Multi-disciplinary Patient Care Assistant

Paragon Referrals

Base: 26,437 py; bonus/equity: not specified; bene...
Onsite
Hands-on animal care
Assist with veterinary procedures
Maintain patient records
Paragon Referrals is seeking a Multi-disciplinary Patient Care Assistant to join their team in a veterinary hospital environment. The role involves providing hands-on care for animals and assisting veterinary professionals, ideal for those passionate about animal care and looking to develop their skills in veterinary nursing

Job Summary

  • Deliver high-quality patient care, including feeding, walking, grooming, administering medications (under supervision), and monitoring vital signs.
  • Assist veterinary surgeons and nurses with procedures, including safe restraint of patients.
  • Paragon Referrals is part of Linnaeus and Mars Veterinary Health, the largest family-owned veterinary company in the world.

Matching Summary

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Paragon Referrals is seeking a Multi-disciplinary Patient Care Assistant to join their team in a veterinary hospital environment. The role involves providing hands-on care for animals and assisting veterinary professionals, ideal for those passionate about animal care and looking to develop their skills in veterinary nursing.

Salary

Base: 26,437 per annum; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: 5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays and Birthday Leave, Staff discount schemes, Life Assurance, Enhanced sickness pay, Enhanced equal family leave, Employer contribution pension scheme, Wellness program, Free annual Flu jab, Cycle to work scheme, Recruitment referral reward scheme

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Hands-on animal care
  • Assist with veterinary procedures
  • Maintain patient records
  • Follow infection control protocols
  • Stock management and equipment maintenance

Nice-to-have

  • Approachable, cheerful, and professional attitude
  • Calm under pressure
  • Motivation to learn
  • Teamwork and communication skills

Key Requirements

  • Experience handling animals
  • 5 GCSEs including English, Maths, and Science
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks

Work Rights

Not specified

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