Veterinary Care Assistant

2 weeks ago

Ringwood, Hampshire, United Kingdom IVC Evidensia Full time £20,000 - £23,994 per year

We are seeking a dedicated individual to join our team as a Veterinary Care Assistant, working on our wards/nights team. This is an exciting opportunity to work as part of our fantastic team. You will collaborate with Veterinary Surgeons and Veterinary Nurses in delivering essential nursing care, supporting the health and well-being of patients within a multidisciplinary referral hospital. This role also involves performing key daily tasks such as administering basic inpatient care, restocking supplies, upholding high hygiene standards, assisting with patient restraint, providing basic massage and physiotherapy techniques, conducting a range of in-house laboratory tests, and helping to maintain ward equipment.

Join an advanced team

At 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 excellence

SCVS 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.

More about you

* While 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 essential

* Effective time management, self-motivation, proactivity, and the ability to use initiative are important.

Your shift pattern

This is a full-time role working 37.5 hours per week, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday night, 6 pm until 6:30 am. One in 5 Saturday nights, but in place of the Wednesday night shift that week.

In addition to a competitive salary you will benefit from:

* 6.6 weeks annual leave 

* 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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