What are the responsibilities and job description for the Animal Care Assistant position at Ocean Reef Community Association?
As Animal Care Assistant, this individual is responsible for caring for ORCATs at the Grayvik Animal Center and throughout the Ocean Reef Community, as well as assisting the veterinarian, technicians, and other staff as needed. This position requires weekend work.
SPECIFIC DUTIES (INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO)
- Will set traps as directed.
- Keep feeding station bowls organized and clean.
- Ensures that daily feeding routes are accomplished.
- Provides husbandry care for each animal in the center.
- Monitors the health of all animals under their care.
- Provides food and water.
- Disinfects and sanitizes all areas.
- Prepares laboratory samples.
- Administers medications, as directed.
- Assist the veterinarian, technician and co-workers as needed.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Ability to interact with clients in a knowledgeable and professional manner.
- Comfortable working with patients of all sizes and temperaments.
- Ability to read, write, and speak English and to communicate effectively.
- Strong organizational and analytical skills.
- Ability to organize tasks, multitask and meet deadlines.
- Ability to work independently and demonstrate initiative as well as accept direction on given assignments.
- Ability to work with others in a collaborative manner.
- Ability to identify, analyze and solve problems effectively.
- Ability to restrain most patients up to 40lbs without assistance.
- Comfortable working with technology and able to quickly learn new software and diagnostic tools. Proficient in the use of Word, Excel and Outlook as a minimum.
- Ability to bend, stoop or kneel.
- Ability to sit or stand for up to 3 hours without a break.
- Ability to lift objects up to 40lbs without assistance.
- Ability to see, read, hear, to speak calmly and clearly in the face of various types of pressure, not allowing emotions to overwhelm attitude and/or performance.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Education: High school diploma or equivalent is required.
Experience: One (1) year experience preferred but not required.
Licenses, Certificates, or Other: None
Any combination of the above education and experience sufficient to perform the essential duties for the position will be considered.
The deadline to apply is February 28, 2025.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $15.60 per hour
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Weekends as needed
Work Location: In person
Salary : $16