Veterinary Patient Care Assistant
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Are you passionate about making pets a priority? So are we! We are seeking an enthusiastic individual with a passion for animals to join us as a Veterinary Patient Care Assistant at Pet Medics Worsley.
This is a full-time role, working 6pm-5.30am with a 4 on 4 off pattern.
About CVS
CVS Group plc is one of the largest integrated veterinary services providers in the UK encompassing four main business areas: our veterinary practices, diagnostic laboratories, pet crematoria and e-commerce division. Our success is derived from the passion our people have for animals and for making pets a priority, it's what is at the heart of our work, every day.
About the Role
The Patient Care Assistant role is one of the foundations of an outstanding veterinary practice, and as a PCA you will be involved in supporting our team of qualified RVNs and Vets to provide outstanding care to our patients.
Key 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
What We’re Looking For
* An excellent communicator with strong empathy
* Excellent customer service skills and experience dealing with members of the public
* Experience in animal welfare, including feeding, cleaning, medicating and handling, and a high level of understanding of how to meet the welfare needs of animals
* Resilient with the ability to cope with potentially distressing and emotional situations
* A positive attitude and excellent teamwork skills
* Experience in looking after animals in a veterinary environment would be desirable
What We Can Offer You
* Salary in line with the National Minimum Wage
* Generous annual leave entitlement of 5 weeks per year plus Bank Holidays
* Buy/sell up to an additional 4 weeks annual leave
* Staff discount scheme on Veterinary bills and products
* A range of health benefits including private healthcare
* Employee Assistance Programme and access to over 400 Mental Health First-Aiders
* and more! (for full details, see What We Offer link)
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.
Equal Opportunity
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.
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