Shelter Veterinary Technician — Adoption Center Care

City of Garland; Garland (TX); Sur place; USD 26 000 - 29 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

The City of Garland is seeking an Animal Care Assistant to perform routine animal care at the Garland Animal Services Adoption Center and shelter, including medical evaluations, behavior assessments, cleaning kennels and socializing with adoptable animals. You will assist citizens with adoptions and support daily veterinary tasks.

Responsibilities include medical treatments, diagnostic tests, daily shelter care, inventory management, and maintaining a safe, clean environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• 1 year of related experience preferred.

Responsabilités

• Conduct departmental medical evaluations for pets placed in adoption program.
• Assist in overseeing shelter medical services operations, including treatments, tests, surgeries, and routine care.
• Maintain inventory of food, cleaning supplies, and equipment.
• Notify supervisor when restocking items is needed.
• Perform kennel cleaning and related housekeeping duties.
• Operate and maintain shelter equipment, reporting issues to Shelter Manager.
• Work under the supervision of a licensed veterinarian.
• Assist with other shelter duties as needed.

Connaissances

Animal handling

Customer service

Cash handling

Basic computer skills

Adoption process assistance

Formation

High School Diploma or GED

Description du poste

The City of Garland is seeking an Animal Care Assistant to perform routine animal care at the Garland Animal Services Adoption Center and shelter, including medical evaluations, behavior assessments, cleaning kennels and socializing with adoptable animals. You will assist citizens with adoptions and support daily veterinary tasks.

Responsibilities include medical treatments, diagnostic tests, daily shelter care, inventory management, and maintaining a safe, clean environment.