Lead Small Animal Vet - Galway

Location Galway
Discipline: Small Animal Vet, Veterinary Surgeons, Clinical Director, Head Vet
Job type: Permanent
Salary: Up to €85k
Contact name: Ciaran Conroy

Contact email: info@lloydandcowan.com
Job ref: 5755
Published: about 2 hours ago

Full-time | Permanent | Up to €85,000 DOE

A high-performing, referral-led small animal hospital in Galway is looking for an experienced Veterinary Surgeon ready to step into a true leadership position.

This is an outstanding opportunity for a confident clinician who enjoys complex case work, shaping clinical standards, and mentoring a strong team — with clear scope to progress towards Clinical Director in the future.

A certificate (or genuine interest in pursuing one) in Diagnostic Imaging or Dentistry would be a major advantage.

The Practice

You’ll be working in a modern, well-equipped setting with CT, digital x-ray, ultrasound, IDEXX lab, endoscopy, orthopaedics, and a fully fitted dental suite with dental radiography, plus a brand-new surgical extension.

The Role

  • 40 hours per week

  • Lead from the front clinically while guiding the team day-to-day

  • Mix of consults, surgery, and more advanced cases

  • Supportive on-call rota shared across neighbouring sites

The Ideal Candidate

  • VCI Registered Veterinary Surgeon

  • Strong background in small animal medicine & surgery

  • Comfortable handling emergency and complex cases

  • Natural leader with strong communication skills

  • Ambition to develop clinically and progress professionally

Salary & Benefits

  • Up to €85,000 DOE

  • €1,300 CPD allowance + 5 paid CPD days

  • Funding towards certificates / diplomas / further study

  • Enhanced annual leave + birthday leave

If you’d like a confidential chat about the role, get in touch:

Ciaran Conroy
Lloyd & Cowan Veterinary Recruitment
Tel: +44 7748 575420
Email: ciaran@lloydandcowan.com