Veterinary Prep-room Assistant Bedford
Job description
Avaliable Job Today Would you like to work with animals? Are you hardworking, reliable and conscientious?
We have an exciting opportunity for a Prep-room Assistant to join our excellent RCVS accredited hospital team, based in Bedford.
What is a prep room assistant?
At Scott Veterinary Clinic, our prep room assistants are key members of the clinical team, working alongside the vets and nurses to provide materials and supplies, to keep the work spaces hygienic and organised and to provide an extra pair of hands where needed! This position is varied and challenging, physically demanding and often fast paced. Its also incredibly rewarding!
The successful applicant must have a minimum of 5 GCSE’s Grade 4-9 (or equivalent), including Maths, English and Science. Previous work experience in animal care/veterinary practice is preferred but not essential. Training and supervision is provided by our experienced team. This position would suit someone looking to progress into Veterinary Nurse training.
You must be friendly and caring, able to work in a team and on your own, use your initiative and be proactive. Good communication skills are essential.
This is a full time, permanent position, working 40hrs per week over 5 days, Monday-Sunday (including some evenings). Starting salary is based on National Minimum Wage.
Some of your daily tasks will include:
· assisting the nursing team with maintaining general patient hygiene, wellbeing and providing enrichment for the animals in our care
· Distribution of supplies upon delivery, stocking up and stock rotation
· equipment maintenance
· sterilisation of surgical equipment
· washing, drying and storage of patient bedding, towels and scrubs
· kennel cleaning, disinfection and maintenance
· Assisting Vets and Nurses with patient examinations, securely toileting patients
· Maintenance of utility room
· Preparation and testing of routine lab samples
· Packaging, logging and posting of pathological samples – arranging delivery or collection where required
· Operation of Autoclaves
Employee benefits:
- 28 days annual leave including Bank Holidays (pro rata), company pension
- After successful completion of the 6 month probationary period – monthly contribution towards pet insurance & gym membership, annual allowance towards veterinary care, generous annual CPD allowance, 1 additional days holiday for every 2 full years of employment (up to a maximum of 5 days/33 days per annum).
- After 6 months you will also be invited to join BUPA Private Healthcare where after 5 years of continuous employment, the monthly subscription is paid for by the business.
To learn more about this opportunity and about us, please email our Practice Administrator Hannah Colborne. Please include your CV, cover letter and provide 2 professional references.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: Up to £10.42 per hour
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Gym membership
- Private medical insurance
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Bedford MK41 0DS: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Education:
- GCSE or equivalent (preferred)
Work Location: One location
Reference ID: PRASpring23
