Veterinary Care Assistant

Southern Counties Veterinary Specialists, Ringwood, South EastWe are excited to welcome applications from those eager to join our team of Veterinary Care Assistants at our state-of-the-art multi-discipline referral hospital.You'll be working closely with our Veterinary Surgeons and Nurses to provide excellent care and ensure the well-being of our patients in this friendly, multidisciplinary referral hospital.You will work alongside Veterinary Surgeons and Veterinary Nurses to provide vital nursing care, ensuring the wellbeing of our patients with this multidisciplinary referral hospital. In addition to carrying out essential daily tasks sure as providing basic inpatient care, restocking and maintaining our hospitals high hygiene standards, assisting Veterinary Surgeons and Nurses with patient restraint, provide basic massage & physiotherapy techniques, run a variety of in-house laboratory tests, assist with maintaining our wards equipment.Join an advanced teamAt IVC Evidensia, we are committed to providing outstanding care to animals and exceptional service to their owners. As one of the largest and most trusted veterinary groups, we pride ourselves on our high standards of veterinary care, innovation, and dedication to continuous improvement. We boast an exceptional team of esteemed specialists across a range of disciplines. Additionally, our dedicated rehabilitation team offers physiotherapy and hydrotherapy to support post-operative recovery. We are always focused on ensuring the care and comfort of our patients.A hospital designed for excellenceSCVS is a specialist-led small animal hospital with the expertise and resources to handle the most complex cases. As a large multidisciplinary referral hospital, we boast impressive facilities and cutting-edge equipment, allowing us to deliver exceptional care from the initial consultation through to patient discharge. Conveniently located in Ringwood, Hampshire, just off the A31, we are ideally positioned for our clients.Our recent expansion features a newly purpose-built theatre complex, a two-storey facility with an expansive client reception and waiting area, 10 additional consulting rooms, and a new rehabilitation centre. And we’re not stopping there—future enhancements include a new diagnostic suite, an ICU area, and more.Role requirementsWhile qualifications in Animal Care and prior experience are preferred, substantial experience in animal handling and husbandry will also be considered favourably.Be able to showcase your dedication to our professional and ethical standards.The ability to remain calm and focused under pressure, with a compassionate and empathetic approach to your work.Be a strong team player with confident and effective communication skills.Good interpersonal skills are essentialEffective time management, self-motivation, proactivity, and the ability to use initiative are important.At IVC Evidensia, our values drive everything we do. Our dedicated teams embody these values day in and day out. We are determined to foster this culture of compassion, innovation, and collaboration.Working PatternThis is a part-time position working 40 hours per week across 4 shifts, with inclusion in the 1:5 weekend rota.We recognise that our people are fundamental to the success of our business. Investing in our people, premises and processes is at the heart of what we do.In addition to a competitive salary, you will benefit from6.6 weeks annual leaveAdditional annual leave for your birthday which will be added to your holiday allowanceEnhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/ paternity/ adoption/ shared parental and surrogacy payCycle to work schemeInitiatives focused on employee wellbeingNon-accidental injury supportLearning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia AcademyPawsome Benefits - reward gateway giving discounts and cashback with 100's of retailersDiscounted staff pet careSouthern Counties Veterinary Specialists #J-18808-Ljbffr