Pet Care Shift Lead - Lead, Train & Med-Savvy

Destination Pet; Cary (NC); Hybrid; USD 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Telehealth

401k

Pet Insurance

Job summary

Destination Pet Cary is seeking a Lead Animal Care Attendant to guide daily care for our pet guests. You will lead shifts, coach teammates, and ensure safety and cleanliness across areas from feeding to grooming.

Responsibilities include monitoring health, administering medications, training new hires and maintaining a welcoming, low-stress environment for dogs and cats. Prior med administration experience and CPR training are a plus.

Qualifications

• Experience in animal care
• CPR training is a big plus
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs and stand for long periods

Responsibilities

• Lead the pack during assigned shifts, coaching and setting the tone for pet care excellence
• Work with Animal Care Attendants to ensure safety, cleanliness and lots of tail wags
• Train new hires on proper pet handling and procedures
• Monitor pet guests for health and safety and report any issues to management
• Serve food, water and daily TLC to all guests
• Oversee meds and special needs guests; CPR/med-savvy is a bonus
• Bathing and brushing dogs and cats; maintain a clean, welcoming environment
• Assist with general duties to keep the facility running smoothly

Skills

Animal care

Calm under pressure

Leadership

CPR training

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Destination Pet Cary is seeking a Lead Animal Care Attendant to guide daily care for our pet guests. You will lead shifts, coach teammates, and ensure safety and cleanliness across areas from feeding to grooming.

Responsibilities include monitoring health, administering medications, training new hires and maintaining a welcoming, low-stress environment for dogs and cats. Prior med administration experience and CPR training are a plus.