Emergency Critical Care (ECC) Night Veterinary Surgeon, Full Time, Dundrum
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Description
Location: Dundrum
Reports to: Lead Vet
Schedule: Open to work nights and explore suitable patterns - Full and part time options available
Salary: €68,000-€80,000
Joining Bonus: €3,000
About Village Vets Dundrum:
Village Vets Dundrum, located in South Dublin, joined the Village Vets family in 2013. Since then, the clinic has grown significantly and, in 2026, has expanded its services to provide emergency and critical care out of hours.
Recent renovations and an extension to the clinic have created an improved space for both the team and their patients, supporting the growing practice and enabling the team to continue delivering high-quality veterinary care.
Conveniently located in the heart of the Dundrum area, the clinic is surrounded by a wide range of amenities, cafés, restaurants and shops, with excellent public transport links making it easily accessible for both staff and clients.
About the Role
Deliver high-quality veterinary care in both consultations and surgery
Engage with a collaborative community that values teamwork, high clinical standards, and shared knowledge
Rapidly 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 You
Have 5+ years’ experience in small animal practice
VCI Registration
Further qualification/certificate in ECC is highly desirable
Previous experience working in an ECC hospital is desirable
Ability to quickly assess and diagnose a wide range of conditions under pressure, often with limited information or resources
Surgical proficiency in emergency procedures, including wound repair, GDV surgery, splenectomy, exploratory laparotomy, and management of penetrating foreign bodies
Have Emergency Stabilisation Skills
Understanding emergency medications, and dosages
Be confident in consultations, routine surgery, and case management
Demonstrate strong clinical skills with a proactive and motivated approach
Thrive in a team-focused environment and enjoy contributing to shared learning
Be committed to delivering exceptional patient care and client service
Have a genuine interest in continuous professional development
What’s in it For You… At a Glance
In 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 plan
Pension scheme
Gym membership subsidy
VCI Registration and VDS Indemnity fees paid
Free pet health plan
Paid charity day
Additional leave with service
Funded CPD including, allowances, webinar series, new graduate programme, training platform access, and certificate funding
Statutory sick pay
Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoptive benefits
Bike to work scheme
You must be legally eligible to work in Ireland.
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