Lead Veterinary Surgeon Supplements - Dublin

Location:North Dublin (close toDublin5,Dublin
13, andDublin
17)
Salary:65, + Bonus and Additional Lead Vet Supplement

A modern and progressive veterinary clinic in Dublin is seeking anexperienced Lead Veterinary Surgeonto join and guide its dedicated team of vets and nurses. Situated within a pet retail setting, the clinic is well-equipped with two consulting rooms, a surgical theatre, diagnostic facilities including an x-ray suite, a dental room, and separate dog and cat wards. The practice is designed with a comfortable reception area and is committed to using fear-free techniques, ensuring each patients visit is as calm and positive as possible.

Leadership

• Lead, coach, and mentor the clinic team with positivity, fostering collaboration and professional growth.
• Act as an ambassador for the clinic, demonstrating integrity, inclusivity, and commitment to high standards.
• Ensure clear communication across the team through meetings and feedback, while working collaboratively with wider support functions.

• Promote equality, diversity, and inclusion within the workplace.

Clinical

• Act as the named person for PAS Accreditation, ensuring compliance with VCI COS regulations.
• Demonstrate strong clinical judgement, promoting best practice and supporting vets in their professional development.
• Oversee clinical compliance with protocols, initiatives, and purchasing and more.

Operational

• Work with the Regional Director to develop and deliver the clinics annual business plan.
• Take responsibility for achieving clinic financial, quality, client, and team engagement targets.
• Lead on operational compliance, team engagement, and retention by fostering a supportive and feedback-driven culture and more.

• MVB or equivalent, with membership of the Veterinary Council of Ireland.

• Proven experience in both clinical practice and team leadership.

• Strong surgical expertise and confidence in decision-making.

• Excellent communication skills, emotional intelligence, and time management.
• Financial acumen with an ability to support business planning and clinic performance.

• Coaching or leadership experience/qualifications an advantage.

• Professional, approachable, and highly motivated.

• Trustworthy with a conscientious work ethic.

• Strong sense of teamwork alongside the ability to work autonomously.

• Warmth, confidence, and a good sense of humour.

Salary:65,000 to75,000 plus bonus and a Lead Vet supplement.

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