Job Description

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Anderson Moores Veterinary Specialists are excited to announce we are recruiting for a driven and enthusiastic Rotating Patient Care Assistant. In this role, as a Rotating PCA you will have the opportunity to develop and grow your skills in a supportive and friendly referral veterinary hospital. Here at AMVS we continue to support our associates with continuous development programs and we champion internal career progression opportunities.


This is a permanent full-time position working 40h per week with participation in the on call rota.


As a Rotating PCA you will be exposed to a variety of elements rotating through theatre and wards.

Assist with patient handling and restraint. Ensuring that all handling and restraint is carried out in a 'patient friendly' approach to ensure no unnecessary stress or discomfort to the patient. Prepare and maintain patient accommodation considering the condition and welfare of the patient, environmental enrichment and additional supporting aids as necessary. Cleaning and disinfection of patient accommodation and all necessary areas of the practice. In-patient care to include exercising, feeding, and grooming of hospitalized patients. Cleaning, packaging and sterilization of sterile supplies. Assist the Veterinary Surgeons, Registered and Student Veterinary Nurses, Reception staff and any other team member who requires support, where and when required. Attend and contribute to practice meetings and events.

We are looking for a passionate individual who will strive to maintain the highest clinical and professional standards. You will be working in a fast paced team that requires a great eye for detail, patient care and time management.


This is a hands on role, and although experience working with animals is beneficial, it is not essential as formal training will be provided.

We offer:

5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays and Birthday Leave Career progression opportunities Staff discount schemes Reimbursement of Pet Insurance fees Life Assurance Group Pension scheme 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

Since 2006, we've been one of the country's leading veterinary specialist referral hospitals, with vets and their teams caring for small animals every day. Our dedicated vets, nurses and nursing assistants, supported by the client care team are committed to providing the highest quality surgical and medical care for pets. Many of our clinicians are nationally or internationally recognised specialists in their field and bring unique experiences to care for pets.



We have comprehensive and established clinical and non-clinical programmes for training, development and CPD.


You can find us in Hampshire, just south of Winchester, close to the M3 and national and international transport links. We are in a serene countryside setting with state-of-the-art facilities and are available to look after pets 24 hours a day, seven days a week.


Our vision is to be the south of England's multidisciplinary veterinary referral hospital of choice, where referring vets, clients and their pets receive the best possible care.

Anderson Moores Veterinary Specialists

is part of Linnaeus and Mars Veterinary Health, 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.



For all informal enquires, please contact Sofia Thackray at sofia.thackray@linnaeusgroup.co.uk


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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