overtime. Please forward CV or enquiries to angela.cloynevet@gmail.com

RVN

Swords, Co Dublin

Exciting RVN opportunity at Lissenhall Veterinary Hospital, Swords. Salary €30-€35k DOE. Benefits include 6.6 weeks holiday, 2 weeks paid sick leave. Full or part-time considered, with 1:3 weekends, but no on call or OOHs. Experienced or newly qualified RVN considered. Must be registered with the VCI, or eligible to register.  Contact Lauren at laurenvet@yahoo.com or Natalie on +353 1 890 0375 for further information.

RVN

Tralee, Co. Kerry

Do you have enthusiasm and confidence and a happy disposition? RVN position available in Tralee with new shared two-bed, two-bath apartment including subsidised energy. Recent renovation with space, modern equipment etc., see www.holmesveterinarycom. Fully supported on-site training and CVE. Inexperienced nurses welcome. VCI paid. Email Donatetovet@gmail.com

Part-Time RVN

Tullow, Co. Carlow

Part-time RVN required for 100% SA clinic in Tullow, Co. Carlow. Friendly, relaxed working environment, well equipped clinic and no OOH. Minimum one year experience essential. For more information or to apply please contact tullowvet@gmail.com

RVN

Portarlington, Co. Laois

Portarlington Veterinary Centre, based in Portarlington, Co. Laois, are seeking an enthusiastic full-time or part-time RVN to join our friendly team in a fully equipped clinic. No OOH or weekend work. VCI, VDS and CPD funded with excellent working conditions. Please contact Anne Flanagan at portvetcentre@gmail.com

RVN

Newcastle West, Co. Limerick

RVN position available in Newcastle West Pet Vet Clinic, Newcastle West, for immediate start. Full-time, part-time available. Computer skills essential. Grooming experience an advantage. Please apply with cover letter and CV to thevetclinickantoher@hotmail.com

RVN

Kilkenny

Village Veterinary Hospital, Kilkenny, have a vacancy for a RVN to join our busy city-based practice. Well-equipped practice with plenty of support (five-nurse team) and no out-of-hours. Salary commensurate with experience, to include VCI, CPD, VDS etc. Please email info@villagevet.ie or call 087 255 7196.

SA RVN

Co. Galway

Dunmore Veterinary Clinic, Co. Galway, requires full-time or part-time RVN to work alongside our SA vet in a friendly, supportive, fully equipped SA clinic. No OOH. Experienced or new graduate welcome to apply. XL nursing graduate programme available. Salary commensurate with experience. Email glenvetclinic@gmail.com     

Practice Manager

Cork

Riverview Veterinary Group is seeking to appoint a Practice Manager for our five-site practice in Cork. Candidates will have an understanding of finances including stock and cost control, and pricing. They should also be a natural leader, and be able to communicate and build strong relationships with both colleagues and clients. Salary commensurate with experience, €38,000-€45,000 p.a. Enhanced holiday leave for the successful candidate. CV to msexton@riverview.ie before the 25th of February. Please apply directly – no agency submissions.           

RVN

Maynooth, Co. Kildare

Highfield Veterinary seeks a full-time RVN. All levels of experience will be considered, new graduates welcome to apply to secure a space on our Graduate Academy. Dynamic and supportive teams, dedicated nurse mentors, staff social events, monthly in house clinical clubs and further education is all part of our culture. We offer the latest in diagnostic equipment, competitive salaries, contributed pensions, generous holiday allowances, birthday leave and professional fees will be paid. No OOH. Apply to rebecca@highfield.ie

RVN

Dun Laoghaire, Co. Dublin

Park Lane Vets is a progressive, independent and fully equipped 100% companion animal hospital looking for a full-time, VCI RVN. The successful candidate will have strong communication skills and share our compassionate approach to pet and client care. Experience preferred. Excellent working conditions and renumeration and funded VDS, VCI and CPD. Flexible rota, which includes one-in-four half day Saturdays. The practice is closed on Sundays. CV and cover letter to parklaneveterinary@gmail.com

SA RVN

Mullingar, Co. Westmeath

Park Veterinary Centre are seeking an enthusiastic full or part-time RVN to join our team in our new independently owned SA clinic in Mullingar. The ideal candidate will have excellent skills in communication and ability to work both independently and in a team. The position would suit someone with experience, but all applications considered. No OOH, VCI and VDS covered, CPD strongly encouraged and funded. Competitive salary dependent on experience. Contact parkveterinary@gmail.com

RVN

Ardee, Co. Louth

O’Dowds Veterinary, Ardee, Co. Louth, seek a permanent full-time veterinary nurse to join our highly skilled team. 40-hour week over five days with one-in-four Saturdays shared and a day off in lieu that week. Salary up to €37,000 plus benefits depending on experience. Contact info@ardeevets.ie

RVN

Co. Westmeath

Park Pets Veterinary Clinic. Full-time position available in our award-winning practice in Kinnegad Co. Westmeath for an experienced nurse. We are a teaching practice, with super opportunities to learn. High tech equipment with capnography, DR radiography, ultrasound, lab. Busy caseload including soft tissue and orthopaedic cases. New graduates welcome to apply. One-in-three Saturdays; no out-of-hours duties. Cover letter and CV to frogersvet@hotmail.com 

RVN

Co. Wicklow

RVN required in Avondale Vets, Co. Wicklow (Arklow & Rathdrum). Incredible work life balance (one-in-four weekends, no OOH or night duty). Join our friendly progressive practice where nurses using their skills in a happy working environment is our priority. Paid VCI membership and CPD provided. New grads and experienced nurses are welcome to apply. Based just 40 mins south of Dublin, between the beautiful Wicklow mountains and the sea. Apply to wicklowvetjob@gmail.com

RVN

Kilcock, Co. Kildare

Kilcock Veterinary Hospital is looking for an RVN to join their team. No OOH. VCI and VDS fees are paid and CPD is encouraged. Salary Range €31k-€50k commensurate with experience. A competitive package will be available to the suitable candidate. For further questions or expressions of interest please email katypersonal2012@gmail.com