Veterinary Practice Assistant

Role Overview & Responsibilities

This is a new post, so initially as fixed term, but may be extended to a permanent position.

We are looking for someone who is self motivated and happy to work in a small team. Previous experience of working in the veterinary industry would be useful, but not essential.

This would involve a wide range of tasks.

Taking care of, feeding and walking animals after surgery or whilst hospitalised.

Assisting the vet or nurses & hold animals during examination if needed.

General cleaning duties – hoovering, mopping, cleaning kennels, cleaning up after surgery to include theatre, surgical kits and re packing kits ready for the next operations.

Laundry - Washing and stacking clean bedding

Answering the telephone and making appointments.

Unpacking the orders: Stocking shelves and stock rotation.

Recycling duties

Laboratory work.

Reception work /admin duties

Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 12 months

Salary: From £10.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• On-site parking

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime
• Weekend availability

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus scheme

Work Location: One location

Application deadline: 28/02/2023
Reference ID: VPA28.2.23
Expected start date: 13/03/2023