Animal Technician provides daily care for research animals of various species. Cleans and disinfects cages and equipment. Being an Animal Technician monitors the health and well being of the animals, maintains logs of animal diet, behavior, vital signs and other data. Follows standard operating procedures and all biosafety and animal welfare regulations. Additionally, Animal Technician may perform procedures to collect samples. May transport animals to and from laboratories. Requires a high school diploma. May require Assistant Laboratory Animal Technician (ALAT) certification from the American Association for Laboratory Animal Science (AALAS) or other certification. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. The Animal Technician works under the close direction of senior personnel in the functional area. Possesses a moderate understanding of general aspects of the job. May require 0-1 year of general work experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Our Animal Care Technicians provide loving care for our pet guests while they stay and play in our pet hotel; focusing on safety, comfort, and cleanliness.
We are an Employee-owned and operated company that is expanding, which provides many growth opportunities within the company. We currently have over 40 locations in more than sixteen states and have been in business for nearly 30 years.
If you are looking for a company in which you can learn and grow, our countrywide, well-established pet care facility may be the perfect place for you!
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Responsibilities:
Skills Required
-Possess a love of animals
-Displays a professional manner at all times
-Ability to work evenings, weekends & holidays
-Lift/carry 40 pounds or more
-Able to stand/walk for eight hours a day
-Able to work in a fast-paced environment
-Able to work on a computer system
-Able to handle dogs on leashes and work in an environment with exposure to disinfectant/sanitation chemicals, animal dander and excretions.
Essential Job Functions
-Welcomes both human and pet guests
-Can correctly identify animal body language/behavior
-Follows safe handling procedures
-Checking in and out of pet guests while providing excellent customer service
-Escorts pets to and from their rooms
-Can work both individually and as a team player while performing duties
-Contributes in maintaining the cleanliness of the facility
-Communication with management and other team members
-Sanitizes/disinfects pet suites, condos & general boarding areas
-Can correctly identify animal body language/behavior
-Monitors and accurately charts consumption and elimination of every pet and reports any concerns to management
-Provides individual care of all boarding guests
-Feed and medicate according to instructions
-Performs activities as scheduled
Required Education
-High School Graduate or Equivalent
-At least 1 year of professional animal experience
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