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.

Job Title:

Patient Care Assistant (Veterinary)

Salary:

25,646.40 per annum

Location:

Peak Vets, Sheffield

Job Type:

Full time, Fixed term contract

Hours:

40 hours a week - Shift work including some evenings, weekends and bank holidays. Opening hours are 8:00-21:00 Monday-Friday, 8.30-16:00 Saturday and 9:00-13:00 Sunday.

Are you passionate about animal care? Do you dream of a fulfilling career in the veterinary industry?

Here at Peak Vets we have a great team of vets, registered veterinary nurses, student veterinary nurses and receptionists who are all committed to animal health and welfare.


This is a demanding role and requires dedication, proactivity, flexibility, a strong work ethic and a strong belief in delivering the highest standard of patient care.

Roles and Responsibilities

Work alongside veterinary surgeons and veterinary nurses to provide vital care to patients Record and update information on patient records Clean, prepare and maintain patient accommodation Exercise, feed, and groom patients Handle and restrain patients for treatment Assist with preparing patients for procedures - clipping - removing food and water where required Administer topical and oral medication and administer subcutaneous injections Prepare theatre - cleaning and damp dusting - cleaning, packaging, and sterilising instruments - preparing materials, instruments, and equipment

Required Experience

Previous experience of working with animals (Highly Desirable) Qualification in animal care (Desirable)

Benefits

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

About Us

We are a RCVS accredited, small animal veterinary hospital based in Sheffield, South Yorkshire, on the doorstep of the magnificent Peak District.


We aim to provide high quality but affordable veterinary care from our team of experienced vets, several of whom have or are studying for RCVS certificates in surgery, medicine, ophthalmology, dermatology, and imaging.


The vets are ably supported by a group of exceptional, caring nurses and support staff. Peak are renowned for our friendly welcome and team spirit.


To apply, please complete the quick application form below. Alternatively, for more information, please contact

Sofia sofia.thackray@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