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Casual Receptionist

  • Casual hours
  • Flexible

Use your RVN skills where they’re needed most – come and help us make a difference to the lives of pets and people in Dub lin!

About Us

The Irish Blue Cross is a long-established animal welfare charity. Our mission is to offer affordable veterinary care to eligible owners; promote welfare and responsible pet ownership; and alleviate the suffering of animals.

You’ll be joining a close-knit and caring team of vets, nurses, and support staff, committed to providing this vital service for our clients and their pets while supporting each other’s wellbeing and development

The Role

We are seeking a Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our Inchicore Clinic team on a permanent basis.
You will support surgical nursing, inpatient care, and client consultation and communication, helping us provide practical, compassionate care and maintain strong welfare standards for every patient.

Key Duties

  • Surgical and general nursing duties (e.g. admissions, anaesthesia, recovery)
  • In-patient care (e.g. monitoring, fluid therapy, medication administration)
  • Triage of emergency cases and providing phone advice
  • Accurate record-keeping and stock management
  • Maintaining clinic hygiene and assisting with lock-up
  • Providing supportive, respectful client communication and care

Requirements

  • Registered Veterinary Nurse (VCI)
  • Strong clinical, organisational, and communication skills
  • Professional, pragmatic, and compassionate approach
  • Ability to work well in a team and independently

What We Offer

  • Permanent position
  • A fulfilling role within a mission-driven charity
  • Exposure to a high-volume, varied caseload in a respected clinic
  • Supportive team environment with opportunities to learn and grow
  • The chance to make a real difference in the lives of pets and the people who care for them
  • CPD allowance, VCI and VDS fees covered
  • 4 weeks’ annual leave plus company days
  • Canteen facilities, free car parking, and bike-to-work scheme
  • Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) and sick pay
  • Annual reviews and option to join The Irish Blue Cross Staff Pension Scheme
  • Staff pet treatment benefit
  • Estimated salaray range of 31 to 35,000 – dependant on experience.

How to Apply

For an informal and confidential discussion about the role, please contact Michelle Gallagher (Head Nurse) at michelle.gallagher@bluecross.ie or Laura Mock (Head of Veterinary Services) at laura.mock@bluecross.ie.

To apply formally, please email your CV and cover letter to Laura Mock (Head of Veterinary Services)

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis — we look forward to hearing from you.

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