Job Title: Patient Care Assistant (Veterinary)

Salary:  £25,646.40 per annum

Location:  Peak Vets, Sheffield

Job Type: Full time, Fixed term contract

Hours: 40 hours a week - Shift work including some evenings, weekends and bank holidays. Opening hours are 8:00-21:00 Monday-Friday, 8.30-16:00 Saturday and 9:00-13:00 Sunday.

Are you passionate about animal care? Do you dream of a fulfilling career in the veterinary industry?

Here at Peak Vets we have a great team of vets, registered veterinary nurses, student veterinary nurses and receptionists who are all committed to animal health and welfare.

This is a demanding role and requires dedication, proactivity, flexibility, a strong work ethic and a strong belief in delivering the highest standard of patient care.

Roles and Responsibilities

Work alongside veterinary surgeons and veterinary nurses to provide vital care to patients

 Record and update information on patient records

Clean, prepare and maintain patient accommodation

Exercise, feed, and groom patients

Handle and restrain patients for treatment

Assist with preparing patients for procedures - clipping - removing food and water where required

Administer topical and oral medication and administer subcutaneous injections

Prepare theatre - cleaning and damp dusting - cleaning, packaging, and sterilising instruments - preparing materials, instruments, and equipment

Required Experience

Previous experience of working with animals (Highly Desirable)

Qualification in animal care (Desirable)

Benefits

5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays and Birthday Leave 

Career progression opportunities 

Staff discount schemes 

Life Assurance 

Enhanced sickness pay 

Enhanced equal family leave 

E-car salary sacrifice scheme 

Employer contribution pension scheme   

Wellness program including:  

Employee assistance program 

Eyecare voucher scheme 

Free annual Flu jab 

Cycle to work scheme 

Recruitment referral reward scheme

About Us

We are a RCVS accredited, small animal veterinary hospital based in Sheffield, South Yorkshire, on the doorstep of the magnificent Peak District.

We aim to provide high quality but affordable veterinary care from our team of experienced vets, several of whom have or are studying for RCVS certificates in surgery, medicine, ophthalmology, dermatology, and imaging.

The vets are ably supported by a group of exceptional, caring nurses and support staff. Peak are renowned for our friendly welcome and team spirit.

To apply, please complete the quick application form below. Alternatively, for more information, please contact Sofia sofia.thackray@linnaeusgroup.co.uk

Salary Value: £25,646.40 per annum;