What are the responsibilities and job description for the Animal Care Specialist / Kennel Assistant position at Riverview Animal Clinic?
For those that want to put their love of pets into action, there are few jobs that are more rewarding than an Animal Care Specialist! You will work closely with the veterinary professionals of Riverview Animal Clinic, which will allow you opportunities to advocate for the care of the animals that are in the clinic either in the hospital or in our boarding areas. In addition to the care, feeding and cleaning of the pets in our facility, you will have the access to a variety of education and development opportunities all while working in a professional, compassionate and team centered environment. The animal care specialist role is a key member of the hospital team who supports the mission of providing progressive patient care to all of our patients.
Riverview Animal Clinic is open Monday-Saturday with a rotating schedule through weekends and holidays. Requirements are to be able to handle lifting a maximum of 50 pounds.
This is a full-time position, with a great benefit package.
About us:
- We are a privately owned, AAHA accredited general practice and strive to create longevity and career opportunities for professional development at all levels.
- We have seven veterinarians and focus on patient-centered progressive care by offering a wide range of services and state of the art equipment. We provide services for companion and exotic animals.
- RAC encourages personal and professional growth for all team members. Along with on the job training, we provide opportunities for Continued Education for further development of your skillset and knowledge.
Job Duties:
- The role as an Animal Care Specialist is to provide exceptional patient care to our boarded and in-patient guests including feeding, walking, bathing, TLC, enclosure/facility cleaning/sanitizing, and report signs of illness, disease, injury or unusual activity to veterinary technicians/veterinarians.
Schedule:
- Schedule consists of four 10-hour shifts (7:00am-6:00pm) with weekend rotation.
Some of the benefits include:
- Health Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- 401K
- Paid Time Off
- Uniform Allowance
- Life Insurance Policy
- Short Term Disability Plan
- Service Discounts
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