Theatre Technician

Bristol Vet Specialists is a multidisciplinary referral centre based in Central Park in Avonmouth, Bristol. Covering over 30,000 square feet, it is custom built with uniquely designed facilities and the latest cutting‑edge equipment.

With specialists in all disciplines able to treat anything and everything under one roof, the hospital will act as a flagship hub for small animal pet owners in the Southwest and Wales. Our excellent location is easily accessible from major motorways – M5, M4, M49.

We are looking for a Veterinary Theatre Technician / Patient Care Assistant to work in our state‑of‑the‑art theatres. The successful candidate will help prepare patients for surgery, assist in theatres during operations and maintain the high‑end equipment needed. More responsibility is gained with time and experience, along with a competitive salary banding structure.

This role involves working within the surgery and theatre teams to open and collect specialist kit, assist with the clipping and preparation of animals prior to surgery, assist with the packaging and cleaning of specialist equipment, help with the turn‑around and preparation of theatre equipment, assist with the transportation of animals, and participate in emergency surgery out of hours.

• Up to 7 weeks annual leave plus Bank Holidays (or equivalent) with our buy/sell holiday scheme – allowing you to purchase an additional two weeks of annual leave.
• Workplace pension scheme
• Mental health first aiders – our people are at the heart of what we do and your health & wellbeing matters.
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave
• Cycle to work scheme, saving 25‑39% on a bike and accessories.
• Discounted pet treatments
• Employee assistance programme: 24/7, 365‑day helpline to support you and your immediate family when you need it most.
• Performance bonus scheme
• Access to the CVS save‑as‑you‑earn scheme (SAYE)

Unfortunately, we are unable to accept and progress applications from candidates without the right to work in the UK as we cannot provide visa sponsorship, due to our non‑clinical roles not meeting the criteria set out by the Home Office to be eligible.