Hands-On Animal Care Assistant — Vet Clinic Support

Ivc; Dublin; On-site; EUR 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Leave

Birthday Leave

Paid Maternity Leave

Paternity Leave

Bereavement Leave

Sick Leave

Cycle to Work Scheme

EAP Access

Free Flu Jabs

Staff Discounts

Job summary

Ark Vetcare Dún Laoghaire is seeking a compassionate Animal Care Assistant to join our busy small animal practice. You will work with our veterinary team to care for patients from arrival to discharge and help ensure a positive experience for clients.

This hands-on role covers maintaining clean patient areas, feeding and exercising animals, and assisting with patient care. A QQI Animal Care qualification is essential; previous veterinary experience is advantageous but not required, and new

Qualifications

• QQI qualification in Animal Care (or equivalent) is essential.
• Experience in a veterinary setting is advantageous but not required.
• New graduates are welcome to apply.

Responsibilities

• Maintain clean and comfortable patient areas and assist with patient care.
• Feed, exercise, and monitor animals as directed.
• Support reception duties, appointments, and client communication.
• Assist veterinary team during procedures and maintain clinical areas.

Skills

Communication

Reliability

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Compassionate

Education

QQI qualification in Animal Care

Tools

Digital radiography

Ultrasound

Monitoring equipment

Job description

Ark Vetcare Dún Laoghaire is seeking a compassionate Animal Care Assistant to join our busy small animal practice. You will work with our veterinary team to care for patients from arrival to discharge and help ensure a positive experience for clients.

This hands-on role covers maintaining clean patient areas, feeding and exercising animals, and assisting with patient care. A QQI Animal Care qualification is essential; previous veterinary experience is advantageous but not required, and new