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ITT: Provision of Veterinary Export Certification Services

June 30, 2026 By Bronach-VetNI

Invitation to tender: Provision of veterinary export certification services for germinal products.
AI Services NI Ltd. invites suitably qualified and experienced veterinary service providers to submit tenders for the provision of export veterinary certification services for germinal products (including semen, embryos, and ova).
The appointed contractor will support the company’s Veterinary Officer in ensuring compliance with all relevant EU and international export health certification requirements.
The contract is expected to commence on:
Start Date: 1st October 2026
Duration: 36 months – the contract will be available for renewal through the tender process.
Deadline for submission: Friday 14th August, 5pm
For more information surrounding the invitation to tender and how to apply – please contact Charlotte Martin. Email: cmartin@ai-services.co.uk; Mobile: 07345451037.

Filed Under: NI Vacancies

Farm Vet vacancy – Jubilee Veterinary Centre, Newtownards

June 30, 2026 By Bronach-VetNI

Independent mixed practice, employing 17 vets, providing veterinary services throughout the scenic Ards peninsula and surrounding areas of North Down. Situated close to the Belfast social scene and Strangford lough for outdoor pursuits makes it perfect for work life balance.
We are looking for an enthusiastic farm animal veterinary surgeon to join our 10 vet farm team.
– OOH- 1st/2nd on call, 2/10 weekends
– Half day following 1st on call
– No small animal OOH
– Easi scans, Lane EEJ,
– Lab- Ovacyte machine, ImmunIGY IgG, Accumast mastitis culture
– Tip over foot crush
– Comtags and TB clerks
– No phone duties
– Total vet/interherd +/ vetimpress software
– Accommodation and vehicle provided
– Excellent salary and bonus scheme
– Private health insurance
– Mobile phone & iPad for electronic invoicing
– VDS, RCVS paid,
– 25 days holidays plus 9 stat days
– Plenty of support available from certificate & diploma holders
– Excellent team of support staff
For further information or to apply please contact chris@jubileevetcentre.co.uk or Neil Harbinson 07738014344

Filed Under: NI Vacancies

Referrals Orthopaedic Surgeon – NI Veterinary Specialists

June 23, 2026 By Bronach-VetNI

Northern Ireland Veterinary Specialists (NIVS) is seeking an experienced orthopaedic surgeon to join our growing referral team. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a well-equipped hospital with a varied and challenging caseload, including both routine and complex orthopaedic cases.
The ideal candidate will be an RCVS Advanced Practitioner with demonstrated experience or EBVS/ACVIM Diplomate.
We pride ourselves on clinical excellence, collaborative working, and delivering outstanding client and patient care. You will be supported by an experienced team of referral clinicians, skilled RVNs, and dedicated support staff in a positive, professional working environment.
We offer a competitive salary in addition to:
• Generous CPD allowance
• Professional memberships and indemnity covered
• General annual leave allowance plus bank holidays
• Pension scheme
• A supportive and collaborative working culture
If you are interested in applying this role please contact our head veterinary surgeon directly (julie.hamilton-elliott@nivetspecialists.co.uk) or via our recruitment website https://www.careerswithcvs.co.uk/referrals/vacancy/referrals-orthopaedic-surgeon-5926/23567/description/

Filed Under: NI Vacancies

Full Time Veterinary Receptionist for Flynn Vets Belfast

June 16, 2026 By Bronach-VetNI

We are on the hunt for a fabulous Veterinary Receptionist to join our team on a full-time basis.
Main Duties
• Primary contact for clients and liaison with clinical staff.
• Provide accurate information regarding services and products to clients.
• Book appointments and managing client enquiries efficiently.
• Handle administrative tasks, including dealing with insurance queries, cash handling and end of day banking.
• Cleaning duties.
• Assist with dispensing medications.
• Handle pets when required.
Requirements
• Reception/customer service experience is essential.
• Previous experience in a veterinary practice is highly desirable.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with clients and team members.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Good IT skills. Ideally proficient in MS Office packages and able to learn new systems quickly.
• Ability to work independently, multi-task and stay calm under pressure.
• A genuine passion for animal care.
Most veterinary staff are in their roles due to a love of animals, and there are many opportunities to engage with lovely pets, but this role also requires empathy and patience for pet owners, often at very stressful or upsetting times for them.
The role available is up to 40 hours per week, and we are happy to discuss options with the right candidate. You will join the weekend rota, working one in five Saturdays at our Balmoral clinic. Ideally you will be flexible and able to work at any of our clinics; however you will be based mainly at our Commons Brae site.
Working hours will be between 8am and 7.30pm.
To apply, please email your CV to the practice manager at flynnvetskatrina@gmail.com.

Filed Under: NI Vacancies

Veterinary Surgeon – Cedar Grove, Belfast

June 5, 2026 By Bronach-VetNI

Salary up to £68,000 DOE + Welcome Bonus up to £5,000 + Relocation up to £5,000
Looking to take the next step in your veterinary career? Join Cedar Grove, a leading small animal hospital in South Belfast, where first-opinion care meets an exciting and growing referral caseload.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a Veterinary Surgeon who enjoys a varied caseload and is looking to develop further in a progressive, well-equipped environment. You’ll work across a broad spectrum of cases including soft tissue surgery, orthopaedics, neurology, internal medicine and advanced diagnostics, with access to CT, MRI and endoscopy.
We are particularly keen to hear from candidates with a strong interest in orthopaedics – whether you hold a certificate, have referral experience, or are looking to further develop in this area. There is real scope to shape and grow the orthopaedic offering within the hospital.
Our flexible rota is built around a 4-day week with a 1:6 weekend rota and no OOH (covered externally), giving you genuine work-life balance. We’re also open to part-time or bespoke working patterns.
You’ll be joining a highly experienced and supportive team, with a strong focus on collaboration and clinical development. CPD is actively encouraged, with excellent support and clear progression pathways.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package including 7 weeks’ annual leave, private medical insurance, funded CPD (£1250 + 40 hours), certificate support, pension contributions, paid professional memberships and more.
If you’re looking for a role where you can grow, feel supported and make a real clinical impact—we’d love to hear from you.
Email shonagh.dawson@ivcevidensia.com

Filed Under: NI Vacancies

Contagious Equine Metritis

April 6, 2020 By Bronach-VetNI

A case of contagious equine metritis (CEM) in a non-thoroughbred stallion has been confirmed on a premises in Fife, Scotland, Friday 3 April 2020. The affected horse was imported in November 2019 from Europe and has had no clinical signs of infection.

The diagnosis was made during routine pre-breeding testing, as per the International HBLB Codes of Practice, with positive PCR results. The affected stallion has been isolated and is undergoing treatment. Freedom from disease will be confirmed in line with the International HBLB Codes of Practice requirements and breeding will not commence on this premises until freedom from infection is confirmed.

International trade does not require country freedom, only individual or premises freedom. There are no other stallions on the premises. There is one mare at a separate premises with epidemiological links to the positive case, and this mare has been isolated and is also undergoing treatment.

The outbreak will be subject to further investigations, including tracings to determine if there are any epidemiological links to Northern Ireland. Further information on CEM is available at https://www.daera-ni.gov.uk/articles/contagious-equine-metritis

Filed Under: AVSPNI, NIVA, Uncategorized

Contagious Equine Metritis

April 6, 2020 By Bronach-VetNI

A case of contagious equine metritis (CEM) in a non-thoroughbred stallion has been confirmed on a premises in Fife, Scotland, Friday 3 April 2020. The affected horse was imported in November 2019 from Europe and has had no clinical signs of infection.

The diagnosis was made during routine pre-breeding testing, as per the International HBLB Codes of Practice, with positive PCR results. The affected stallion has been isolated and is undergoing treatment. Freedom from disease will be confirmed in line with the International HBLB Codes of Practice requirements and breeding will not commence on this premises until freedom from infection is confirmed.

International trade does not require country freedom, only individual or premises freedom. There are no other stallions on the premises. There is one mare at a separate premises with epidemiological links to the positive case, and this mare has been isolated and is also undergoing treatment.

The outbreak will be subject to further investigations, including tracings to determine if there are any epidemiological links to Northern Ireland. Further information on CEM is available at https://www.daera-ni.gov.uk/articles/contagious-equine-metritis

Filed Under: AVSPNI, NIVA, Uncategorized

Cafre – European Innovation Partnerships (EIP)

April 1, 2020 By Bronach-VetNI

Cafre have launched a new scheme called European Innovation Partnerships designed to help farmers work collaboratively with experts to address the practical issues or opportunities they are facing on their farms.
This scheme is offering 100% funding in two stages (£5,000 and up to £120,000). Projects will not commence until the Autumn, provided the current Covid-19 situation has passed.
For further information, please visit the CAFRE website: CAFRE Invites Applications for New European Innovation Partnership Scheme, which includes links to further information on the scheme and how to apply.
NB. Closing Date for Stage 1 applications will close at 4pm on Monday 27 April

Filed Under: AVSPNI, NIVA, Uncategorized

Your new BVNA Regional Representative

January 14, 2020 By Bronach-VetNI

Dear Member,
I would like to take this opportunity to introduce myself as your new BVNA Regional Representative for Northern Ireland region.
I have worked in the veterinary profession since 2000. I qualified as an RVN in 2006, working as a Senior Nurse in a busy small animal clinic. I have always enjoyed the training and development of student nurses, which lead me to complete a certificate in teaching. I am currently employed as a VN Lecturer, and am part of the quality assurance team on the L3DVN course, along with carrying out TP approvals, student support and clinical coach training.
I also enjoy locum nursing, having worked in an out of hours role, worked with referral cases, and in clinical research. I recently completed my Advanced Certificate in the Veterinary Nursing of Avian patients, and I am currently working on my Advanced Certs in Reptile, Wildlife and Small Mammal Nursing too. I believe that in this career, we must continue to learn and develop ourselves, and I hope that as the Regional Representative for our area I can be part of the provision of worthwhile CPD for both student and qualified Veterinary Nurses, along with other members of the practice team. I will be led by your requests for CPD subjects.
I am also one of the founding members of the Vet Support Northern Ireland team, we are a group of Vets and Veterinary Nurses who have been specifically trained to provide mental health support to the veterinary community http://www.vetsupportni.co.uk/
I currently live in Newtownards, Co.Down, and outside of work, I keep a small herd of sheep, some pedigree Blonde d’Aquitaine cows – which I breed and show, two very naughty horses, some goats, three cats, a dog and a tortoise! I also have two lovely children and a very supportive partner.
I am looking forward to this new challenge and to meeting you all in the near future at our first meeting.
Kind regards
Louise Patterson RVN

Filed Under: Uncategorized

AVSPNI Endocrine Meeting – 7th February 2019

February 19, 2019 By Bronach-VetNI

“A brilliant night’s CPD” was one of the comments received about the February meeting on Endocrinology. There was a full house to hear Barbara Gallagher deliver an excellent talk on common conundrums in Endocrine disease. Addison’s disease, feline hypothyroidism and feline diabetes were among the topics discussed. Barbara discussed a diabetes case where the patient achieved remission and shared the factors which influenced this outcome. Barbara also shared other useful tips with the delegates. The evening was made all the more enjoyable with an excellent supper provided by Alex Berry. The desserts certainly seemed to hit the spot!!

Our grateful thanks go to Barbara who had a long drive home after the event.

Why not join the Committee for the next meeting on Thursday 7th March when Laura MacFarlane will be delivering a presentation on anaemia.

For further details click here

Filed Under: AVSPNI, Uncategorized

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