At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide exceptional care to pets and support veterinary procedures in a busy hospital.
- Company: Join Medivet, a modern veterinary hospital dedicated to high-quality animal care.
- Benefits: Enjoy health plans, life assurance, generous leave, and discounts on services.
- Other info: Exciting opportunity for growth in a dynamic environment.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in animal welfare while working with a supportive team.
- Qualifications: Passion for animal care and ability to work efficiently in a team.
The predicted salary is between 20000 - 25000 £ per year.
Overview
We are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Veterinary Care Assistant to join our friendly and experienced team, supporting our busy hospital services at Woodstock and North Oxford.
Medivet 24 Hour Woodstock is a modern, well‑equipped veterinary hospital and the central hub of the Oxford region.
We are committed to providing high‑quality, honest veterinary care to pets day and night.
Located on the edge of the beautiful Cotswolds, Woodstock offers excellent access to Oxford city centre.
Our recently refurbished hospital features advanced facilities including a CT scanner, digital radiography, and dedicated inpatient and emergency care areas.
This role offers an exciting opportunity to become a valued member of a supportive and collaborative team.
- What You’ll Be Doing
- Deliver exceptional care to clients, supporting surgeries and procedures, complying with all regulatory, practice and operational standards
- Deliver patient monitoring and care to pets, including walking, toileting and feeding
- Work collaboratively within a supportive team
Key Responsibilities
- Support the nursing and veterinary teams in the day‑to‑day running of the hospital and practice.
- Assist with patient handling and caring for inpatients, maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene.
- Prepare equipment and assist with procedures, emergency presentations and critical care cases.
Requirements
- Genuine passion for animal care and welfare.
- Enjoy working as part of a team and supporting colleagues.
- Proactive, organised and able to work efficiently in a busy environment.
- Demonstrates compassion towards patients and excellent customer service towards clients.
- Eager to learn and develop within a hospital setting.
- Reliable as a key member of the weekend and weekday teams.
- Working Hours
- Two 10‑hour shifts every weekend (Saturday and Sunday).
- Two additional shifts during the week, based at either Woodstock 24‑Hour Hospital or North Oxford Practice.
- Pro rota Bank Holidays.
Benefits
- Health Cash Plan from day one.
- 24/7 counselling and wellbeing support.
- Life Assurance 3 × salary.
- 5 weeks’ annual leave plus Bank Holidays, rising with length of service.
- Extra “Day for You”, a paid day off just for you.
- Cycle to Work.
- Season Ticket loans.
- Discounts on Medivet products and services.
- Legal Statement
This role is not suitable for young workers in line with Health and Safety Executive (government) direction due to the expected duties of the role.
Therefore, you will be asked to confirm that you are over the age of 18 as part of the application process.
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