Job Openings Veterinary Surgeon - Cork

About the job Veterinary Surgeon - Cork

Location: Cork, Ireland (Kinsale Road Clinic)
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent
Hours: 40 hours per week
Salary: Dependent on experience

The Opportunity

A leading small animal veterinary group in Cork is seeking an experienced Veterinary Surgeon to join their Kinsale Road team. This role offers the ideal balance between clinical autonomy, case variety, and a supportive environment committed to work-life balance and professional development.

Working in a fully equipped and modern practice, the successful candidate will manage their own caseload, contribute to the continued growth of high-quality veterinary services, and collaborate closely with a team of skilled professionals. This is a 100% small animal role with a strong emphasis on patient care and clinical excellence.

Key Responsibilities

  • Independently manage consultations, diagnostics, and follow-up care

  • Perform routine and advanced soft tissue surgeries

  • Engage in clinical discussions and case collaboration with colleagues

  • Contribute to a positive, team-oriented practice culture

  • Participate in a shared weekend and on-call rota

Who Should Apply

  • VCI-registered Veterinary Surgeons (or eligible to register)

  • Experienced small animal vets only this position is not open to recent graduates

  • Confident clinicians who value autonomy and collaborative teamwork

  • Professionals interested in further developing skills in surgery, internal medicine, and diagnostics

Why Join This Team?

This well-established Cork-based veterinary group operates several practices across the region, offering access to referral-level facilities, an engaged client base, and a strong clinical support network.

Facilities include:

  • CT scanner, digital radiography, ultrasound

  • Endoscopy and laparoscopy

  • In-house laboratory diagnostics

  • Orthopaedic and spinal surgery services

  • Hydrotherapy and rehabilitation suites

  • 24-hour emergency care based at a dedicated hospital site

The team includes over 40 staff members, including 16 Veterinary Surgeons and 18 Veterinary Nursesmany of whom hold postgraduate qualifications or are actively pursuing further certifications.

The working environment encourages professional development and places real emphasis on the well-being of both staff and patients.

Benefits (Pro Rata)

Work-Life Balance

  • 22 days annual leave

  • Paid birthday leave

  • Paid maternity and paternity leave

  • Paid sick leave and bereavement leave

  • Cycle to Work scheme

  • Access to Employee Assistance Programme and Wellbeing Centre

Career Development

  • 1,300 annual CPD allowance + 5 paid CPD days

  • Certificate/Diploma/PhD funding available

  • VCI and VDS fees covered

  • Defined clinical and non-clinical progression pathways

Additional Perks

  • Annual salary reviews

  • CARE Fund 1,100 per vet annually to support exceptional patient outcomes

  • Discounts and cashback offers via employee benefit portal

  • Pension contributions

  • Discounted veterinary fees for staff pets

  • Free flu vaccines

How to Apply

To express interest or find out more, please contact info@thevetoffice.com
Reference: Veterinary Surgeon Cork (Kinsale Road)

Applications are welcomed from experienced veterinary professionals who meet the outlined criteria.


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