Job Description

We're looking for an experienced and confident Veterinary Patient Care Assistant (PCA) to join our friendly, supportive team on a maternity cover basis.

This is a hands-on role for someone who genuinely enjoys patient care, likes being part of a close-knit team, and is happy to muck in wherever needed. Previous veterinary practice experience is essential for this role.

About the role

You'll be involved in the day to day running of the practice, supporting our vets and nurses and helping ensure our patients receive the best possible care. Your duties will include:

Assisting vets and nurses during procedures Caring for in-patients and monitoring their comfort and wellbeing Preparing, cleaning and maintaining surgical equipment Maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene throughout the practice Supporting reception duties, including answering phones, emails and client queries Using the practice computer systems confidently
You'll need to be able to work independently, but also enjoy being part of a small, collaborative team.

Hours of work

Your expected hours of work are Tuesday to Friday, working either 8:30am-6:30pm or 9:00am-7:00pm on a rotating basis, with one in four Saturday mornings.

About us

We're a happy, independent small animal veterinary practice based in Bexhill-on-Sea. We started during lockdown as a mobile service and have since grown into a modern, well-equipped, purpose-built surgery, proudly supported by our local community.

We're incredibly proud of the team we've built, a kind, capable group of nurses and care assistants who we work closely with excellent visiting specialists. We believe in investing in our people and facilities, and we encourage team members to follow their interests and passions where possible.

Our practice is modern and well equipped, with a full IDEXX in-house laboratory, a dedicated dental suite, digital X-ray and ultrasound facilities, along with a range of other equipment that allows us to provide high-quality, up to date veterinary care and support the team in their day to day work.

Our values

Our focus is simple: excellent patient care and great client service.
As an independent practice, we don't work to sales targets or push care plans, just honest, compassionate, high-quality veterinary care, with the patient always coming first.

Location & lifestyle

We're conveniently located just a short walk from Bexhill train station, right by the seafront. We also believe in looking after our team, which is why we offer a paid day off for your birthday (after one year of service), access to a health and wellbeing programme, a mental health support app, and a free gym membership to help you stay active and feel your best, both inside and outside of work.

Interested?

Have a look at our website or Facebook page to get a feel for who we are. We'd be more than happy to offer an informal chat, answer any questions, or show you around the practice.

Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract

Pay: From 13.00 per hour

Expected hours: 38.87 per week

Benefits:

Company pension Employee discount Health & wellbeing programme
Experience:

Veterinary: 1 year (required)
Work Location: In person