Pet Care Specialist
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Some of the responsibilities you will own in this role:
- Safely rotate dogs in and out of supervised playgroups throughout the day
- Supervise and monitor dog playgroups to maintain a safe and positive environment
- Check pet guests in and out
- Provide exceptional customer service to pet parents
- Prepare and serve meals according to each pet’s individual instructions
- Provide attentive care to dogs and cats staying overnight
- Clean and maintain pet suites daily, including changing cat litter boxes
- Thoroughly clean and sanitize indoor dog play areas
- Handle frequent waste cleanup — there is a lot of poop!
- Complete laundry throughout the day
- Maintain the overall cleanliness and organization of the facility
- Communicate with teammates regarding pet needs, behavior, medications, feeding, and changes in routine
- Administer medications as directed, including injections when required
- Enter pet care notes and updates into facility software (training provided)
- Safely transport dogs to the downstairs veterinary clinic when needed
- Follow all safety, sanitation, and animal-care procedures
What You'll Bring:
Passionate about animals and dedicated to their well-being
A dependable and positive team player
Self-motivated and able to stay productive in a fast-paced environment
Detail-oriented and able to multitask
Willing to learn and continually develop new skills
Comfortable receiving direction and communicating with teammates
Respectful, professional, and friendly with pet parents
Someone who understands that our clients’ pets are family members and must always be handled with patience, caution, and care
Proud to maintain a clean, safe, and sanitary facility
Benefits:
- Paid time off
- Health insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision insurance
- Employee discounts
- Flexible schedules
- 401K with company match
- Training and career development
About Austin Urban Veterinary Center
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Innovetive Petcare
Operates a network of veterinary hospitals and clinics.
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