Veterinary Medicine Custodian

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

Hagyard Equine Medical Institute in Lexington, Kentucky, is an internationally recognized leader in equine medicine, combining cutting-edge technology with a collaborative team dedicated to advancing equine health and performance.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned. 

• At start of shift, walk through Medicine facility including all barns to determine any immediate custodial needs.
• Ensure the cleanliness and presentability of the Medicine facility including common areas (front reception, bathrooms, break rooms, HBOT hall and closet, sterilizing and laundry rooms).
• Ensure hand sanitizers are maintained, refilled, and working properly throughout facility.
• Maintain adequate stock of paper towel and soap dispensers throughout facility including barns and restrooms. Inform Medicine Office manager of stock needed and/or malfunctioning units.
• Refill NDC, AHP and Rescue bottles throughout the facility.
• Maintain appropriate labeling of cleaning/sterilizing containers (e.g. spray bottles, foam dispensers).
• Wipe down all door handles, light switches, and windows throughout the Medicine facility.
• Clean breakroom tables and counters 2 x daily, or more often as needed.
• Clean employee and doctor breakroom refrigerators biweekly, or as indicated based on use Ultrasound machines in ICU and ISO:
  • Clean and disinfect machines including carts/wheels, codes.
  • Clean the ultrasound cover.
• Footwear storage cabinets (ICU and ISO):
  • Clean and disinfect the inside and outside of cabinets with designated cleaning wipes. o Make sure boots are organized and no manure noted on sole. o Deep Cleaning of boot cabinets (2x week, or more often if indicated).
  • Restock plastic booties for visitors.
• Clean interior of dystocia van daily, or as indicated based on use.
• Sterilize alcohol and chlorhexidine steel scrub containers (weekly) and place sterilization date.
• Sterilize fluid ropes and hospital accessory equipment as indicated by patient location/status. Maintain cleanliness of washers, dryers, and dishwashers within Medicine facility. Notify Medicine office manager of maintenance concerns.
• Clean windows weekly to biweekly or as needed to maintain facility cleanliness.

Expectations   

• To treat other people with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position.
• To be dependable and punctual on working hours scheduled and to be willing to stay beyond scheduled hours if needed.
• To be a self-starter and take the required initiative to perform all tasks successfully.
• To obtain required knowledge and skills relevant to the job responsibilities.
• To assist in achieving and maintaining high quality standards in the overall care and needs of patients.
• To maintain confidentiality with regards to client, doctor and patient information.
• To conduct oneself professionally as a representative of Hagyard Equine Medical Institute refraining from inappropriate language and behavior.
• To constructively communicate progress, problems or other issues requiring attention to the appropriate supervisor, doctor or member of management.
• To offer solutions and demonstrate a positive attitude when dealing with clients, supervisors, doctors, management, other team members, and outside vendors or suppliers.
• To maintain a professional appearance and a courteous attitude.
• To maintain a clean/sanitary and well-organized work/service area at all times.
• To contribute to the overall team by utilizing your skills and knowledge to achieve performance excellence.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Applicants must be 18 years of age or older to be considered for this position
• Education/Experience:
  • High school diploma or GED. 
  • Previous experience with cleaning or housekeeping, preferably in a veterinary environment.
  • Experience with horses or in a veterinary clinic is preferred.
• Language Ability:
  • Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general technical procedures.
  • Ability to write/document technical information and general correspondence.
  • Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from doctors, other staff and clients.
• Math Ability:
  • Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as proportions, percentages and volume.
  • Ability to apply simple math formula.
• 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. 
• Computer Skills:  
  • To perform this job successfully, an individual should have general computer software knowledge and keyboarding skills.
• Certificates and Licenses 
  • No certification required.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles; frequently exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals; occasionally exposed to wet or humid conditions (non-weather); regularly works near moving mechanical parts; experiences outdoor weather conditions and the risk of electrical shock; occasionally exposed to low levels of radiation. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is: 

• Frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear.
• Frequently required to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.
• Occasionally required to sit; climb or balance and smell.
• Regularly lift and/or move up to 100 pounds

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Schedule

• Monday - Thursday or Sunday-Thursday, 7am-3pm
• Overtime as directed. Weekends as needed.
• All time off to be pre-approved by McGee Medicine Barn Crew Supervisor & Office Manager.

What We Offer
We care deeply about supporting our team members — professionally and personally. Benefits include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid Parental Leave (birth, adoption, foster)
• 401(k) with discretionary contribution
• Team Member Pet Discounts
• Emotional wellbeing support — including Calm app access and 24/7 EAP
• CE stipends and career development resources
• Grant Circle — a relief fund for team members facing personal hardship
• Local hospital culture backed by national resources

Pay Range 15.5 - 16.5 USD