Join Our Team
We are always on the lookout for great people to join our team. If you can see yourself as part of our team, please drop us a line (01869 252077) to have an informal chat or send us your CV with a covering letter (contact@bicestervets.co.uk).
We may not have a certain position currently advertised but it’s always good to talk to interested professionals.
At Bicester Vets, we support diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and walks of life, recruiting solely on the merits related to the job they are applying for and in alignment with the agreed core values of the practice team.
We believe that a diverse team fosters innovation and growth. Please see vacancies below.
Full Time Animal Care Assistant
Bicester Vets are looking for a full time Animal Care Assistant to join our friendly and supportive team. Animal Care Assistants work in a close-knit unit to support the entire veterinary team and help build the foundations of the day-to-day running of the practice.
Job Description
Tasks will include:
· Maintaining cleanliness standards including infection control
· Cleaning, packing and preparing surgical equipment for use
· Setting up the operating theatre and opening sterile equipment for laparoscopic and orthopaedic surgeries
· Assisting vets and nurses with animal handling and restraint
· Running samples in the in-house laboratory
· Assisting with stock control and rotation
· Supervising work experience students
The right applicant should be passionate about caring for animals in the veterinary environment, with a desire to progress onto veterinary nursing in the future.
Hours of work involve alternating weeks of 8am-4pm, 10am-6pm and 2pm-10pm, plus every third Saturday 8am-2pm.
You will require:
· 5 GCSEs at Grade 4 (C) or above to include English Language, Maths and Science.
· A further qualification, such as A levels or NVQ/Diploma Level 3.
· Previous animal handling experience is preferred.
If you are interested in applying, please send your CV to Louise@bicestervets.co.uk. Please include a covering letter stating why you are the ideal candidate for the jo
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