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.
Are you passionate about animal welfare and enjoy providing excellent care to both patients and their owners? We're looking for a dedicated and compassionate Patient Care Assistant (PCA) to join our friendly team at our mixed veterinary practice in St Boswells.

About the Role

This is a full-time position offering a rewarding mix of patient care and client care responsibilities. You'll work closely with our veterinary surgeons and nurses to ensure that every animal in our care receives the highest standard of attention and comfort.


Your duties will include:

Assisting vets and nurses with patient handling and preparation for procedures Providing care and monitoring for hospitalised and recovering patients Supporting the team in maintaining clean, safe, and well-organised clinical areas Ensuring animals are comfortable, fed, and exercised as needed Communicating compassionately with clients about their pets' care and wellbeing

About You

We're looking for someone who:

Has a genuine love for animals and an interest in veterinary care Works well in a team and is confident handling a variety of species Is organised, reliable, and able to multitask in a busy clinical environment Communicates clearly and kindly with clients and colleagues Has previous animal care experience (desirable but not essential - full training provided)

What We Offer

A friendly, supportive, and experienced team environment Full training and opportunities for career progression Competitive salary dependent on experience Staff pet discounts and other benefits Beautiful rural location in the heart of the Scottish Borders

If you're caring, motivated, and eager to play an important role in our patients' wellbeing, we'd love to hear from you!


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