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Veterinary Care Assistant

Rowe Veterinary Group, Bradley Stoke, Bradley Stoke, South West

Discipline: Clinical Support

Part Time

Up to £12,742.35 per annum

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At Rowe Veterinary Hospital Bradley Stoke, we're excited to invite a passionate and friendly Veterinary Care Assistant to join our team! The Veterinary Patient Care Assistant role is a cornerstone of an exceptional veterinary practice. As a PCA, you'll work closely with our dedicated team of qualified RVNs and Vets to provide exceptional care for our patients.
In this role, you’ll be a key member of our practice team, collaborating with Veterinary Surgeons, qualified Nurses, and Student Nurses to deliver outstanding care.
 

Key responsibilities include

 
  • General cleaning and maintenance tasks
  • Running internal lab samples
  • Handling emergency calls
  • Covering the receptionist desk, managing queries, booking appointments, and processing payments
  • Providing nursing care to patients under direction
  • Assisting Vets and Nurses with animal restraint during treatments
  • Cleaning, walking, and feeding patients
  • Preparing emergency and operating areas
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    What we’re looking for in our Veterinary Care Assistant

     
    We’re looking for an enthusiastic, motivated individual with a genuine love for animal care and welfare. The ideal candidate should thrive in a busy team environment and be confident working independently when needed. Previous experience in a veterinary practice (paid or voluntary) is highly desirable, along with a strong willingness to learn.
     
  • Experience with animals or in healthcare would be an added advantage.
  • Strong communication skills and the ability to show empathy
  • Excellent customer service experience, with a professional approach to dealing with the public
  • A valid driving license, as travel between our 6 sites is required
  • Experience in animal welfare, including feeding, cleaning, medicating, and handling, with a solid understanding of animal welfare needs
  • Resilience to handle potentially emotional and distressing situations
  • A positive attitude and the ability to work well within a team
  • Strong organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage your workload efficiently
  • Previous experience in a veterinary environment is desirable
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    Your shift pattern

     
    You will work 20 hours per week. The shifts are Wednesday – Friday 8AM-2PM and 1:4 Saturday or Sunday working 8AM-5PM.
     
    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:

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


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    Rowe Veterinary Group, Bradley Stoke

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

    Animals treated

    Dogs, cats & small pets

    Exotic Friendly

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