What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pet Care Attendant - Jacksonville, FL position at Vetcor?
Who We Are
Hidden Hills Animal Hospital is seeking a Full-Time Kennel Care Aid to join our amazing team! We are looking for someone who is a committed individual with a solid work ethic, is punctual, and loves working with our pet guests. This is a physical position; you will be walking, bathing, and playing with dogs, providing enrichment for both dogs and cats, as well as general housekeeping duties.
You are the right fit if you love dogs, possess a positive attitude, have a great work ethic, patience and a calm demeanor around dogs & people. Flexibility, proper communication skills and being courteous around Clients & teammates are also a must!
You must be reliable seeing that you will be dealing with live animals, who depend on you!
You need to be able to work independently just as well as part of a team, practice diligent attention to detail, be tolerant of loud environments (barking), dog waste, odor and hair, physically "fit" to perform the required tasks and able to lift and or carry at least 40 lbs. with no restrictions. You must be 18 years or older and have your own, reliable transportation.
Responsibilities / Qualifications
Financial Benefits:
Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are core values at Hidden Hills Animal Hospital and Vetcor. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for all employees. Every team member enriches our diversity by exposing us to various ways to understand and engage with the world. That's why we're committed to a workplace culture where employees are comfortable being their authentic selves, feel a complete sense of belonging, and are empowered to reach their highest potential.
Hidden Hills Animal Hospital is seeking a Full-Time Kennel Care Aid to join our amazing team! We are looking for someone who is a committed individual with a solid work ethic, is punctual, and loves working with our pet guests. This is a physical position; you will be walking, bathing, and playing with dogs, providing enrichment for both dogs and cats, as well as general housekeeping duties.
You are the right fit if you love dogs, possess a positive attitude, have a great work ethic, patience and a calm demeanor around dogs & people. Flexibility, proper communication skills and being courteous around Clients & teammates are also a must!
You must be reliable seeing that you will be dealing with live animals, who depend on you!
You need to be able to work independently just as well as part of a team, practice diligent attention to detail, be tolerant of loud environments (barking), dog waste, odor and hair, physically "fit" to perform the required tasks and able to lift and or carry at least 40 lbs. with no restrictions. You must be 18 years or older and have your own, reliable transportation.
Responsibilities / Qualifications
- Flexible schedule including some weekend/holiday shifts.
- Must be able to work split shifts on rotating weekends
- Must have the physical and mental capacity to perform in a fast paced and challenging environment.
- Must be able to lift and/or carry 40 lbs.
- Previous experience as a kennel technician is a plus and pay is based on experience
Financial Benefits:
- A flexible approach to compensation that will reflect your skillset and future performance
- 401(k) matching & Roth Retirement Savings Plan
- Flexible Spending Account
- 529 Savings Plan
- Tuition Support Program
- Referral bonus program
- Health Insurance, including medical, dental, and vision
- Supplemental insurance, including accident, critical illness, hospital, short and longterm disability, legal plan, and employee, spouse, and child-dependent life insurance
- All US-based, benefits-eligible employees with a minimum of one year of service may receive up to three weeks of full pay for the birth or adoption of a child (full-time only)
- Sick Time / Paid Time Off
- Free/discounted lab work for all employee pets
- Pet discounts on services and products
- Pet food discount program
- Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program
- Professional development opportunities
- Continuing education allowance
- Uniform allowance
- Six paid holidays
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee discount program
Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are core values at Hidden Hills Animal Hospital and Vetcor. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for all employees. Every team member enriches our diversity by exposing us to various ways to understand and engage with the world. That's why we're committed to a workplace culture where employees are comfortable being their authentic selves, feel a complete sense of belonging, and are empowered to reach their highest potential.
