Vet care assistant
75 Days Old
Must have Vca experience
Veterinary Care Assistant (VCA)
Busy Small‑Animal Practice – Manchester
Position:
Full‑Time VCA (4 days/week + 1 in 4 Saturdays)
Location:
Manchester (easily accessible by public transport)
About Us
We are a high‐volume, small‑animal practice located in the heart of Manchester, committed to compassionate, gold‐standard care. Our team‑oriented culture and state‑of‑the‑art facilities ensure both pets and their owners receive outstanding service from arrival to discharge.
Hours & Pattern
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Regular Hours: 4 days per week (Monday–Friday)
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Weekend Cover: One Saturday in every four (rotating rota)
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Typical Shift: 8:30 am–6:00 pm (with 1‑hour unpaid break)
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Flexibility: Occasional late finishes or early starts by mutual agreement
Key Responsibilities
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Clinical Support:
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Prepare and restrain patients for examinations, diagnostics, and treatments
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Monitor, record and report vital signs during anesthesia and recovery
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Administer medications and sub‑cut injections under direction of RVN/veterinarian
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Facility & Equipment Maintenance:
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Clean, sterilize, and maintain surgical and diagnostic equipment
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Ensure kennels, wards, and trea...
- Location:
- Newton Heath
- Salary:
- £23,000 - £26,000 /annum
- Category:
- Healthcare & Pharma