What are the responsibilities and job description for the Animal Care Technician position at Rescued Pets Movement?
- Cleans and disinfects kennels, suites, cages, equipment, runs and other areas of the facility. Checks and maintains supply levels; makes simple observations regarding sickness and/or injury.
- Humanely handles and kennels all animals and identifies shelter animals with appropriate tags or bands before kenneling. This includes animals which may be ill, injured, quarantined, or aggressive.
- Provides food, water and proper care for all shelter animals by adhering to schedules and protocols within departmental policy.
- Monitors all animals, including those that may be isolated or quarantined, for signs of illness or unusual behavior; makes notations and reports problems regarding health and behavior of animals to the appropriate supervisor or medical staff member.
- May assist management, the veterinary staff and other individuals in animal care, surgery or related procedures.
- Shall perform other duties as assigned.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $12.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Holidays
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- Animal husbandry: 1 year (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $12