Veterinary Practitioner – Small Animal

Barna & Moycullen Vets, Galway 

Full-time | Permanent 

Salary up to €55,000 | Relocation allowance up to €5,000 

A West Coast Role Where Life & Practice Actually Balance

Imagine finishing work and heading for the beach, the hills of Connemara, or a café in Galway city – all before the evening is out. At Barna & Moycullen Vets, this is everyday life.

We’re looking for a friendly, capable Veterinary Surgeon to join our small, supportive team on Ireland’s west coast. This is a role for someone who enjoys first-opinion practice, values teamwork, and wants the space to do good medicine without constant pressure or burnout. Whether you’re keen to broaden your experience or simply craving a better pace of life, this position offers both professional fulfilment and lifestyle appeal.

The Role – Varied, Supportive & Well-Structured

This is a full-time permanent position, working a 36-hour week across four days. The rota is designed with balance in mind and includes 1 in 4 Saturdays, two on-call weeknights per month, and 5–6 weekends per year, including one bank holiday.

Clinically, you’ll enjoy a broad and interesting small animal caseload – consultations, diagnostics, routine surgery and emergency care – all within a calm, collaborative environment. You’ll never feel isolated, with experienced colleagues around you and a team that genuinely looks out for one another.

What We’re Looking For

We’d love to hear from VCI-registered Veterinary Surgeons with at least 12 months’ general practice experience, who are confident in routine first-opinion work and routine surgeries.

You’ll be someone who:

*Enjoys managing cases independently when needed

*Communicates clearly with clients and colleagues

*Takes pride in patient care and clinical standards

*Values teamwork, kindness and professionalism

Whether you’re still building confidence or bringing years of experience, there’s room here for you to feel settled, supported, and appreciated.

About Barna & Moycullen Vets

Nestled between Galway City and the wild beauty of Connemara, Barna & Moycullen Vets has been caring for pets and their families for years with warmth, professionalism, and a personal touch.

We’re a 100% small animal practice with two modern, purpose-built clinics – both well equipped with digital X-ray, ultrasound, IDEXX lab suite, and dental X-ray (coming soon).

Our dedicated team of 4 vets, 4 nurses, and a practice manager foster a supportive, close-knit working environment where collaboration and continuous learning are part of the culture. With a loyal client base and relaxed working pace, you’ll have time to provide thorough, compassionate care – and to enjoy the stunning coastal lifestyle right on your doorstep.

Benefits & Development

In addition to a competitive salary, you’ll benefit from a comprehensive package designed to support your wellbeing and career progression. This includes

Work Life Balance

*22 Days Annual Leave

*Birthday Leave (paid day off on your birthday)

Focus on Employee Wellbeing

*Paid Maternity Leave Package

*Paid Paternity Leave

*Cycle to Work Scheme

*Full access to EAP and Wellbeing Centre

*Paid Bereavement Leave

*Company Sick Pay

Development

*€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

Professional Memberships

*VCI membership paid

*VDS cover paid

Additional Benefits

*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, Clinical Board and many more)

Ready for Your West Coast Chapter?

If you’re looking for a role that combines good medicine, great people and an exceptional lifestyle, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today and see what life – and practice – could look like at Barna & Moycullen.