Posted:
9/12/2024, 2:52:01 AM
Location(s):
Market Weighton, England, United Kingdom ⋅ England, United Kingdom
Experience Level(s):
Junior ⋅ Mid Level ⋅ Senior
Field(s):
Medical, Clinical & Veterinary
If you are a current Linnaeus Associate, you will need to apply internally. In order to do this, please contact our Talent Acquisition team (details can be found via The Link) and someone will be in touch to discuss and progress your application.
Job Title: Patient Care Assistant (Veterinary)
Salary: £24,045 per annum
Location: Wicstun Vets, Market Weighton
Job Type: Permanent, Full-time
Hours: 40 Hours per week. Monday to Friday 8:00-17:00 with 1 in 6 full weekends (time back in lieu).
Are you passionate about animal care? Do you dream of a fulfilling career in the veterinary industry?
We are currently looking for a friendly, enthusiastic individual who is passionate about animal care to join our Patient Care Assistant team.
The ideal candidate should be professional and confident who will strive to deliver the very best service for our animals and clients.
Roles and Responsibilities
Work alongside veterinary surgeons and veterinary nurses to provide vital care to patients.
Clean, prepare and maintain patient accommodation
Exercise, feed, and groom patients
In-house and external processing of samples for laboratory work
Handle and restrain patients for treatment
Assist with preparing patients for surgical procedures
Prepare theatre - cleaning and damp dusting - cleaning, packaging, and sterilising instruments - preparing materials, instruments, and equipment
Benefits
5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays and Birthday Leave
Career progression opportunities
Staff discount schemes
Life Assurance
Enhanced sickness pay
Enhanced equal family leave
E-car salary sacrifice scheme
Employer contribution pension scheme
Wellness program including:
Employee assistance program
Eyecare voucher scheme
Free annual Flu jab
Cycle to work scheme
Recruitment referral reward scheme
About Us
Wicstun Vet Hospital is accredited by the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons and our Market Weighton Hospital is an approved training centre for Veterinary Nurses.
Our team of experienced vets provide a 24-hour emergency service for our registered clients, small holders, equine and farm yards.
Our Market Weighton branch is fully equipped with modern diagnostic facilities such as an extensive in-house laboratory, a digital x-ray suite and endoscopy which allows us to care for your pets using up to date, non-invasive techniques. We also have 3 theatres, a CT scanner, space for laparoscopic procedures, a rehabilitation suite which includes a treadmill for hydrotherapy, ICU and both cat and dog wards.
To submit your application, please click the 'Apply now' button at the top of the screen. Or, for any questions, contact Katie Knight on katie[email protected]
Salary Value: £24,045 per annum;
We are proud to be Linnaeus, part of Mars.
Linnaeus is a forward-thinking group of highly respected primary care and specialist referral practices in the UK and Ireland. Being family owned and part of Mars Veterinary Health, the largest veterinary company in the world, allows us to focus on advancing the veterinary profession to provide industry-leading pet care and unique career opportunities for our people.
Why Linnaeus?
- We pride ourselves in offering high-quality excellence of service and clinical care for our clients and their pets
- We lead on sustainability and collectively drive positive change for people, pets and the planet
- We prioritise your mental health and wellbeing – valuing equity, diversity and inclusion
- We support your personal and professional development with best-in-class career frameworks and training programmes. We will empower and support you to grow your career from day one.
We team up within our Mars family in partnership for a stronger future.
Linnaeus is an equal-opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. We treat each other fairly and equitably and we are committed to fostering a culture that is inclusive and diverse for all our Associates.
At Linnaeus, A BETTER WORLD FOR PETS starts with a better world for our people.
If you would like to apply for this role, please click the ‘Apply’ button or for more information or please reach out directly to our Talent Acquisition team at [email protected]
Website: https://linnaeusgroup.co.uk/
Headquarter Location: Solihull, Solihull, United Kingdom
Employee Count: 1001-5000
Year Founded: 2014
IPO Status: Private
Industries: Health Care ⋅ Veterinary