Veterinary Care Assistant/Laboratory Technician/Dispensary

British Veterinary Association; High Wycombe; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading veterinary hospital in High Wycombe is seeking a Veterinary Lab Technician to perform tests and analyses on animal samples. The ideal candidate will have experience as a veterinary care assistant with laboratory testing skills. This full-time role involves processing samples, managing inventory, and supporting veterinarians to ensure high-quality care. Benefits include generous annual leave and a focus on employee wellbeing.

Benefits

6.6 weeks annual leave

Additional leave for your birthday

Enhanced family-friendly policies

Cycle to work scheme

Employee wellbeing initiatives

Learning opportunities via IVC Evidensia Academy

Pawsome Benefits discount platform

Pension scheme

Discounted staff pet care

Qualifications

• Experience as a veterinary care assistant with laboratory testing preferred.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Capable of coordinating between specialists, interns, and nurses.

Responsibilities

• Process samples and maintain laboratory equipment.
• Manage inventory and ensure accurate testing.
• Support the Dispensary Veterinary Nurse with stock control.

Skills

Laboratory testing experience

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

High standards in Infection Control

Job description

We are seeking a fantastic individual to join us as a Veterinary Lab Technician at Hamilton Specialist Referrals. You will be responsible for performing various tests and analyses on animal samples. Your work will support veterinarians in diagnosing and treating animal patients. This role is perfect for a veterinary care assistant with laboratory experience or an interest in developing those skills.

Your duties

You will process samples, maintain laboratory equipment, manage inventory, and ensure that tests are conducted accurately and efficiently. You will also be responsible for sending samples to external laboratories when necessary.

The laboratory technician role is part of our wider team of 9 veterinary care assistants, working closely with vets and nurses to support our hospital's functions.

Additional responsibilities include supporting our Dispensary Veterinary Nurse with stock control and contributing to infection control within the hospital as part of the infection control committee.

A hospital designed for excellence

Situated just outside of High Wycombe (J4, M40), Buckinghamshire, Hamilton Specialist Referrals (HSR) is a purpose-built, state-of-the-art veterinary hospital offering the latest in specialist treatments for cats and dogs, supported by a rehabilitation and physiotherapy facility.

The hospital operates 24/7, providing advanced treatments in Orthopaedics, Neurology, Soft Tissue, Oncology, and Internal Medicine.

We pride ourselves on maintaining a friendly culture focused on development, clinical excellence, and gold-standard patient care.

More about you

Experience in a veterinary care assistant role with laboratory testing is advantageous. You should be a team player, capable of coordinating between specialists, interns, and nurses to ensure efficient lab processes. High standards in Infection Control, attention to detail, and the ability to work thoroughly in a fast-paced environment are essential.

Shift pattern

This full-time role involves 40 hours per week on a rota, covering various 8-hour shifts over 5 days, including OOH shifts.

Benefits include:

• 6.6 weeks annual leave
• Additional leave for your birthday
• Enhanced family-friendly policies
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee wellbeing initiatives
• Support for non-accidental injury cases
• Learning opportunities via IVC Evidensia Academy
• Pawsome Benefits discount platform
• Pension scheme
• Discounted staff pet care