Veterinary Patient Care Assistant - 12 Months Fixed-term

Calder Vets

Dewsbury, United Kingdom
Base: £26,437 py; bonus/equity: not specified; ben...
Onsite
Patient handling and restraint
Prepare and maintain patient accommodation
Cleaning and disinfection of patient accommodation
The role of a Patient Care Assistant is to support the nursing and wider practice team in achieving the highest standards of care

Job Summary

  • The role of a Patient Care Assistant is to support the nursing and wider practice team in achieving the highest standards of care.
  • In this role you will have the opportunity to progress your career in the veterinary industry and working alongside our Registered Veterinary Nurses.
  • Benefits include 5 weeks holiday + bank holidays + Birthday Leave, External CPD funded, Extensive free online Linnaeus CPD programmes, Career progression opportunities, Staff discount schemes, Enhanced sickness pay, Enhanced equal family leave, and a comprehensive Wellness program.

Matching Summary

The role of a Patient Care Assistant is to support the nursing and wider practice team in achieving the highest standards of care.

Salary

Base: £26,437 per annum; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: 5 weeks holiday + bank holidays + Birthday Leave, External CPD funded, Extensive free online Linnaeus CPD programmes, Career progression opportunities, Staff discount schemes, Enhanced sickness pay, Enhanced equal family leave, Wellness program, Eyecare voucher scheme, Free annual Flu jab, Cycle to work scheme, Childcare vouchers, Recruitment referral reward scheme

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Patient handling and restraint
  • Prepare and maintain patient accommodation
  • Cleaning and disinfection of patient accommodation
  • In-patient care
  • Work and communicate effectively with colleagues and clients

Nice-to-have

  • Reliable, adaptable, understanding and empathetic
  • Enthusiastically working within the team
  • Happy, efficient and effective working environment

Key Requirements

  • Previous experience in veterinary practice
  • Previous experience caring for animals
  • Basic understanding of animal welfare and handling
  • Able to work in a team and on their own
  • Ability to take instructions

Work Rights

Not specified

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