Rotating Patient Care Assistant

at  Anderson Moores Veterinary Specialists AMVS Hampshire

If you are a current Linnaeus Associate, you will need to apply internally. In order to do this, please contact our Talent Acquisition team (details can be found via The Link) and someone will be in touch to discuss and progress your application.

YOUR ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

As a Rotating PCA and critical part of the Nursing team, you will be exposed to a variety of elements relating to the preparation and care of our patients. This includes walking and feeding animals, sterilising surgical equipment, and assisting the nursing team in handling patients and preparing pets for surgery.
We are looking for a passionate individual who will strive to maintain the highest clinical and professional standards. You will be working in a fast-paced team that requires a great eye for detail and patient care.
This is a hands role, and although experience working with animals is beneficial, it is not essential as formal training will be provided.

THE RESPONSIBILITIES OF A ROTATING PCA INCLUDES, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

• Assisting the nursing team with setting up for induction of patients.
• Holding and preparing patients for surgical procedures; clipping, central lines, arterial catheters, epidurals, and nerve blocks.
• Working with the Theatre Technicians to assist in the cleaning and sterilising of surgical equipment.
• Walking and feeding patients.
• Ensuring all clinical areas are kept to a high level of cleanliness.

TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS ROLE, CANDIDATES MUST HAVE:

• Experience (desired) of working within a clinical and/or high-pressured environment, and/or experience of working with animals within a professional or personal capacity.
• Ability to work under pressure and stay calm.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to deal with client information in a confidential manner.
• Good time management skills
• Working within a busy team and can work on own initiative.
• Methodical approach to working.
• Passion for the welfare of animals.
  We are proud to be Linnaeus, part of Mars. Linnaeus is a forward-thinking group of highly respected primary care and specialist referral practices in the UK and Ireland. Being family owned and part of Mars Veterinary Health, the largest veterinary company in the world, allows us to focus on advancing the veterinary profession to provide industry-leading pet care and unique career opportunities for our people. Why Linnaeus? - We pride ourselves in offering high-quality excellence of service and clinical care for our clients and their pets - We lead on sustainability and collectively drive positive change for people, pets and the planet - We prioritise your mental health and wellbeing – valuing equity, diversity and inclusion - We support your personal and professional development with best-in-class career frameworks and training programmes. We will empower and support you to grow your career from day one. We team up within our Mars family in partnership for a stronger future. Linnaeus is an equal-opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. We treat each other fairly and equitably and we are committed to fostering a culture that is inclusive and diverse for all our Associates. At Linnaeus, A BETTER WORLD FOR PETS starts with a better world for our people. If you would like to apply for this role, please click the Apply Button or for more information, please feel free to reach out directly to our Talent Acquisition team at careers@linnaeusgroup.co.u