Animal Care Specialist

PetVet Care Centers' Sun Valley Animal Center is currently seeking an Animal Care Specialist to join our team!

At PetVet Care Centers, our mission is to improve the lives of animals and people — providing exceptional and compassionate care at every stage — for all the moments that matter.

Because life is better with pets.

We deliver the Ultimate Care Experience — every pet, every client, every time. That starts with a Culture of Care that supports our team members as much as the pets and clients we serve.

With more than 400 locally led hospitals and over 11,000 team members nationwide, we offer:

• Local autonomy with national support
• Career mobility and development opportunities
• A collaborative, inclusive environment where your wellbeing comes first

You care for pets. We care for you.

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Position Overview

• Sun Valley Animal Clinic offers hands-on training, mentorship, and opportunities for professional growth in a collaborative, fast-paced environment. You'll work alongside an experienced team that values teamwork, compassion, and high-quality patient care. We foster a supportive culture where employees are encouraged to learn new skills, take on additional responsibilities, and make a meaningful impact on the lives of pets and their families. If you're dependable, eager to learn, and enjoy working in a positive team environment, we'd love to have you join us.

Key Responsibilities

• Provides compassionate care to pets
• Feeds animals as prescribed by the attending Veterinarian or as the owner has requested; records appetites; water intake, as well as fecal and urine production
• Recognizes and reports any unusual conditions or abnormal behaviors and monitors pets for signs of distress or disease.
• Assists Veterinarians and technicians with pet restraint
• Maintains the cleanliness of the hospital each day; cleans equipment and facilities using chemicals and supplies; ensures the safe use of chemicals
• Follows a regular schedule for cleaning and sanitizing all cages, runs, wards, and related areas; changes litter boxes and food/water bowls
• Completes the weekly and monthly chore list to maintain hospital cleanliness, equipment, and the overall appearance of the hospital
• Correctly prioritizes tasks
• Maintains laundry for the kennel and hospital
• Provides patients with fresh, clean bedding when appropriate
• Walks patients according to schedule
• Understands and carries out oral and written directions
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Remain professional and courteous to clients and co-workers while handling multiple tasks at once with many interruptions.
• Learn and understand our services and health recommendations and be able to clearly communicate these to clients.
• Be able to deal with difficult and/or aggressive patients in an effective manner meanwhile keeping yourself, the pet, and co-workers safe
• Performs other duties as assigned by Manager.

Qualifications (Required)

• Applicants must be 18 years of age or older to be considered for this position
• High school diploma or GED
• No prior veterinary experience required; willing to train the right candidate.
• Comfortable working around dogs and cats of all sizes and temperaments.
• Strong work ethic with a willingness to learn and work as part of a team.
• Professional communication skills with clients and coworkers.
• Basic computer skills and the ability to learn veterinary software.
• Reliable, punctual, and able to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays as needed.

Preferred Skills (Nice to Have)

• Animal handling preferred but not required

Schedule: 10 hour shifts + weekends required.

Pay Range 17 - 19 USD