Patient Care Assistant - Runcorn, United Kingdom - Northwest Veterinary Specialists
1 week ago
Description
Due to an increased case load we are looking to recruit an experienced Patient Care Assistant to join our friendly hospital team on a permanent fulltime basis.
Our brilliant team of talented nurses and PCAs work closely with our specialists, residents and interns in our mission to deliver the best small animal referral care in the North West.
We are a true multidisciplinary referral only hospital with departments in orthopaedic surgery, soft tissue surgery, neurology, internal medicine, oncology, anaesthesia and diagnostic imaging.
Salary:
from £20,500 Depending on experience
Hours: 40 hours per week
Duties & Responsibilities
- To assist the clinicians and nurses in preparing patients for all imaging procedures as necessary.
- To assist with moving patients within the department as necessary.
- To assist with setting up for procedures as required.
- To assist in maintaining the tidiness and cleanliness of the department.
- To help with the maintenance of stock levels in all rooms e.g. consumables etc.
- To collect and escort inpatients to and from the department.
- Contributing to the support and monitoring of patients
- Identifying and reporting any significant changes that might affect the patient's health and wellbeing to the appropriate person
Essential criteria
At least 12 months full time, in a caring role within a veterinary practice setting
Demonstrate clear and effective written and verbal communication skills
Demonstrate an ability to deliver care and, prioritise work under the supervision of others
Desirable criteria
Veterinary Care Assistants Qualification
Computer literate
Closing date:
Friday 13th January 2023
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