Veterinary Surgeon – Small Animal 
Beaufield Veterinary Centre, Kildare Start Date: September 2025 Contract Type: Part-Time, Permanent (Full-Time, 12-month FTC available for the right candidate) Relocation Assistance: Up to €5,000 Salary: Commensurate with experience Comprehensive Benefits Package Included 
Join Our Progressive and Supportive Team 
Are you an experienced Veterinary Surgeon seeking a permanent role in a forward-thinking, supportive hospital setting? At Beaufield Veterinary Centre, we’re expanding our dedicated team and are looking for a confident and skilled clinician to contribute to our high standard of patient care.  
This is a flexible part time opportunity (20-25 hours per week, including 1 in 4 Saturdays), ideal for someone looking to balance clinical excellence with life outside of work. We can also offer a full-time 12 month contract for the right candidate.  
This role would suit a veterinary professional with at least two years of clinical experience, particularly someone with a keen interest in internal medicine or diagnostic imaging. There is also an option to tailor this role toward consultation-only work, or a broader general practice caseload, depending on your strengths and interests. While surgical duties are not a requirement, there is a scope to include them if you’re confident in routine soft tissue procedures. 
The Role *Part-Time: 20-25 hours/week (flexible schedule available) *Optional Full-Time: 12-month fixed-term contract (40hours/week) *No out-of-hours or on-call *1 in 4 Saturdays (10:30am-1:30pm) *Supportive team with a focus on collaboration and continuous development) *Consultation-only role available, or a tailored caseload based on your interests 
We prioritise flexibility and work-life balance, with structured rotas that can accommodate your lifestyle – whether you're balancing childcare, other commitments, or simply seeking a more sustainable working week. 
What We’re Looking For *VCI-registered Veterinary Surgeon *Minimum of 2 years’ post graduate clinical experience *Confident in consultations and case work ups *Capable of working independently, including some sole charge *Surgical experience is not essential, but if desired, candidates should be confident with routine soft tissue surgeries *Desirable skills: ultrasound, dentistry, or advanced imaging 
Comprehensive Benefits Package (subject to pro-rata)  We invest in your long-term success and wellbeing. In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:   
Work Life Balance & Employee Wellbeing  *6.4 weeks annual leave, inclusive on bank holidays (pro-rata'd) *Additional holiday entitlement for your birthday  *Paid maternity, paternity, and adoptive leave packages  *Cycle to Work Scheme    *Company Sick Pay & Bereavement Leave  *Access to EAP & Wellbeing Centre    *Structured rota tailored to your life 
Career Development    *€1300 annual CPD allowance with 40 hours paid CPD leave (pro-rata'd) *Full funding for any Certificates / Diplomas / PhD’s you may want to pursue    *Opportunities for clinical and leadership progression  *VCI and VDS memberships fully covered  *Dedicated CARE fund - €1,100 annually to support exceptional cases   
Additional Benefits    *Annual Pay Reviews    *Employer Pension Contributions  *Discounted Veterinary Fees across the IVC Evidensia network  *Free Flu Vaccinations  *Access to “Pawesome” Benefits – retail and lifestyle discount platform  *Opportunity to join company programmes (LGBTQ+, Wellbeing Champions, Nurses Committee, Clinical Board and many more)    Ready to Join Our Team? If you’re a dedicated clinician ready to bring your expertise to a progressive and flexible hospital team, we’d love to hear from you. Whether you’re seeking to grow in internal medicine, expand your diagnostic skills, or find a more sustainable way to work, Beaufield Veterinary Centre can support your next step. 
Apply today and be part of a practice where your career, wellbeing, and ambitions and truly valued.