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Veterinary Care Assistant

CVS Vets, Rayleigh, Essex

Veterinary Care Assistant

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CVS Vets, Rayleigh, Essex

  • Full time
  • Permanent
  • Onsite working

Posted 3 days ago, 13 Sep | Get your application in today.

Closing date: Closing date not specified

Job ref: 260a95dd10f541819d150195b94f7e70

Location ref: Rayleigh, Essex

Full Job Description

Joining a CVS Vets-owned practice is more than just starting a job-it's the beginning of a rewarding career with one of the UK's leading veterinary groups. Our mission is simple yet meaningful: to provide the best possible care for animals, and this dedication guides everything we do. With a network of over 500 practices and more than 8,000 devoted professionals, you'll become part of a supportive community focused on one goal: putting pets first. It's in our nature - to care, to support, to learn and to progress. That's what sets us apart at CVS Vets. About the role: The Patient Care Assistant position is crucial in any veterinary practice. You'll support our skilled RVN's and Vets in providing exceptional care to our animal patients. Your responsibilities will include:

  • Providing nursing care to our patients
  • Assisting Vets and Nurses with animal restraint
  • Walking, feeding, and cleaning patients
  • Preparing emergency and operating facilities
  • Performing general cleaning and maintenance
  • Running internal lab samples
  • Answering emergency calls
  • Supporting the reception team when needed, including booking appointments and processing payments

    Skilled in customer service and public interaction
  • Resilience and the ability to handle emotional situations with kindness and professionalism
  • Strong communication skills paired with genuine empathy
  • Experienced in animal welfare, including feeding, cleaning, and handling - this is essential!
  • Resilient and capable of handling emotional situations
  • Positive and a team player
  • Preferably have experience in a veterinary environment

    We understand that benefits matter. Here are just a few of the perks you'll enjoy:
  • Salary aligned with the National Minimum Wage
  • Five weeks' annual leave (pro rata) per annum, plus bank holidays
  • Staff discount scheme on Veterinary bills and care
  • Staff discount on Animed Direct, our online dispensary, where you can benefit from discounts on pet medicines, products and food
  • Employee Assistance Programme for confidential wellbeing support
  • And lots more, as part of our commitment to help you feel recognised, supported and appreciated!

Direct job link

https://www.jobs24.co.uk/job/veterinary-care-assistant-127391256
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