Medivet & Partners
Float Veterinary Veterinary Care Assistant
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Veterinary Care Assistant (VCA) – Job Description
About the Role
As a Veterinary Care Assistant (VCA), you will support the nurse and veterinary team in providing in-patient care and pet-related procedures, while delivering exceptional service to clients, patients, and colleagues.
The role will involve working flexibly across our Billinge and Newton le Willow sites, as well as covering some weekend shifts at our 24-hour hospital.
Why Work With Us?
Your career here goes beyond just a job or a rota—we invest in your growth and well-being. We offer:
Health and Wellbeing
- Health Cash Plan from day one
- 24/7 counselling and wellbeing support
- Life Assurance (3× salary)
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Annual Leave
- 5 weeks’ annual leave plus Bank Holidays (increasing with length of service)
- An extra ‘Day for You’, a paid day off for you to use as you wish
Additional Support
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Season Ticket Loans
- Discounts on Medivet products and services
About You
- You would love to work in a pet-focused role, providing exceptional client care with a passion for animal welfare.
- You’re a collaborative team player, eager to make a meaningful difference at a practice that values growth, flexibility, and support.
- You excel under pressure, thrive when prioritising tasks, and are willing to learn new skills.
- You’ll be required to confirm you’re over the age of 18 as part of the application process (in line with HSE guidance).
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Key Responsibilities
In this role, you’ll typically be responsible for:
- Delivering exceptional client care, including surgery and procedural support, while adhering to regulatory, practice, and operational standards.
- Providing patient monitoring and husbandry for pets:
- Walking, toileting, and feeding where required.
- Working within a dynamically supportive team to enhance patient and client experiences.
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