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Senior Veterinarian - Emergency and ICU

On-site in Girona·Full-time·Added 1 month ago

The Vet Office

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Overview

Job details

€33,000 - €38,000 a year
Gross, as stated in the ad.
About €2,090 - €2,360 a month after tax.
Full-time hours
Per the ad.
A relocation package
Help with the move, per the ad.

Requirements

Have the right to work in Spain
The Vet Office doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.
Work in English
English is required, per the ad.
Work on-site in Girona
A relocation package offered.
Have 3+ years of experience
Senior-level role.
University degree
“Licenciatura o Grado en Veterinaria.” — per the ad.

This job was automatically translated to English.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

The hospital firmly invests in the clinical and academic growth of the team.

We offer:

Company-funded training
Access to postgraduate programs
Attendance at national and international congresses
Continuous internal training with European diplomates
Real growth opportunities within the hospital according to performance

In addition, accommodation near the hospital is provided:

€200 / month in independent housing.

Salary: €33,000 – 38,000 gross/year depending on experience and merit.
Variable incentives depending on performance.
Retainer: €250 per assigned weekend.

For more information or to send your CV:
talent@thevetoffice.com

Requirements

What we're looking for

Degree in Veterinary Medicine.
Minimum of several years' experience in large hospitals or reference centers.
Demonstrable experience in ICU and intensive care.
Advanced level of English is essential.

Nice to have

The following will be especially valued:

Acreditación AVEPA.
Postgraduate degrees in Intensive Care or related specialties.
Experience in high-volume case hospitals.

The role

From The Vet Office, a specialized veterinary talent recruitment agency, we are looking to hire a Veterinarian for ICU and Intensive Care for a multidisciplinary reference veterinary hospital, with a high volume of complex cases and a highly specialized clinical structure.

What you'll do

The selected veterinarian will play a key role in the management of critical and hospitalized patients, actively participating in clinical decision-making and coordinating with the different hospital services.

Their main functions will include:

Comprehensive management of critical ICU patients.
Advanced monitoring and treatment of complex hospitalized patients.
Clinical coordination with surgery, internal medicine, diagnostic imaging, and emergencies.
Participation in clinical protocols and continuous improvement processes.
Frequent clinical communication in English within the hospital environment.

A resolute, organized profile with a solid clinical judgment is sought, capable of working in a high medical demand environment and in close collaboration with other specialists.

How you'll work

The hospital offers a work model designed to combine high clinical quality with personal balance.

Rotating intensive schedule from Monday to Friday, with one week of afternoons and the next of mornings, and so on.

09:00 – 16:00
15:00 – 21:00
1 out of every 3, morning shift.

No on-site on-call duties.

4 weekends per year
1 night per week

With structured support from the team of auxiliaries and first-shift veterinarians.

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
Headquarters: Spain
In Spain: Madrid, Barcelona, Valencia and 12 more
Website: thevetoffice.com

Good to know if you are moving

Roles are advertised in Spanish, so a working level of Spanish is typically required or strongly recommended.
Many positions include accommodation or relocation support (e.g., 'Ayuda alojamiento' in Melilla).
Salaries for specialized vets can reach €150,000/year for European diploma holders in internal medicine.
The company covers both full-time and part-time schedules, including weekend and night shifts.
Some roles are remote (e.g., 'Consultor/a de Selección - Remoto'), offering flexibility for international candidates.