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Job Post Details

Veterinary Care Assistant - Full Time - job post

Elizavet
London
£27,000 a year - Permanent, Part-time
Responded to 75% or more applications in the past 30 days, typically within 1 day.

Job details

Pay

  • £27,000 a year

Job type

  • Part-time
  • Permanent

Location

London

Benefits

Pulled from the full job description

  • Annual leave
  • Employee discount
  • Company pension

Full job description

We are seeking a proactive and compassionate Full-Time Veterinary Care Assistant (VCA) to join our supportive team at Elizavet. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual looking to develop their career in veterinary care, working closely with our experienced veterinary surgeons and nurses in a dynamic and rewarding environment.

This role is particularly suited to someone at an early stage in their career who is keen to expand their clinical skills. We are committed to supporting your professional development and will actively assist you in working towards qualification such as a Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN).

As an independent practice, Elizavet offers a friendly, collaborative working environment with exciting opportunities for growth as the clinic continues to expand. We pride ourselves on delivering the highest standards of care to our patients and exceptional service to our clients, and we are recognised for being a professional, attentive, and efficient practice.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Maintain high standards of cleanliness and organisation across clinical and non-clinical areas
  • Assist with laboratory procedures, including sample preparation, processing, and dispatch to external laboratories
  • Support pharmacy stock control, including receiving deliveries, stock rotation, and inventory organisation
  • Monitor, record, and provide supportive care to patients under the guidance of the Veterinary Surgeon and Registered Veterinary Nurse
  • Provide occasional reception support, including processing payments, booking appointments, and communicating with clients
  • Participate in patient care outside of standard hours, including occasional overnight shifts when required

Benefits:

  • Competitive annual salary of £25,500 – £27,000 pro rata (based on a 40-hour week)
  • Company pension scheme
  • 33% staff discount on pet care products and services
  • 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays
  • 1 Saturday shift every 3 weeks
  • Opportunity for involvement in occasional overnight care as part of the role

Requirements:

  • At least one year prior experience as a veterinary care assistant or similar
  • Reliable commuting distance to the clinic
  • Right to Work in the United Kingdom
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced hospital environment

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: £27,000.00 per year

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

  • Employee discount

Application question(s):

  • Do you have a passion for working with animals?

Work authorisation:

  • United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person

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