Patient Care Assistant

Job description

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Are you passionate about making pets a priority? So are we!

We are seeking an enthusiastic individual with a passion for animals to join us as a Veterinary Patient Care Assistant at our Goudhurst Veterinary Practice.21822

Are you passionate about making pets a priority? So are we!

We are seeking an enthusiastic individual with a passion for animals to join us as a Veterinary Patient Care Assistant at our Goudhurst Veterinary Practice.

You'll be joining us on a full time, permanent basis working 40 hours per week.

Take a look at the practice; Goudhurst Vets, Cranbrook | The Vet Collection

About CVS

CVS Group plc is one of the largest integrated veterinary services providers in the UK encompassing four main business areas; our veterinary practices, diagnostic laboratories, pet crematoria and e-commerce division.

Our success is derived from the passion our people have for animals and for making pets a priority, it's what is at the heart of our work, every day.

Take a look at our short film to recognise the remarkable work that our Vets, Nurses, Care Assistants and Receptionists do on the front line every day in the UK: CVS Ode to Veterinary Professionals

About The Role

The Patient Care Assistant role is one of the foundations of an outstanding veterinary practice, and as a PCA you will be involved in supporting our team of qualified RVNs and Vets to provide outstanding care to our patients.

Some Of The Duties Will Include

Nursing care to patientsAssisting Vets and Nurses in restraining animals for treatmentCleaning, walking, and feeding of patientsPreparation of emergency and operating facilitiesGeneral cleaning and maintenance dutiesRunning internal lab samplesAnswering emergency callsCovering the receptionist desk, including answering queries, booking appointments and taking payments

What we're looking for in our Veterinary Patient Care Assistant:

An excellent communicator with strong empathyExcellent customer service skills and experience in dealing with members of the publicExperience in animal welfare, including feeding, cleaning, medicating and handling and a high level of understanding of how to meet the welfare needs of animalsResilient with the ability to cope with potentially distressing and emotional situationsA positive attitude and excellent teamwork skills

Experience in looking after animals in a veterinary environment would be desirable.

What We Can Offer You

We know that benefits are key and that your personal benefits priorities will differ from others, so please see some of what we offer below:

Salary will be in line with the National Minimum WageGenerous annual leave entitlement of 5 weeks per year plus Bank HolidaysStaff discount scheme on Veterinary bills and productsA range of health benefits including private healthcareEmployee Assistance Programme and access to over 400 Mental Health First-Aidersand more!

Or, if easier, you can find a full list by clicking the link here: CVS Employee Benefits

Unfortunately, we are unable to accept and progress applications from candidates without the Right to Work in the UK as we cannot provide visa sponsorship, due to our clinical support roles not meeting the criteria set out by the Home Office to be eligible.

CVS is committed to being a fully inclusive place to work where all our colleagues are encouraged and supported to be themselves, where difference is celebrated and where everyone feels able to deliver their best. We are also determined to build a workforce that is more representative of our diverse communities and the people we provide our services to.

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Royal Tunbridge Wells

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

31-03-2026

Profession type

Home Care Jobs

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English