Job Openings Lead Veterinary Surgeon Coolock Area (75k + Bonus)

About the job Lead Veterinary Surgeon Coolock Area (75k + Bonus)

Lead Veterinary Surgeon Coolock Area (75k + Bonus)

The Vet Office is seeking an experienced Lead Veterinary Surgeon to join a highly skilled, dedicated team at a modern small-animal clinic located in the Coolock area.
This is a senior leadership position ideal for a confident, motivated veterinary surgeon who is ready to take responsibility for both clinical excellence and team development while driving the overall performance of the clinic.

About the Clinic

The clinic is situated within a busy, well-known pet retail store and includes:

  • Two consultation rooms

  • Separate cat and dog wards

  • A fully equipped surgical theatre

  • Diagnostic facilities including an X-ray suite

  • A dedicated dental room

  • A bright, comfortable reception area

  • A strong commitment to fear-free handling and patient comfort

The team consists of experienced vets, nurses and ACAs who prioritise high-quality patient care, excellent client communication, and teamwork.

Role Summary

The Lead Veterinary Surgeon plays a central role in the leadership structure of the clinic, with overarching responsibility for:

  • Clinic performance and day-to-day operations

  • Delivery of exceptional clinical standards

  • Team engagement, development, and mentorship

  • Maintaining high levels of client satisfaction and care quality

The role offers significant autonomy, supported by regional and operational partners, to ensure the clinic meets its clinical, client-care, and business goals.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership

  • Lead the clinical team with a positive, motivational approach

  • Provide coaching, mentoring, and support to vets, nurses, and ACAs

  • Communicate internal updates effectively through regular team meetings
  • Collaborate with operational and medical support teams to set long-term clinical strategy

  • Promote equality, inclusion, teamwork, and a healthy clinic culture

  • Build strong working relationships at all levels

Clinical Responsibilities

  • Serve as the clinics PAS Accreditation lead and ensure compliance with VCI regulations

  • Exercise sound clinical judgment and champion best clinical practices

  • Ensure compliance with clinical protocols, updates, and purchasing guidelines
  • Mentor veterinary team members and support their professional development
  • Work alongside the Head RVN to ensure exceptional nursing and ACA performance
  • Promote preventative healthcare (vaccinations, parasite control, PHP, insurance, etc.)
  • Ensure transparency and accuracy in clinical estimates, billing, and case communication

Operational Responsibilities

  • Work with regional leadership to develop and implement the annual business plan
  • Take responsibility for meeting clinic KPIs and financial targets (monthly & annual)

  • Provide regular performance updates to the regional leadership team

  • Ensure smooth implementation of operational protocols and initiatives

  • Lead on team engagement and retention, fostering a culture of openness and psychological safety
  • Support managers in building effective relationships and developing their teams

Note: Additional leadership duties may be required to ensure the effective running of the clinic.

Education, Experience & Skills Required

Qualifications

  • MVB, DVM or equivalent

  • Further qualifications in leadership, finance, or advanced clinical training (desirable)

Experience & Skills

  • Strong interest and experience in surgery

  • Excellent clinical decision-making abilities

  • Outstanding communication (written & verbal)

  • Strong organisational and time-management skills

  • Emotional intelligence and leadership capability

  • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively

  • Competence in mentoring or coaching clinical teams (highly desirable)

  • Financial awareness and ability to interpret basic business metrics

Personal Qualities

  • Professional presentation and client-care approach

  • Self-motivated and proactive

  • Trustworthy and conscientious

  • Warm, approachable, and team-oriented

  • Confident, positive attitude with a sense of humour

Salary & Benefits

  • 65,000 75,000 per year DOE

  • Bonus structure + Lead Vet supplement

  • Full-time leadership position

  • Excellent support for ongoing professional development

How to Apply

Applicants interested in this senior veterinary leadership role may apply through The Vet Office.

Send CVs to:
info@thevetoffice.com


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