Linnaeus Bletchingley, England, United Kingdom
Overview
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This is a part-time veterinary patient care role in a busy, purpose-built referral hospital with surgical equipment and diagnostic facilities. The position involves all aspects of animal care for inpatients across a wide range of disciplines.
Responsibilities
* Assist the Nurses with inpatient care, including monitoring and recording
* Administer oral medications and ensure accurate documentation
* Feed and exercise patients as required
* Ensure wards and kennels are clean and restocked
* Maintain a high standard of client and patient care
Schedule
Part-time pattern: 2 nights on a Thursday and Friday every week, totaling 24 hours per week with 12-hour shifts from 19:00 to 07:00.
Qualifications
* Animal experience is desirable or experience in a similar role
* Full training will be provided
Benefits
* 5 weeks holiday (pro rata) + bank holidays + Birthday Leave
* Extensive free online Linnaeus CPD programmes
* Career progression opportunities
* Staff discount schemes
* Enhanced sickness pay
* Enhanced family leave
* E-car salary sacrifice scheme
* Recruitment referral reward scheme
* Wellness programme including
* Employee assistance programme
* Eyecare voucher scheme
* Free annual Flu jab
* Cycle to work scheme
About Us
We are an internationally acknowledged referral centre of excellence for specialist veterinary care. Our RCVS accredited practice offers access to one of the largest groups of veterinary specialists within the UK and Europe. We aim to provide the highest standards of medical and surgical care in a caring and compassionate environment.
Our team includes over 60 Registered Veterinary Nurses (RVN) and 31 recognised specialists in surgery, internal medicine, ophthalmology, oncology, neurology, cardiology, dentistry, diagnostic imaging and anaesthesia. Linnaeus is part of Mars Veterinary Health, the largest family-owned veterinary company in the world.
At Linnaeus, a better world for pets starts with a better world for our people. Our Associates are over 6000 strong with access to a network of specialists, development opportunities, and a wellbeing package designed to prioritise physical and mental health so you can focus on caring for pets.
We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse culture where you can be authentic and perform at your best. We are united by a commitment to excellence and a shared purpose.
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