About this role
Chipping Norton Vets are excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for an Animal Nursing Assistant to join their dedicated small animal team at Begbroke Veterinary Surgery, conveniently located between Woodstock and North Oxford.
The role will involve a variety of responsibilities, including but not limited to the following tasks: assisting the nursing team with the setup of surgical procedures, providing support by holding patients for the veterinarians and nurses, cleaning and maintaining clinical areas, organizing and putting away supplies, as well as restocking and managing the cleaning and packaging of sterile equipment and theatre attire.
More about our fantastic hospital and team
Begbroke Veterinary Surgery opened in January 2020 and is a new division of Chipping Norton Veterinary Hospital, providing consultations and routine diagnostics and surgery. We have a highly motivated, friendly team who are looking to welcome someone who can offer valuable support to our excellent services.
The perfect fit
A dedicated individual who is hardworking, dependable, and proactive, with a positive, solution-focused attitude.
Excellent organisational skills and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
A people-oriented person with strong client service abilities and a genuine passion for working with animals.
Your shift pattern
You will work 40 hours per week Monday-Friday, with shifts ranging between the hours of 9am and 6pm. You may also be required to work overtime on Saturdays between 9 am - 1 pm.
In addition to a competitive salary, you will benefit from:
6.6 weeks annual leave
Additional annual leave for your birthday which will be added to your holiday allowance
Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/ paternity/ adoption/ shared parental and surrogacy pay
Cycle to work scheme
Initiatives focused on employee wellbeing
Non-accidental injury support
Learning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia Academy
Pawsome Benefits - reward gateway giving discounts and cashback with 100's of retailers
Pension scheme
*Discounted staff pet care
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What you'll do
- The Animal Nursing Assistant will assist the nursing team with surgical procedures, support veterinarians and nurses by holding patients, and maintain clinical areas. Additional tasks include organizing supplies and managing sterile equipment.
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