Veterinary Laboratory Technician

About the Role

Rowe Veterinary Hospital is seeking a Laboratory Technician to join its dedicated lab team, working part-time across 34 hours per week (4–5 days, flexible to suit school hours for the right candidate). You’ll support the running of a fully equipped in-house laboratory, working alongside another lab technician and supported by the clinical team. The role involves handling and processing samples from the hospital’s first opinion branches, hospital department, and referral services. Full training will be provided, with genuine encouragement for ongoing learning and CPD.

Based in Bradley Stoke, South West, you’ll be part of a small, passionate team committed to delivering exceptional client and animal care across a supportive hospital environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare samples and reagents according to established laboratory protocols
• Conduct routine laboratory tests and microscope work
• Operate, clean, and maintain laboratory equipment
• Perform quality assurance checks on laboratory processes
• Accurately record results and maintain comprehensive laboratory documentation
• Support the processing of samples from first opinion, hospital, and referral departments

Requirements

• Previous laboratory experience preferred (academic, clinical, or industrial)
• Experience with cytology is advantageous but not essential
• Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills
• Ability to follow established protocols and work safely
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Comfortable working both independently and as part of a team

Benefits

• Competitive salary up to £30,000 depending on experience
• 6.6 weeks annual leave plus additional leave on your birthday
• Enhanced family-friendly policies including maternity, paternity, adoption, shared parental, and surrogacy pay
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee wellbeing initiatives
• Non-accidental injury support
• Learning and development opportunities through the IVC Evidensia Academy
• Pawsome Benefits—reward gateway providing discounts and cashback with hundreds of retailers
• Pension scheme
• Discounted staff pet care
• Flexible working arrangements to suit school hours where possible

About the Practice

Rowe Veterinary Hospital is a modern veterinary facility treating dogs, cats, and small pets, with exotic-friendly services. The practice operates as a comprehensive first opinion and referral centre, supported by a fully equipped in-house laboratory and a small, dedicated clinical team focused on delivering high-standard patient and client care.

The hospital is part of IVC Evidensia, one of the UK’s leading independent veterinary groups, giving access to continued professional development, structured benefits, and a supportive organisational culture.