Full-Time Pet Care Specialist with Benefits

Veterinary Practice Partners; Wildwood (MO); On-site; USD 21,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k) plan

Employee pet discount

Job summary

Fox Creek Veterinary Hospital in Wildwood, MO is seeking a full-time Pet Care Specialist to join our team of veterinarians, technicians and support staff. You will help ensure every animal receives the best possible care during their stay with us, while delivering friendly, compassionate service to owners.

This role offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, a 401(k), and an employee pet discount.

Qualifications

• Passion for animals and their well-being.
• Ability to multi-task efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Monitor the health and comfort of animals, recognize and respond to emergency situations, and report health concerns.
• Document treatments, activities, and observations.
• Walk dogs in all weather conditions.
• Feed and provide scheduled fresh water to dogs and cats.
• Maintain cleanliness by washing dishes, bowls, litter boxes, kennels, and cages.
• Change and replace soiled bedding and manage laundry tasks.
• Bathe animals as necessary before discharge.
• Perform general housekeeping duties in animal housing, food preparation, and laundry areas.
• Administer oral and topical medications, including flea and tick treatments.
• Assist with checking in and out boarding patients, ensuring proper labeling and ID collars.
• Identify and alleviate stress in boarding animals through interactive play and mental stimulation.

Skills

Passion for animals

Multi-tasking

Strong attention to detail

Job description

Fox Creek Veterinary Hospital in Wildwood, MO is seeking a full-time Pet Care Specialist to join our team of veterinarians, technicians and support staff. You will help ensure every animal receives the best possible care during their stay with us, while delivering friendly, compassionate service to owners.

This role offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, a 401(k), and an employee pet discount.