Veterinary Surgeon – Small Animal – FTC

Veterinary Surgeon – Maternity Cover (Fixed Term Contract) 

Location: Anicare Vets, Clontarf, Dublin 

Salary €50,000 per annum plus benefits 

Hours: Full-Time (40 hours/week) 

Start Date: September 2025 

Weekends: 1.5 in 6 weekends 

Out of Hours: None 

Anicare Veterinary Group, a well established and progressive veterinary network in Dublin, is seeking a confident and skilled Veterinary Surgeon for a Specific Purpose Contract (Maternity Cover) at our busy Clontarf practice.  

About the Role: 

This fixed-term position is ideal for a vet with 1-2 years experience, confident in clinical consultations and internal medicine, with basic surgical skills. You will deliver high-quality first opinion care and support our friendly, collaborative clinical team.  

Who We’re Looking For:  

• VCI registered Veterinary Surgeon and available to work from September 2025 

• 1-2 years experience in small animal practice 

• Confidence in clinical consultation, internal medicine and detailed case work ups 

• Basic surgical skills preferred 

• Professional, client-focused, and team-oriented 

• Not suitable for new graduates 

Why Join Anicare? 

Anicare Veterinary Group is one of Dublin’s longest-established veterinary networks, comprising four practices: Clontarf, Santry, Blanchardstown, and Glasnevin. Our Clontarf practice is modern and well-equipped with digital radiography and orthopaedic tools, and is home to a team of 4 vets, 4 nurses, and 3 support staff. Across the group, we have 16 vets and a strong support network, including several certificate holders offering internal referrals and ongoing clinical mentorship. 

What We Offer 

Benefits – subject to pro-rata 

We recognise that our people are fundamental to the success of our business. Investing in our staff, premises and processes is at the heart of what we do. In addition to a competitive salary, you will also benefit from:  

Work Life Balance & Employee Wellbeing 

• 22 days Annual Leave  & Birthday leave 

• Paid Maternity, Paternity & Adoptive Leave Packages 

• 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&C’s 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, Nurses Committee, Clinical Board and many more)  

Our Commitment to Inclusion 

We are proud to be a BAME and LGBTQIA+ inclusive employer and a Disability Confident Employer. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process.   

Ready to Apply? 

If any of these exciting roles sound like the right fit for you, we’d love to hear from you. Please send your CV and a short cover letter indicating which role you’re applying for to [email protected]. 

Come join a team where your growth is our priority, and your contribution truly makes a difference.