Neurology and Surgery Ward Patient Care Assistant

Queen Mother Hospital

We have an exciting opportunity to join our team of Patient Care Assistants working alongside our Neurology and Surgery ward nursing teams. The successful candidate will be integral to our dynamic and dedicated team of vets, nurses and students who have a passion for patient care.

The post would suit a friendly team player who is hardworking, caring, and enthusiastic. Previous experience in an animal care environment is essential. The role will involve maintaining infection control standards, patient handling, walking, grooming and feeding. In addition to this, you will have the opportunity to be assist in our hydrotherapy service.

This is a full-time position working 35 hours per week with a mixture of shifts and 1:4 weekends.

Full training and ongoing support will be provided.

We offer a generous reward and benefits package including:

• Competitive and attractive pension package
• Generous 30 days annual leave (plus bank holidays and concessionary days)
• Access to free in-house CPD
• On site café and restaurant
• Free membership to the Fitness and Wellbeing Centre located on site (gym, badminton, climbing wall, zumba, yoga and pilates classes included)
• Cycle to work scheme
• Free mini-bus service to and from Potters Bar station and Hawkshead Campus
• A range of family friendly policies, including adoption, maternity and paternity pay and leave