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On-site in Barcelona·Full-time·Added 2 months ago (last checked 9 Nov)
Our summary
- Salary
- €30,000 a year
About €1,930 a month after tax.
- Hours
- Night shift
- Work mode
- On-site, Barcelona
- Contract
- Permanent, full-time hours
- Spanish
- Expected (ad in Spanish)
- Education
- University degree






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Skills
This job advert was originally written in Spanish.
Requirements
What we're looking for
- Degree/Licentiate in Veterinary Medicine, officially recognized in Spain.
- Previous clinical experience, with experience in hospitalization being especially valued.
- Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team.
- Interest in continuing to develop within a hospital environment.
- Availability to perform occasional emergency coverage.
The role
We are looking for a Generalist Veterinarian to join a veterinary team in Barcelona, for a position primarily focused on day hospitalization and consultation support, with occasional participation in the emergency service.
This is a position designed for a professional who wants to develop their clinical experience in a high-caseload environment, as part of a stable and multidisciplinary team.
An opportunity for a veterinarian seeking a primarily daytime position, with hospitalization as the main area and occasional participation in emergencies, within a team that seeks to maintain a flexible and balanced organization.
What you'll do
Most of the working day will take place during daytime hours, primarily performing:
- Management and monitoring of day hospitalizations.
- Consultation support and patient care.
- Monitoring the progress of hospitalized patients.
- Support for the clinical team in procedures and care needs.
On an occasional basis, the professional will participate as emergency on-call, mainly covering vacations of the emergency team or unforeseen absences.
How you'll work
The daytime schedule will be the same as the rest of the team:
- Morning shift: 09:00 to 15:00 h.
- Afternoon shift: 15:00 to 21:00 h.
- Night shift: 21:00 to 09:00 h.
- Daytime emergency shift: 09:00 to 21:00 h on certain days.
Emergency shifts are not defined as a fixed schedule, as they are organized among 3 professionals, seeking to distribute the coverage.
- Permanent contract.
- Full-time.
- Primarily daytime position.
- Occasional participation in the emergency on-call.
- Salary according to experience, exceeding 30,000 euros, with flexibility to assess conditions individually.
- Joining a stable and multidisciplinary team.
- High clinical caseload.
- Opportunities for training and professional development.
Emergency on-call
Participation in emergencies will be occasional, mainly to cover vacations or absences of the regular team.
Hiring process
Interested parties: send CV to talent@thevetoffice.com
Subject: Veterinarian Hospitalization and On-call - Barcelona
About The Vet Office
The Vet Office is a specialized veterinary recruitment agency operating across Spain, connecting veterinary professionals with clinics and hospitals nationwide. The company focuses exclusively on the veterinary sector, placing veterinarians, veterinary technicians, and support staff in roles ranging from emergency and internal medicine to imaging, surgery, and exotic animal care. Their platform serves as a dedicated bridge between veterinary talent and Spanish animal health employers, with a strong emphasis on the Spanish market.
The Vet Office has built a reputation as the go-to recruitment partner for veterinary professionals in Spain, with a presence across the country from Barcelona and Madrid to Valencia, Seville, and Bilbao. For international professionals, the company offers a direct entry point into the Spanish veterinary job market, with roles that frequently require Spanish language skills and often include relocation support, such as accommodation assistance in cities like Melilla. Their roles span from clinical positions to remote consultancy work, making them a relevant option for vets looking to practice in Spain.
- Industry
- Veterinary recruitment
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