Income Protection for Vets - The Reality of Working as a Vet

As a veterinary professional, your income depends entirely on your ability to perform highly specialised, hands-on work. From handling animals to performing procedures, your role requires both physical strength and mental focus.
If illness or injury prevents you from working, you may be left relying on the state illness benefit which is far below what is needed to maintain your lifestyle.
Role-Specific Risks for Vets
- Physical strain from lifting, handling animals, and long hours
- Injury risk from unpredictable animal behaviour
- Mental fatigue and stress from demanding clinical environments
Gaps in Financial Protection
- Limited or no employer sick pay (especially in private practice)
- Ongoing financial commitments such as:
- Mortgage
- Practice expenses
- Staff costs
- Family living expenses
How Omega Supports Vets
We design income protection policies tailored specifically to veterinary professionals:
- Protect up to 75% of your income
- Coverage available long-term, up to retirement age
- 15% discount available
Key Benefits
- Maintain your lifestyle and meet financial commitments
- Ensure business continuity if you own a practice
- Reduce stress and focus fully on recovery
- Protect your family’s financial security
Why It Matters
Your career is built on years of training and experience. Income protection ensures that if something unexpected happens, you don’t have to compromise your future or retrain in another field.
Next Steps
Schedule a free consultation at +353 1 293 8554 (Sandyford office).
Omega Financial Management
Income Protection | Pensions | Wealth Management
- Tel: 01-2938554
- Web: omegafinancial.ie
- Map: Suite 31 - Beacon Court - D18 FK12
OFM Financial Ltd T/A Omega Financial Management, regulated by the Central Bank of Ireland.