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Supporting the reception team with client interactions, phone calls, appointments, and payments
Working closely with practice leadership and central support teams
Managing orders, supplier relationships, and invoice approvals
Overseeing staff holidays, payroll administration, and appraisals
Supporting the success of our Pet Health Club
Monitoring and managing outstanding debts
Helping ensure the smooth day-to-day running of the practice
30 hours per week across 4 days
Working hours between 9:00am and 5:00pm
No out-of-hours work
No Sundays
No bank holiday working
22 days annual leave
Birthday Leave
Paid Maternity & Paternity Leave Package
Cycle to Work Scheme
Full access to EAP and Wellbeing Centre
Paid Bereavement Leave
Company Sick Pay
Funding of any Certificates / Diplomas / PhD’s you may want to pursue
Career Progression Opportunities, both clinical and non-clinical
Professional Memberships paid (if applicable – VDS, VCI)
Annual Pay Reviews
Pawesome Benefits - reward gateway giving discounts and cashback with hundreds of retailers
Employer Pension Contributions
Free Flu Inoculations
Discounted Veterinary Fees
Opportunity to join company programmes (LGBTQ+, Wellbeing Champions, Nurses Committee, Clinical Board and many more)
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Practice Manager - FTC
The Pet Hospital, Waterford City
Discipline: Leadership
Full Time, Part Time, Flexible
Up to €40,000 FTE DOE
Practice Manager – Maternity Cover Fixed Term Contract (6 months)
The Pet Hospital, Waterford
Salary €40,000 per annum (pro-rata)
30 hours per week across 4 days
Looking for your next challenge in a sector that truly makes a difference?
We're excited to be recruiting a Practice Manager to join our wonderful team at The Pet Hospital in Waterford on a 6-month maternity cover contract.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys variety, thrives in a people-focused environment, and wants to play a key role in supporting both a dedicated veterinary team and the clients who trust us with their pets' care.
No two days are the same in practice life. One moment you'll be welcoming clients and their pets at reception, and the next you'll be helping to keep the practice running smoothly behind the scenes. If you're organised, proactive, and love building great relationships, we'd love to hear from you.
What You'll Be Doing
As Practice Manager, you'll be at the heart of the practice, balancing customer care with operational leadership.
Your role will include:
What We're Looking For
We're looking for someone who enjoys working with people, has strong organisational skills, and can confidently manage multiple priorities in a busy environment.
You may come from a veterinary, healthcare, retail, hospitality, or customer service management background. Most importantly, you'll bring leadership skills, a positive attitude, excellent communication skills, and a genuine passion for delivering a great experience for both clients and colleagues.
Hours & Work-Life Balance
This role offers a great work-life balance with:
Why Join Us?
At The Pet Hospital, we know our people are at the heart of everything we do. That's why we offer a competitive benefits package and plenty of support to help you thrive both personally and professionally.
Work Life Balance
Development
Additional Benefits
Join a Team That Cares
We're proud to be an inclusive employer and are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome, valued, and supported. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences and are happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments needed throughout the recruitment process.
If you're looking for an exciting opportunity to bring your management experience into the rewarding world of veterinary care, we'd love to hear from you. Join us for this maternity cover opportunity and become part of a team that is passionate about pets, people, and making a difference every day.
The Pet Hospital
5 Canada St, Waterford City, X91 N924, Ireland
Animals treated
Dogs, cats & small pets
At IVC Evidensia we are a committed to Diversity, Equality, Inclusion and Belonging, 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.
Any questions before applying?
Speak to Shonagh Dawson from our recruitment team who would be happy to help you with any questions you have before applying for this role.