Lead Veterinarian Dublin Salary: 90,000 - 100,000EU
Full-time, Permanent (40 hours/week)
Posted by: The Vet Office The Vet Office is seeking an experienced and motivated Lead Veterinarian to join a well-established veterinary clinic located in Dublin. This is a key leadership role within a busy, progressive practice, ideal for a clinician who is passionate about delivering excellent veterinary care while inspiring and supporting a high-performing team. Responsibilities Leadership Act as an ambassador for the clinics values, culture and standards, both internally and externally.Lead the clinical team with a positive, proactive approach, offering coaching, mentoring and support to veterinary surgeons, nurses and support staff.Communicate clearly and consistently with the full team, ensuring alignment with clinical, operational and organisational goals.Collaborate closely with operational, medical and support teams to define and deliver the clinics strategic direction.Promote an inclusive workplace culture that values equality, diversity and shared success. Clinical Responsibilities Serve as the named person for PAS Accreditation and ensure ongoing compliance with VCI Code of Standards (COS) regulations.Demonstrate strong clinical judgement and encourage best practice clinical standards across the team.Ensure adherence to clinical protocols, purchasing procedures and new initiatives.Oversee development and progression of the veterinary team through mentorship, case discussions and structured clinical support.Support the Head RVN in driving exceptional nursing and patient care standards.Promote preventative healthcare, including vaccinations, parasite control, PHPs and pet insurance.Foster a culture that values high-quality clinical work, ensuring accurate estimating, transparency and correct billing. Operational Responsibilities Work closely with senior management to build and implement the annual business plan for the clinic.Take accountability for achieving clinic-level KPIs, including revenue, profitability, clinical quality, client satisfaction and team performance.Drive continuous improvement across all areas of the practice to ensure long-term sustainability and growth. Employee Benefits The successful candidate will enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including: Health & Wellbeing Health cash plan.Gym membership.Free Pet Health Plan. WorkLife Balance Paid Charity Day to volunteer with an organisation of choice.Length-of-service holiday increases to reward long-term commitment.Unpaid leave options for travel, life events, or extended time off. Professional Development Fully funded CPD programme, planned annually and scheduled within working hours to encourage participation.Commitment to continuous clinical development and progressive veterinary medicine. Family Support Statutory Sick Pay SchemeMaternity Benefit.Paternity Benefit.Adoptive Benefit. Requirements Degree in Veterinary Medicine and registration (or eligibility for registration) with the VCI.Strong clinical experience in small animal practice.Demonstrated leadership ability and interest in developing and supporting a team.Excellent communication skills and a proactive, solutions-focused approach.Commitment to high clinical standards, operational efficiency and outstanding client care. How to Apply If you are an experienced veterinarian looking to take the next step in your career and lead a dynamic team in Dublin, please send your CV to info@thevetoffice.com with the subject line: Lead Vet Dublin.
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