We have an exciting opportunity for two enthusiastic and passionate Veterinary Care Assistants to join our inclusive team here at Optivet Referrals.
Optivet is an independent practice providing first line 24/7 emergency care with expert emergency clinicians as well as providing a specialist referral service in Ophthalmology, Surgery, Internal Medicine and Anaesthesia.
Our team focuses on all aspects of our patients wellbeing. Through knowledge-based growth and outstanding nursing care, our clinicians deliver effective treatments plans for our patients, keeping our clients informed throughout, founded on what we would want for our own pets.
Underpinned by our core values, we provide a culture where our team is supported and able to thrive, providing opportunities for professional and personal growth.
About the role
The two roles we have available are part time, and are weekends only - 8 hours per day, across a Saturday & Sunday.
1 x early shift weekend VCA every weekend - 7.30am - 4.00pm - 16 hours per week.
1 x twilight shift VCA every weekend - 1.30pm - 10.00pm - 16 hours per week.
As a VCA (Veterinary Care Assistant), you will work alongside specialist veterinary surgeons and RVNs to provide excellent care for inpatients, assist in theatres, prepare and clean equipment, maintain a high standard of cleanliness throughout the hospital and provide client care and lab processing assistance where required.
(Full job description available on request)
About you
Experience as a Veterinary Care Assistant would be beneficial.
To succeed in this role, you must be dynamic, well organised with exceptional attention to detail. You must be able to show empathy and work in a fast-paced environment, whilst remaining calm and demonstrating exemplary team-working skills.
Above all, you must be passionate about providing a high standard and quality of care to our patients and clients.
In addition:
- Proven strong and effective verbal communication techniques both on the telephone and face to-face.
- Demonstrates a professional level of English language when sending out written communication.
- Understand the ethical requirements of a referral veterinary practice.
- Strong computer skills.
- Experience in a similar role is preferable
Our package
· 13.5 days holiday, inclusive of Bank Holidays. (prorated from 33 days per annum)
· Private health care
· SMART pension
· Free onsite parking
· Pet insurance contribution
Please visit our website www.Optivet.com to read more about what we do.
We can’t wait to hear from you!
Pay: £10,599.68 per year
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
- On-site parking
- Private medical insurance
Experience:
- veterinary care assistance: 1 year (preferred)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
