Overview
Bristol Veterinary Specialists is recruiting an Oncology Patient Care Assistant to join our busy medical and radiation oncology service. The successful candidate will be joining 2 board-certified specialists in medical oncology, two oncology residents and three specialist nurses. This is a full-time position, working 40 hours per week, covering Monday-Friday with 1:4 weekends.
We have a brand-new hospital with a dedicated oncology prep room, procedures room and kennel space, as well as a state-of-the-art Elekta 6MV linear accelerator capable of advanced image-guided treatments. Covering over 30,000 square feet, it is custom-built with uniquely designed facilities and the latest cutting-edge equipment.
With Specialists in all disciplines able to treat anything and everything under one roof, the hospital acts as a flagship hub for small animal pet owners in the Southwest and Wales. Our excellent location is easily accessible from major motorways - M5, M4, M49.
Main duties
* Nursing care to patients
* Assisting vets and nurses in restraining animals for treatment
* Cleaning, walking, and feeding of patients
* Preparation of emergency and operating facilities
* General cleaning and maintenance duties
* Running internal lab samples
* Answering emergency calls
* Covering the receptionist desk, including answering queries, booking appointments and taking payments
* To provide a friendly, efficient and effective service to clients
What we can offer you
* Salary in line with the National Minimum Wage (as of 1 April 2025)
* Generous annual leave entitlement of 5 weeks per year plus Bank Holidays (pro rata)
* Supportive and collaborative team environment
* Staff discount scheme on Veterinary bills and products
* Employee Assistance Programme and access to over 400 Mental Health First-Aiders
* and lots more!
Or, if easier, you can find a full list by clicking here: CVS | What We Offer
Unfortunately, we are unable to accept and progress applications from candidates without the Right to Work in the UK, as we cannot provide visa sponsorship, due to our clinical support roles not meeting the criteria set out by the Home Office to be eligible.
CVS is committed to being a fully inclusive place to work where all our colleagues are encouraged and supported to be themselves, where difference is celebrated and where everyone feels able to deliver their best. We are also determined to build a workforce that is more representative of our diverse communities and the people we provide our services to.
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Please do not delay in submitting your application for this role. With some roles that are urgent or receiving high volume of applicants, we may interview and conclude the process prior to the closing date of the advertisement.
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