Veterinary Care Assistant - Referrals

We are seeking a dedicated Veterinary Care Assistant to join our dynamic referral team at our veterinary hospital in Bradley Stoke. In this role, you will be responsible for maintaining the cleanliness and hygiene of the hospital, ensuring surgical equipment is cleaned and specialist instruments are properly sterilised. You will also assist in preparing patients for medical and surgical procedures, as well as support the nurses with patient restraint.

More about us

At our hospital, we offer a supportive, friendly environment with excellent benefits. By joining our team, you will become part of a group committed to delivering exceptional client and animal care. Our small, passionate team works tirelessly to provide top-tier referral services, ensuring the best outcomes for our patients and their owners.

The perfect fit

We're looking for a compassionate and motivated colleague with a high energy level and a positive, proactive attitude. You'll need to be resourceful, able to use your initiative effectively, and always strive to go the extra mile for the care of our patients. Strong interpersonal skills and a genuine passion for animal welfare are essential. Previous experience in animal handling is preferred.

If you're ready to be part of a team that truly cares about making a difference, we'd love to hear from you!

Your shift pattern

You will work 40 hours per week across 5 days between the hours of 8 am - 7 pm. No weekends or Bank Holidays.

If you're passionate about animal care and looking for a rewarding role in a dynamic veterinary practice, we'd love to hear from you!

In addition to a competitive salary, you will benefit from:

1. 6.6 weeks annual leave
2. Additional annual leave for your birthday which will be added to your holiday allowance
3. Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/ paternity/ adoption/ shared parental and surrogacy pay
4. Cycle to work scheme
5. Initiatives focused on employee wellbeing
6. Non-accidental injury support
7. Learning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia Academy
8. Pawsome Benefits - reward gateway giving discounts and cashback with 100's of retailers
9. Pension scheme
10. Discounted staff pet care

At IVC Evidensia we are 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.

Rowe Veterinary Group, Bradley Stoke

Bradley House, Ferndene, Bradley Stoke, Bristol, BS32 9DT, United Kingdom

Animals treated: Small animals

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