Veterinary Hospital Cleaner & Infection-Control Champion

Vicar Operating, Inc. dba VCA; United States; On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Paid vacation

Pet discounts

Job summary

VCA Animal Hospitals is seeking a dependable Housekeeper to maintain a clean, sanitary, and safe environment throughout a busy animal hospital. The role supports infection control and patient and client safety while ensuring the facility presents a professional appearance.

You will clean rooms, kennels, restrooms, and common areas; restock supplies; and follow hospital cleaning protocols. Prior veterinary or healthcare cleaning experience is preferred, and you must be comfortable around animals.

Qualifications

• Prior housekeeping or janitorial experience in hospital, veterinary, medical, or similar cleaning environments preferred.
• Experience working around animals is preferred.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks in a busy environment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to cleanliness.
• Dependable, punctual, and responsible.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to safely operate cleaning equipment and handle cleaning chemicals.
• Comfortable cleaning bodily fluids and other potentially unpleasant materials.
• Must be able to work around dogs, cats, and other animals.
• Must maintain confidentiality regarding clients, patients, and hospital operations.

Responsibilities

• Clean and disinfect exam rooms, treatment areas, surgical areas, kennels, employee areas, restrooms, lobby, and other hospital spaces.
• Sweep, mop, vacuum, and maintain floors throughout the hospital.
• Clean and disinfect high-touch surfaces, doors, counters, tables, chairs, and other frequently used areas.
• Empty trash and appropriately handle waste in accordance with hospital policies and safety procedures.
• Clean and sanitize animal kennels, cages, runs, and other patient areas as assigned.
• Maintain clean and sanitary restroom facilities.
• Notify management when housekeeping supplies or equipment need to be replenished or repaired.
• Follow hospital infection-control and sanitation protocols at all times.
• Wear appropriate PPE when required.
• Follow OSHA, safety, and hospital policies regarding hazardous materials and waste.
• Immediately report spills, unsafe conditions, damaged equipment, or other safety concerns to management.
• Maintain separation between clean and contaminated areas and follow proper procedures to prevent cross-contamination.
• Safely clean and disinfect areas following contagious or potentially infectious patient cases.
• Work respectfully and safely around hospitalized animals and their designated areas.
• Communicate with the veterinary team regarding cleaning needs that may impact patient care.
• Assist with maintaining an organized and presentable hospital environment for clients, patients, and employees.

Job description

VCA Animal Hospitals is seeking a dependable Housekeeper to maintain a clean, sanitary, and safe environment throughout a busy animal hospital. The role supports infection control and patient and client safety while ensuring the facility presents a professional appearance.

You will clean rooms, kennels, restrooms, and common areas; restock supplies; and follow hospital cleaning protocols. Prior veterinary or healthcare cleaning experience is preferred, and you must be comfortable around animals.