Unlock your full potential with Ark Vets, Galway! We’re looking for a passionate and friendly Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our dedicated hospital team.
The Role
Full-time, Permanent position for a Registered Veterinary Nurse based in our St Mary’s Road branch.
40 hours (5 days) per week, with 1 in 4 Saturdays.
Salary is €30,000-€34,000 commensurate with experience.
All levels of experience will be considered, and new graduates will be offered support and training.
Generous CPD allowance plus paid CPD days off.
Join our team! We’re seeking a dedicated, fully qualified Small Animal Registered Veterinary Nurse, including entry-level graduates, to provide nursing duties and reception cover. This full-time position offers a 5-day work week, with a 1 in 4 Saturday rotation. Shifts are typically 8am-5pm, 9am-6pm or 9:15am-6:15pm, with some flexibility. Occasional movement between our sites may be required, and there are no out-of-hours shifts.
What you’ll bring
All applicants must be registered with the VCI to practice Veterinary Nursing or hold an equivalent nursing degree recognised by the Veterinary Council of Ireland.
Experience is beneficial but all levels of experience will be considered. New graduates are encouraged to apply as we offer full support and training with our Nurse Academy and team of experienced professionals.
About Us
Find a supportive team that cares
At Ark Vets Galway, we are a dedicated Companion Animal Veterinary Practice focused on ensuring that pets live healthy, happy lives. Our passionate team is committed to providing exceptional care and compassion to both our patients and clients. With two convenient locations—on St. Mary’s Road and in Knocknacarra—we offer advanced diagnostic tools, including CT, Endoscopy, Dental X-ray, CR X-ray, and Idexx blood machines. As a well-established clinic close to Galway city centre, we take pride in our long-standing reputation for high-quality care and our genuine concern for the well-being of animals.
Our practice team at St Mary’s Road includes 1 veterinarian and 2 nurses, along with certificate holders based at our other branch. We also have a skilled Practice Manager and support staff based from our Knocknacarra practice, ensuring that every aspect of our patient's care is covered.
Benefits – subject to pro-rata
Investing in Your Growth: Exceptional Benefits for a Rewarding Career
We recognise that our people are fundamental to the success of our business. Investing in our staff, premises and processes is at the heart of what we do. In addition to a competitive salary, you will also benefit from:
1. Work Life Balance
2. Focus on Employee Wellbeing
3. Paid Maternity, Paternity and Adoptive Leave Packages
4. Cycle to Work Scheme
5. Full access to EAP and Wellbeing Centre
6. Company Sick Pay
7. €600 annual CPD allowance with 3 days paid CPD days pro rata
8. Bespoke Graduate Nurse Academy, Nurse Evolve and many more in-house academies
9. Funding of any Certificates / Diplomas / PhD’s you may want to pursue
10. Career Progression Opportunities, both clinical and non-clinical
11. Leadership Academy for all future leaders, including Head Nurses and Practice Managers
12. VCI membership paid
13. VDS cover paid
14. Annual Pay Reviews
15. Pawesome Benefits - reward gateway giving discounts and cashback with hundreds of retailers
16. Employer Pension Contributions
17. Free Flu Inoculations
18. Discounted Veterinary Fees
19. Opportunity to join company programmes (LGBTQ+, Wellbeing Champions, Nurses Committee, Clinical Board and many more)
As a BAME and LGBTQIA+ inclusive employer, we are keen to hear from candidates from all minority and diverse groups. As a Disability Confident Employer, we are keen to hear from candidates with disabilities and long-term health conditions and would be happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process.
If this position is of interest to you then please get in touch.
Any questions before applying?
Speak to Shónagh Dawson from our recruitment team who would be happy to help you with any questions you have before applying for this role.
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