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Fairfield Equine Associates
Equine Hospital Stable Hand
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What they do
A Veterinary Assistant assists with animals under veterinary care or in laboratories. Feeds animals, cleans cages, and administers medical treatment under the supervision of a veterinarian or veterinary technician. Works in a veterinary clinic, animal hospital, or laboratory.
$40,099 / year median in Connecticut
+31% projected growth
Job Description
Equine Hospital Stable Hand Fairfield Equine Associates - 3.1 Newtown, CT Job Details Part-time $21 - $23 an hour 16 hours ago Qualifications Horse care Teamwork Animal hospital experience Attention to detail Ability to follow instructions Full Job Description Fairfield Equine Associates is seeking a dependable and hardworking Equine Hospital Stable Hand to join our team. This position is responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, and organized hospital environment while providing daily care and support for our equine patients. The ideal candidate is comfortable working around horses, takes pride in maintaining a clean facility, and can work independently while following veterinary instructions and hospital protocols. Schedule (can be divided): Monday - Sunday 6am to 9am & 4pm to 7pm Responsibilities Hand-walk hospitalized horses as directed by the veterinary team Feed and water horses according to individual patient instructions Clean and maintain stalls, aisles and treatment areas Restock hay, grain, bedding/shavings, and other hospital supplies Drag and maintain the arena Maintain an organized and safe work environment Follow all hospital safety procedures and patient-care protocols Perform other stable and hospital duties as needed Qualifications Previous horse-handling and equine experience required Comfortable handling horses of varying temperaments and sizes Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions Dependable, punctual, and able to work as part of a team Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks Must be comfortable with physically demanding work, including lifting at least 50 lbs. Experience in a veterinary or hospital setting is a plus, but not required What We're Looking For We are looking for someone who is reliable, hardworking, horse-savvy, and takes pride in providing excellent care. This is an important role in ensuring our hospitalized patients receive a clean, safe, and comfortable environment throughout their stay. If you enjoy working with horses and want to be part of a busy, collaborative equine veterinary hospital, we would love to hear from you!