Vet Care Assistant — Multidisciplinary Team & Growth

IVC Evidensia Group; High Wycombe; Hybrid; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

6.6 weeks' annual leave

Discounted veterinary care

Healthcare cash plan

Cycle to Work salary sacrifice

Job summary

Hamilton Specialist Referrals in High Wycombe, a 24-hour veterinary hospital, is seeking a dedicated Veterinary Care Assistant to join the team on a full-time basis. You will support the clinical team in delivering high standards of patient care, handle patient restraint, maintain kennels, perform lab tasks and assist with theatre operations.

The role offers a structured shift pattern: four 9.25-hour shifts per week with 1:6 weekends and some bank holiday work.

Qualifications

• We expect a caring, professional approach with a genuine interest in animal welfare.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and clients.
• Excellent organisation and the ability to manage tasks in a busy environment.

Responsibilities

• Restrain patients and maintain kennels to support clinical care.
• Perform laboratory tasks and manage cleaning and sterilisation of equipment.
• Assist theatre operations and support with procedures; assist with dispensing duties.

Skills

Team player

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Proactive learner

Animal welfare interest

Job description

Hamilton Specialist Referrals in High Wycombe, a 24-hour veterinary hospital, is seeking a dedicated Veterinary Care Assistant to join the team on a full-time basis. You will support the clinical team in delivering high standards of patient care, handle patient restraint, maintain kennels, perform lab tasks and assist with theatre operations.

The role offers a structured shift pattern: four 9.25-hour shifts per week with 1:6 weekends and some bank holiday work.