As one of our lovely vets moves to pastures new an exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced small animal vet to join our team.
We are an independent, 100% small animal veterinary clinic taking great pride of our place in the local community providing trusted and exceptional veterinary care.
We are fully equipped allowing us to thoroughly investigate our varied caseload and manage our cases in-house. We also work with visiting peripatetic vets for additional services in cardiology, ophthalmology and also advanced orthopaedics.
We strongly focus on delivering an exceptional level of thorough and thoughtful veterinary care for our patients whilst placing emphasis on client care and clear communication.
In this role you will be very well supported by our highly experienced team of RVNs. Our team seamlessly deal admissions, discharges, pre op set up, post op recovery, anaesthetic monitoring and so much more.
We are a small but highly experienced, tightly knit team that genuinely love what we do and enjoy working together as we do it. We believe being part of a supportive, caring team delivers the very best care for our patients and job satisfaction for each team member.
If you are interested in becoming part of Donard Vets, you take pride in the provision of thorough, contextualised veterinary care contact Catherine for further info regarding this role: ph 07795324288 or forward your CV to catherine@donardveterinaryclinic.co.uk.
Both full time and part time candidates considered. Saturday clinics operate from 9-1. No OOH.
Salary up to 65k FTE DOE, 6 wks paid holiday leave.
RCVS & VDS paid.

Equine Veterinary Surgeon – O’Reilly & Fee, Armagh, Northern Ireland
We’re seeking a dedicated Equine Veterinary Surgeon to join our friendly and progressive team at O’Reilly & Fee, a 6-vet mixed practice with a thriving and expanding equine client base.
This is a predominantly equine role, offering the chance to work with a diverse and rewarding caseload, with excellent support from experienced colleagues. Out-of-hours duties are shared on a 1:4 rota, and include a mix of cases typical of a rural practice.
If you’re an equine vet looking for variety, autonomy, and great support, we’d love to hear from you.
Find out all the great CVS Group benefits here – https://careers.cvsvets.com/what-we-offer
Send your CV to Tanya Wilson at: tanya.wilson@oreillyandfee.co.uk or call: 028 3752 6777

We have a rare opportunity for an experienced veterinary surgeon to join our team in Carrickfergus paying up to £65,000 (FTE, DOE) · You will join a highly experienced clinical team with 4 other veterinary surgeons to support you · Our RVN team are highly skilled and experienced and offer fantastic support that allows our veterinary surgeons to offer the highest standards of care.
With such an experienced team we are open to talk to any veterinary surgeon no matter where you are in your career journey . You will have full clinical freedom · Full and part time hours can be considered · No OOH · Saturdays are worked on a 1 in 4 basis (9am – 12pm) · 7 weeks paid holiday! · As a practice we believe in all our staff reaching their full potential so CPD and certificates is highly encouraged and supported.
About us: We are a modern clinic in Carrickfergus built around strong client relationships, continuity of care and practising high quality first opinion medicine & surgery. The practice is owned and run by Kerensa and Steph. As a small team, we work closely together and support one another. We believe in doing our best and having fun. Our highly experienced nursing team are central to how we operate. We are also well equipped with modern diagnostic facilities, allowing cases to be worked up thoroughly and managed to a high standard in-house with full clinical freedom.
About the role: This role would suit a vet who enjoys general practice and values clear communication with clients and colleagues. Some experience is preferred but support is available for the right new graduate.
Email your CV to kerensa.scott@vetsforpets.com or call Kerensa on 07717442522 for an informal chat.

Enjoy clinical freedom in the leafy Belfast suburbs!
At Gortlands Vets, in the desirable Gilnahirk suburb of East Belfast, you can have it all.
• Great working hours.
• Supportive, experienced colleagues.
• Helpful nursing staff.
• Manage your own cases how you want them.
• Excellent, varied case-load.
• Lovely clients.
We have an exciting opportunity at our practice for an additional Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon. We would favour an experienced vet but give consideration to new graduates also. A medicine / consulting bias would suit best, and we would be very open in hearing from any vets who don’t ever wish to do surgery, but we can accommodate a surgical interest also. Ultimately, we are looking for a vet who shares our ethos and values and can work well as part of a team, delivering excellent care to our clients and their pets.
Facilities include:
• In-house laboratory (includes VetStat for blood gases)
• Orthopaedic equipment (ASIF plating, IMEX ESF, MMP, FusionTPLO and Securos Cruciate).
• Soft tissue equipment (suction, retractors).
• Anaesthetic equipment (Capnographs, Pulse Ox, Doppler Blood Pressure, ECG, Bair Hugger).
• Dental equipment (Dental xray, IM3 luxators, scaler/polisher/drill).
• New top-of-the-range ultrasound (IMV GE Logiq E R8 with both microconvex and Doppler probes and cardio package)
• Digital radiography with Bucky table.
• Endoscope.
Ample opportunity to complete that Certificate you’ve always thought about!
To apply, send an email with CV to david.beattie@gortlandsvets.com.
If you’d like to find out a bit more first, you can phone and speak to our vet David at the clinic on 028 90796005. Any enquires will be treated in the strictest of confidence. An informal, no-strings-attached, visit to see the clinic before making an application can be arranged.

The Northern Ireland Civil Service
Veterinary Officer
Salary: £61,673 – £64,469
Location: The successful candidates will be based at one of a variety of locations throughout Northern Ireland including field offices, meat plants, cold stores, ports (Larne and Belfast) or at the Department’s Headquarters buildings at Jubilee House, Ballykelly, or Clare House, Belfast.
DAERA Direct Offices are located in Armagh, Ballymena, Coleraine, Dungannon, Enniskillen, Magherafelt, Mallusk, Newry, Newtownards, Omagh and Strabane. Meat plants and cold stores are located in areas such as Antrim, Ballymena, Coleraine, Cookstown, Craigavon, Crumlin, Dungannon, Londonderry, Lurgan, Newry, Omagh and Richhill.
Reference: IRC316637
For more detailed information and to apply, please go to www.nicsrecruitment.org.uk
Completed application forms must be submitted no later than 12:00 noon (UK time) on 13 March 2026.
The Northern Ireland Civil Service is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
ALL APPLICATIONS FOR EMPLOYMENT ARE CONSIDERED STRICTLY ON THE BASIS OF MERIT.
All queries can be directed to HRConnect by:
Email: recruitment@hrconnect.nigov.net
Telephone: 0800 1 300 330

Armagh Vet Station is seeking a full-time small animal veterinary surgeon to join our friendly, independent practice in Armagh City.
We are a modern, family-run clinic built around strong client relationships, continuity of care and practising thoughtful, evidence-based medicine. As a small team, we work closely together, support one another and believe in creating a calm, respectful place to work.
Our highly experienced nursing team are central to how we operate — skilled, proactive and genuinely supportive. We are also well equipped with modern diagnostic facilities, allowing cases to be worked up thoroughly and managed to a high standard in-house.
This role would suit a vet who enjoys general practice, is confident with routine consultations and surgery, and values clear communication with clients. Some sole charge will be required, so previous small animal experience is preferred. You will, however, always be working alongside capable and engaged nurses.
The position offers:
• 40-hour week
• No out-of-hours
• Shared Saturday mornings (9am–12pm)
• A close-knit, collaborative team
• Clinical freedom without sales targets
• Modern, well-equipped facilities
Benefits include:
• Competitive salary (dependent on experience)
• Generous CPD allowance and support
• Paid professional fees
If you are looking for a long-term role in an independent practice where your input is valued and you can build meaningful client relationships, we would love to hear from you. If you would like to apply, please forward your CV to hello@armaghvets.co.uk or contact Laura for an informal and confidential chat;
Lauraohaganvet@gmail.com
For more information on our clinic visit www.armaghvets.co.uk and check out our Facebook page!

We have an exciting opportunity for a Clinical Director at the newly amalgamated Hillsborough Veterinary Hospital, bringing together Cromlyn House Veterinary Hospital, Hillsborough Veterinary Referrals and MiNight Vets. This role is ideal for a senior vet passionate about clinical excellence, team development, and delivering outstanding patient and client care.
The Role
As Clinical Director, you will work closely with senior clinicians, nursing leaders and the management team to uphold exceptional clinical standards, strong financial performance, and foster a positive, high-performing workplace culture. This is a hands-on leadership position, combining clinical duties with strategic oversight.
Responsibilities
• Provide visible and effective clinical leadership across referral, first opinion and out-of-hours services
• Champion clinical governance and drive continuous improvement
• Lead, mentor and develop veterinary and nursing teams
• Support recruitment, retention and succession planning
• Oversee clinical standards, protocols and regulatory compliance
• Promote collaboration across departments
• Contribute to budgeting, financial performance and strategic development
• Maintain strong client relationships
About You
You’ll be an experienced veterinary surgeon with significant clinical expertise and proven leadership experience. You will be confident leading multidisciplinary teams, commercially aware, and committed to clinical quality, governance and team growth. You will communicate with clarity, empathy and confidence. Certificate or Advanced Practitioner status is desirable but not essential
Benefits
• RCVS & VDS fees fully covered
• Generous CPD allowance, BSAVA library access and funded postgraduate qualifications
• Up to 33 days annual leave (buy/sell options)
• Relocation package and visa fee support (where applicable)
• Access to Vet Oracle telemedicine and wider clinical support networks
• Health cash plan, wellbeing initiatives and enhanced family leave
Why Us?
Our hospital combines first opinion, referral and OOH services, offering a varied and stimulating clinical environment. As Clinical Director, you will have the autonomy to help shape the hospital’s future direction.
To apply please contact Jess at Jessica.Crosby@cvsvets.com

We have a fantastic role for a Veterinary Surgeon to join our dedicated team in Omagh, County Tyrone, Northern Ireland, on an FTC This role will involve working for our daytime team, and we’d love the chance to discuss this opportunity with you to answer any questions. Salary is DOE.
The role:
We are seeking a motivated, enthusiastic, and caring Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon to join our daytime team. This position would suit an experienced Vet with surgical experience in routine and emergency procedures and good communication skills. You will have a team player mentality and a passion to deliver excellent care and client service, plus the willingness to adapt.
Why us:
Campsie Vets is a small animal first opinion clinic with an out-of-hours veterinary emergency service, welcoming dogs, cats and small mammals. We are based in Omagh and provide emergency overnight care to clients.
Our friendly and experienced veterinary team provide the highest quality of veterinary care, surgery and treatment – along with regular check-ups and routine procedures.
We are proud to be able to offer Endoscopy and Keyhole (Laparoscopic) Surgery to our clients.
Our OOH service provides the out-of-hours service for several local first opinion member practices. Working from a modern clinic with top-of-the-range equipment and imaging, you’ll be well-prepared to provide a high standard of care
Benefits Including:
• RCVS & VDS fees paid in full
• Generous CPD allowance, BSAVA library access, 450+ courses, and fully funded postgraduate qualifications
• Up to 33 days holiday (option to buy/sell)
• Relocation package and visa fees covered (where applicable)
• Access to Vet Oracle telemedicine specialist, Advanced Clinical Services Network and Regional Clinical Leads
• Health cash plan, EAP, Wellbeing Champions, enhanced family leave policies
• Pet care discounts
Please contact our Senior Practice Director, Lauren Boyce, at lauren.boyce@cvsvets.com or David Vaughan in the resourcing team at david.vaughan@cvsvets.com