Animal Care Assistant
Frank. Pet Surgeons, Leeds, Leeds, Yorkshire & The Humber
Discipline: Clinical Support
Full Time
Up to £25,396.80 DOE per annum

SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE

The animal care assistant plays an important role in frank. Pet Surgeons. Our animal care team will offer exceptionally high standards of care to our patients whilst communicating effectively with all other members of the hospital team. We are looking for people who share our commitment to excellent patient and client care. People who demonstrate their commitment to providing top-class patient care and customer service through the care they deliver, a willingness to work hard and the pride they take in maintaining a clean, working hospital environment. We provide clinical services around the clock, 365 days of the year, so flexibility in working hours is essential. You will be a confident ACA with great communication, organisational skills and a passion for development. Previous experience required. Veterinary Care Assistant Level 2 Diploma is desirable but not essential.
In-house training and external CPD will also provide you with the knowledge and skills to carry out these duties.

• Supporting the hospital team to deliver Specialist surgical care to pets
• Maintain a clean and hygienic environment
• Assisting with in-patient care
• Maintain sterile supplies including cleaning, packaging and sterilising surgical instruments/implants
• Assisting in the operating theatre
• Assisting in animal handling
• Support to Registered Veterinary Nurses and Veterinary Surgeons
• Work as a member of a supportive team but also demonstrate the ability to use own initiative