Veterinary Care Assistant - Essex

Location Essex
Discipline: Veterinary Nurse
Salary: £neg on experience
Contact name: Emma McGee

Contact email: emma@vettedrecruitment.co.uk
Job ref: 1915
Published: 23 days ago

Are you passionate about animal care and looking for a rewarding role that offers both variety and growth? This Veterinary Care Assistant (VCA) position is perfect for individuals who thrive in dynamic environments and are eager to make a difference in the lives of animals and their owners. This full-time role, consisting of either four longer days per week or five 8-hour shifts, also includes working one Saturday in every four, ensuring a balanced work-life schedule.

The role is diverse and engaging, encompassing a high level of client care, including reception duties, maintaining the cleanliness and upkeep of the practice and its equipment, and hands-on patient care. Flexibility is key, as the role may require working across different branches within a commutable distance, including hospital sites. This position is ideal for those who can adapt to the physical and emotional demands of the veterinary profession and thrive in a high-pressure, unpredictable environment.

Key duties and responsibilities:
- Provide exceptional client care, including reception duties.
- Maintain cleanliness and upkeep of the practice and its equipment.
- Deliver hands-on patient care.
- Work across different branches within a commutable distance, including hospital sites.

Skills and experience:
- Previous experience in a veterinary or animal care environment.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work in a high-pressure, unpredictable environment.
- Flexibility to work across different locations.
- Compassionate and dedicated to animal welfare.

Joining this team means working alongside experienced and compassionate colleagues who are committed to investing time and training into the development of future registered nurses. The role offers a comprehensive benefits package, including 6.6 weeks of annual leave (including bank holidays), paid 30-minute lunch breaks, generous colleague discounts, and the opportunity to join a private medical healthcare scheme at a reduced rate, plus medical cashback incentives.

If you are ready to take the next step in your veterinary career and make a meaningful impact, apply now to join a team that values your dedication and passion for animal care.

For more information or to apply contact Emma McGee on:
Phone: 07444223408
Email: emma@vettedrecruitment.co.uk

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