Veterinary Practitioner - Junior / Graduate - Mixed
Posted 46 minutes 54 seconds ago by VC Evidensia UK
If you are a newly qualified or junior vet looking to build your confidence in a genuinely supportive environment, Athlone Veterinary Hospital could be the perfect place to begin your career.
This role is ideal for graduates who want strong clinical foundations, patient mentorship, and the reassurance of working alongside experienced colleagues who enjoy teaching and supporting early careers. You will have the space to learn at your own pace, with access to excellent facilities, structured training, and a friendly, grounded team who want you to succeed.
Thinking about location too? Athlone offers affordable living, an easygoing lifestyle, and great transport links, with Dublin and Galway both around an hour away. With lakeside walks, outdoor activities, great food and a welcoming community, it is a brilliant place to settle into your first role
This is a full-time permanent position only. The standard working pattern is 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with one Saturday clinic every four weeks.
Out of hours is shared fairly across the team. This includes two nights on call per week, a 1 in 4 rota during spring, and a quieter 1 in 8 rota off season. Time off in lieu is provided for out of hours work.
The caseload is approximately 60 percent small animal and 40 percent large animal, offering excellent exposure without being overwhelming for a junior vet.
Salary is up to €45,000 depending on experience, and a clinic vehicle is available.
Athlone Veterinary Hospital is a well established mixed practice located in Bonavalley on the old Dublin Road. The hospital is fully equipped with digital radiography, ultrasound, Idexx blood analysers, endoscopy, dental equipment, and modern small animal facilities.
You will be part of a friendly and collaborative team of four vets, two nurses, an ACA, a practice manager, and a receptionist. It is a genuinely supportive environment where questions are encouraged and junior vets are actively guided and developed.
This position is ideal for a new or recent graduate, or a junior vet in the early stages of their career. VCI registration, a full clean driving licence, and good communication skills are essential.
We are looking for someone enthusiastic, keen to learn, and comfortable working as part of a close knit team.
We believe in supporting our people at every stage of their career and making sure they feel valued. Alongside a competitive salary, relocation support and a welcome bonus, you'll enjoy:
Opportunity to join company programmes (LGBTQ+, Wellbeing Champions, Nurses Committee, Clinical Board and many more)
At IVC Evidensia we are a committed to Diversity, Equality, Inclusion and Belonging, we are keen to hear from candidates from all minority and diverse groups. As a Disability Confident Employer, we are keen to hear from candidates with disabilities and long-term health conditions and would be happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process.
Work Life Balance- 22 days annual leave entitlement
- Birthday Leave (paid day off on your birthday)
- Paid Maternity Leave Package
- Paid Paternity Leave
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Full access to EAP and Wellbeing Centre
- Company Sick Pay
- €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
- VCI membership paid
- VDS cover paid
- 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
Speak to Shonagh Dawson from our recruitment team who would be happy to help you with any questions you have before applying for this role.