Veterinary Care Assistant — Compassionate Animal Care

CVS Group; Waterlooville; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Five weeks' annual leave

Staff discount on veterinary bills

Private healthcare

Employee assistance programme

Job summary

CVS Group plc is seeking a Patient Care Assistant (PCA) to join our veterinary team at our UK practice. You will support RVNs and Vets to deliver outstanding patient care, assist in restraint, nursing duties, and help run the front desk when needed.

We value empathy, strong communication, teamwork and a genuine interest in animal welfare; previous experience in animal care is desirable. Right to work in the UK is required.

Qualifications

• Strong empathy and communication skills.
• Ability to work well in a team and adapt to a veterinary environment.
• Commitment to high standards of patient care and welfare.

Responsibilities

• Nursing care to patients
• Assisting Vets and Nurses in restraining animals for treatment
• Cleaning, walking and feeding of patients
• Running internal lab samples and assisting in emergency prep
• Covering front desk duties when required
• Providing excellent customer service and empathy to clients

Skills

Empathy

Excellent communication

Teamwork

Patient care

Job description

CVS Group plc is seeking a Patient Care Assistant (PCA) to join our veterinary team at our UK practice. You will support RVNs and Vets to deliver outstanding patient care, assist in restraint, nursing duties, and help run the front desk when needed.

We value empathy, strong communication, teamwork and a genuine interest in animal welfare; previous experience in animal care is desirable. Right to work in the UK is required.