Animal Care Attendant

Animal Care Attendant West Park Animal Hospital - 2.8 Cleveland, OH Job Details Full-time $14 - $17 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Employee assistance program Vision insurance 401(k) matching Employee discount Life insurance Qualifications Pet care Patient comfort Sanitizing surfaces Maintaining an organized workspace Patient monitoring Removing debris Floor cleaning Basic math Groundskeeping High school diploma or GED Client services Staff training Cleaning Training & development Communication skills Entry level Patient observation Under 1 year Animal restraint Full Job Description Holding true to our core values since the early 1960s, we are proud to have served Cleveland and other surrounding Ohio communities with compassionate, quality veterinary care for more than 50 years. We are made up of a diverse and compassionate team who love our patients and appreciate the joy and friendship they bring to our homes and communities. We are an enthusiastic, friendly group of people who focus on providing high-quality medical care to our patients, as well as education to pet owners in our community. Our team undergoes exceptional training and development to assure we are providing the same care that we would give to our own pets. With a comprehensive list of advanced pet care services, you will find a full range of veterinary care accommodations at our AAHA accredited facility. From wellness exams, emergency care, veterinary surgery, pet rehabilitation, and pain management, our superior methods, technologies, and equipment, prepare us to treat dogs, cats, and some pocket pets. The Animal Care Team is responsible for providing the general care and upkeep of all animals in the hospital. Ensuring that all animals that enter the hospital have a clean and comfortable environment, while being cared for by compassionate and attentive individuals. Team members also help with maintaining the clinic and its grounds for additional cleanliness and organization.

Reports To:

Animal Care Team Manager Responsibilities Include:

Clean and sanitize all kennels, cages, and all animal holding areas. General care such as bathing, feeding, walking, and cleaning up after animals. Monitoring patients hourly and documenting temperament, eliminations, possible signs of illnesses, diseases, or injuries and other basic needs of the animals. Maintain the clinic as a whole by performing tasks including, but not limited to, sweeping/mopping floors, wiping counters, taking out trash, cleaning bathrooms, and checking equipment and supplies. Assisting other staff members on occasion with such tasks as helping restrain an animal, helping clients with their pets, etc. Utilize patient tracking software Contribute to team health and engagement by being supportive, assisting with new hire training and attending and contributing to team meetings.

Comprehensive Benefit Package:

Medical, dental, and vision insurance Short and long term disability coverage Life insurance 401(k) with employer matching Generous employee discounts Employer paid EAP PTO Access to a dedicated financial wellness team and more!

ATTITUDE

shows initiative, integrity, cooperativeness, flexibility, tolerance for stress

CAPABILITIES

Must be able to multi-task, have good communication skills, organizational ability, problem solving skills, client service skills and intellectual ability.

Language Ability:

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.

Math Ability:

Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio and percent.

Reasoning Ability:

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

PHYSICAL CONSIDERATIONS

The noise level in the work environment is moderately high. Requires sufficient ambulatory skills in order to perform duties while at hospital. Ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and climb as well as manipulate (lift, carry, move) up to 35 pounds. Requires good handeye coordination, armhandfinger dexterity with the ability to grasp, and visual acuity to use a keyboard and operate equipment. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Associate is routinely exposed to a variety of pets that may bite or scratch, and on occasion, exposed to anesthesia, radiation, biological hazards and medication/controlled substances. Preferred Experience, Education and/or

Training:

This an entry level position, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is a plus. High school diploma or equivilant preferred. Good oral and written communication skills. Animal Handling experience encouraged, but not required. About West Park Animal Hospital Holding true to our core values since the early 1960s, we are proud to have served Cleveland and other surrounding Ohio communities with compassionate, quality veterinary care for more than 50 years. We are made up of a diverse and compassionate team who love our patients and appreciate the joy and friendship they bring to our homes and communities. We are an enthusiastic and friendly group focused on providing high-quality medical care to our patients, as well as education to the pet owners in our community. Our team undergoes exceptional training and development to assure we are providing the same care that we want for our own pets. With a comprehensive list of advanced pet care services, you will find a full range of veterinary care accommodations at our AAHA accredited facility. From wellness exams, emergency care, veterinary surgery, pet rehabilitation, and pain management, our superior methods, technologies, and equipment prepare us to treat dogs, cats, and some pocket pets.