Veterinary Care Assistant

DNA Vetcare; Dartford; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading veterinary care provider in Dartford is looking for a dedicated Veterinary Care Assistant to support vet and nurse teams. Responsibilities include maintaining a hygienic environment, animal handling, and receptionist duties. Ideal candidates will have a passion for animal care and a willingness to learn and grow within the role. The position offers opportunities for further qualifications and professional development.

Benefits

CPD opportunities

Training to become an RVN

Qualifications

• Experience in animal handling is preferred.
• Ability to maintain a clean environment is essential.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean and hygienic environment.
• Assist with animal handling and reception duties.
• Support Veterinary Nurses and Surgeons as needed.

Skills

Animal handling

Hygiene maintenance

Client support

Job description

About the Role

We are known for treating every one of our exceptional support team with the value, respect and praise they deserve. As a Veterinary Care Assistant, you will be responsible for supporting the vet and nurse teams by maintaining a clean and hygienic environment at all times, assisting with animal handling, working on reception and providing support to the Veterinary Nurses and Veterinary Surgeons as needed.

We boast opportunities for growth with extra CPD opportunities and the option of training to become an RVN. In the past year our nurses have achieved further qualification in anaesthesia, emergency and critical care, physiotherapy, behaviour and diet. If you have a passion that's not being indulged then a move to DNA Vetcare could be just the ticket for the next step for you in such a valuable role. If this sounds like the perfect role get in touch asap!

Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean and hygienic environment at all times
• Assist with animal handling
• Work on reception and support nursing staff
• Provide support to Veterinary Nurses and Veterinary Surgeons as needed

Company Overview

DNA Vetcare is a proudly independent group of multi award-winning surgeries, founded in 2006 by veterinary surgeons Alan van Heerden and Dane Walker, who bring years of experience from numerous high quality practices to provide exceptional vet care across London and Kent.

Claire Baker joined Alan and Dane as a Director in 2019, originally arriving at the main London hospital in 2013 as a locum. Claire heads up the Group's operations and vet team recruitment.

Network and Reputation

DNA Vetcare has a network of excellent veterinary surgeons who have been handpicked for their clinical skills, experience and ability to provide compassionate care for your four-legged (or three-legged, finned or feathered) friend. This network of excellence is the foundation on which we have built a strong reputation for providing the very best care to pets and owners alike.

Culture

Alan and Dane are dedicated to providing excellent service to clients, respectful, caring and expert care for animals and a supportive encouraging work place for their teams.