Night Patient Care Assistant

Grantavets; Linton; A distancia; GBP 18.000 - 24.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Grantavets in the United Kingdom is seeking a dedicated Night Patient Care Assistant to join our night team, providing compassionate care to animals and supporting the veterinary nursing team.

You will assist with clinical tasks, cleaning, feeding, monitoring, theatre support, and lab activities, with a structured 3-on, 6-off rota and opportunities for development.

Formación

• Excellent communication skills and ability to work within a team.
• Ability to work independently during night shifts.
• Genuine passion for animal welfare and willingness to learn in a clinical setting.

Responsabilidades

• Provide high-quality care to animals during night shifts, ensuring their safety and comfort.
• Communicate effectively with nursing staff, veterinarians, and other team members.
• Work both independently and as part of a cohesive team to maintain efficient hospital operations.
• Assist with the daily running of the hospital, including cleaning, feeding, monitoring, and other supportive tasks.
• Assisting in the theatre and closing down theatre suites
• Running blood tests in our well equipped Lab

Descripción del empleo

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Night Patient Care Assistantto join our night team to provide exceptional care and support to our animals. In this role, you will play a vital part in ensuring the well-being and comfort of all animals under our care, working closely with the veterinary nursing team and vets.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality care to animals during night shifts, ensuring their safety and comfort.
• Communicate effectively with nursing staff, veterinarians, and other team members.
• Work both independently and as part of a cohesive team to maintain efficient hospital operations.
• Assist with the daily running of the hospital, including cleaning, feeding, monitoring, and other supportive tasks.
• Assisting in the theatre and closing down theatre suites
• Running blood tests in our well equipped Lab
• Follow all health, safety, and welfare guidelines to maintain a clean and safe environment for patients, staff, and visitors.

Qualifications & Experience

• Previous experience in Veterinary care is advantageous, though training will be provided for the right candidate.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a team.
• Proven ability to work responsibly and independently during night shifts.
• A genuine passion for animal welfare and a desire to learn and develop in a clinical setting.

What We Offer

• A structured 3-on, 6-off night rota, which provides a healthy work-life balance.
• 18 additional night shifts per year for extra opportunities and experience.
• A supportive and collaborative team environment.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development within the organization.

If you have a passion for animal care and are looking for an opportunity to grow within a dedicated team, we’d love to hear from you.

We look forward to reviewing your application!