ECC Veterinary Surgeon – Special Interest in Cardiology - Full Time

Location:  Village Vets AshbourneReports to: Lead VetSchedule: 4 day week, 1 in 4 Saturdays. 40 hours weeklySalary: €55,000- €75,000 yearlyAbout UsAre you an enthusiastic ECC Vet with a keen interest in Cardiology? We have an exciting opportunity to join our dynamic, well-equipped 24-hour veterinary hospital, offering fantastic facilities, a great team and a varied, rewarding caseload!With on-site CT and a busy referral caseload spanning orthopaedics, soft tissue surgery, feline medicine and diagnostic imaging, you'll work alongside a talented, supportive and collaborative team managing a diverse range of complex and interesting cases.Our dedicated Out of Hours (OOH) team covers nights and Sundays, providing excellent support and allowing for a great balance between a challenging clinical role and life outside work.This is a fantastic opportunity for an ECC clinician looking to further develop their cardiology interest while enjoying the variety, challenge and clinical support of a multidisciplinary hospital environment.If you're passionate about emergency medicine, love a clinical challenge and want to develop your cardiology skills in a progressive, supportive hospital, we'd love to hear from you!About the RoleDeliver high-quality veterinary care in both consultations and surgeryEngage with a collaborative community that values teamwork, high clinical standards, and shared knowledgeRapidly assess and triage emergency cases, delivering prompt diagnostics and treatment plans.Make confident, time‑critical clinical decisions in life‑threatening situations.Perform emergency procedures and surgeries, including trauma care, CPR, GDV surgery, exploratory laparotomies, and soft‑tissue surgery.Carry out and interpret diagnostic tests (blood work, imaging, urinalysis) to guide treatment.Manage critically ill patients, including anaesthesia, intensive care, fluid therapy, nutritional support, and advanced catheter placement.Collaborate with the emergency teams, communicate clearly and compassionately with clients, and maintain accurate clinical records.About YouHave 5+ years’ experience in small animal practiceVCI RegistrationFurther qualification in ECC and/or Cardiology is desirablePrevious experience working in an ECC or 24 hour Referral hospital Ability to quickly assess and diagnose a wide range of conditions under pressure, often with limited information or resourcesSurgical proficiency in emergency procedures, including wound repair, GDV surgery, splenectomy, exploratory laparotomy, and management of penetrating foreign bodiesHave Emergency Stabilisation SkillsUnderstanding emergency medications, and dosagesBe confident in consultations, routine surgery, and case managementDemonstrate strong clinical skills with a proactive and motivated approachThrive in a team-focused environment and enjoy contributing to shared learningBe committed to delivering exceptional patient care and client serviceHave a genuine interest in continuous professional developmentWhat’s in it For You… At a GlanceIn addition to our fabulous teams and supportive environments, we’re proud to offer a benefits package that supports our team’s wellbeing, growth, and families:Health cash planPension schemeGym membership subsidyFree pet health planPaid charity dayAdditional leave with serviceVCI Registration and VDS Indemnity fees paidFunded CPD including, allowances, webinar series, new graduate programme, training platform access, and certificate fundingStatutory sick payEnhanced maternity, paternity and adoptive benefitsBike to work schemeYou must be legally eligible to work in Ireland.