Job Description

If you are a current Linnaeus Associate, you will need to apply internally. In order to do this, please contact our Talent Acquisition team (details can be found via The Link) and someone will be in touch to discuss and progress your application.
Wear referrals have an exciting opportunity as they are recruiting for a motivated and experienced Patient Care Assistant to join their day team! In this role you will have the opportunity to develop and enhance your skills working in a referral hospital.


Patient Care Assistant's are an essential part of the hospital team. Working alongside the clinical team, the ideal candidate will have a good background in animal handling, with previous veterinary care experience preferred.


High standards of patient care and premises management need to be maintained at all times, and the PCAs are key to achieving this.


The right candidate will want to ensure the highest standard of care is provided for our patients and clients. The role is varied, but includes:

Rotate through all areas of the hospital, including wards, ICU, prep and theatre Support with diagnostics including laboratory work Giving oral medication under supervision Completing paperwork to ensure accurate monitoring of all in-patient care Appropriate husbandry and care of patients, as directed Deep Cleaning kennels, the hospital and other areas Operating the laundry equipment Supporting the Clinical and Reception team Supporting nurse team as required

Benefits

5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays Birthday Leave Staff discount schemes Life Assurance Enhanced sickness pay Enhanced equal family leave Recruitment referral reward scheme Employer contribution pension scheme Wellness program including: + Employee assistance program
+ Eyecare voucher scheme
+ Free annual Flu jab
+ Cycle to work scheme


This is a 12 month fixed term position, with view to continue on a permanent position for the right candidate.


The position is full time, 40 hours per week over 5 days a week plus 2 weekends out of 6 and 2 bank holidays per year.


Working between hours of 7.30am and 7.30pm, no night work.


At Linnaeus, we are committed to supporting the physical and mental health of all our Associates. We have an experienced team of Mental Health First Aiders (MHFA) across our practices and central support office in addition to a confidential Employee Assistance Programme which is available for everyone.

Wear Referrals

is part of Linnaeus and Mars Veterinary Health Europe, the largest family-owned veterinary company in the world. Being privately owned, we can truly be driven by our purpose, to create a better world, and think long-term as opposed to being focused solely on short-term profits.



At Linnaeus, A BETTER WORLD FOR PETS starts with a better world for our people. Our Associates are over 6000 strong and empowered to speak up, step up and deliver quality services. You'll have access to a huge network of specialists, worldwide development opportunities and an easily accessible, comprehensive wellbeing package that prioritises your physical and mental health, allowing you to focus on what you do best - care for pets.



We are committed to fostering a culture that is inclusive and diverse, we care about you and want you to be authentic, with everything you need to perform at your best. We are all individual but two important things bring us together: a commitment to excellence and our passion to achieve our purpose.



All applications with the relevant skills and qualifications will be carefully considered. If you need any support in completing your application or simply want to find out more about Wear Referrals, Linnaeus or the role please contact our Talent Acquisition team at careers@linnaeusgroup.co.uk.


We are proud to be Linnaeus, part of Mars. Linnaeus is a forward-thinking group of highly respected primary care and specialist referral practices in the UK and Ireland. Being family owned and part of Mars Veterinary Health, the largest veterinary company in the world, allows us to focus on advancing the veterinary profession to provide industry-leading pet care and unique career opportunities for our people. Why Linnaeus? - We pride ourselves in offering high-quality excellence of service and clinical care for our clients and their pets - We lead on sustainability and collectively drive positive change for people, pets and the planet - We prioritise your mental health and wellbeing - valuing equity, diversity and inclusion - We support your personal and professional development with best-in-class career frameworks and training programmes. We will empower and support you to grow your career from day one. We team up within our Mars family in partnership for a stronger future. Linnaeus is an equal-opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. We treat each other fairly and equitably and we are committed to fostering a culture that is inclusive and diverse for all our Associates. At Linnaeus, A BETTER WORLD FOR PETS starts with a better world for our people. If you would like to apply for this role, please click the Apply Button or for more information, please feel free to reach out directly to our Talent Acquisition team at careers@linnaeusgroup.co.uk