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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a dedicated and compassionate Animal Care Technician to join our team. The Animal Care Technician plays a crucial role in ensuring the health, safety, and well-being of animals under our care. This position involves daily interaction with animals, providing essential care, feeding, grooming, and monitoring their health status. The ideal candidate will have a genuine passion for animal welfare, strong observational skills, and the ability to handle animals gently and confidently.
As an Animal Care Technician, you will be responsible for maintaining clean and safe living environments for animals, including regular cleaning and sanitizing of cages, kennels, and other animal housing areas. You will also be tasked with preparing and distributing food and water according to specific dietary requirements and schedules. Monitoring animal behavior and health conditions is a critical aspect of this role, requiring you to promptly report any signs of illness, injury, or distress to veterinary staff or supervisors.
In addition to daily care tasks, you will assist veterinary professionals during routine examinations, treatments, and procedures. This may include restraining animals safely and humanely, administering medications under supervision, and maintaining accurate records of animal care activities and observations. You will also be responsible for exercising animals, providing enrichment activities, and ensuring their emotional and physical needs are met.
The Animal Care Technician must adhere strictly to established protocols and guidelines to ensure compliance with animal welfare regulations and standards. You will participate in ongoing training and professional development opportunities to stay current with best practices in animal care and welfare. Effective communication skills are essential, as you will interact regularly with team members, veterinary staff, and occasionally with the public, providing information and education about animal care and welfare.
This role requires physical stamina and the ability to perform tasks such as lifting, bending, and standing for extended periods. You must be comfortable working in environments that may involve exposure to animal waste, odors, and noise. Flexibility in scheduling is important, as animal care often requires weekend, holiday, and occasional evening shifts.
We value individuals who demonstrate empathy, patience, and a strong commitment to animal welfare. If you are passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of animals and possess the necessary skills and dedication, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding position. Join our team and contribute to providing exceptional care and improving the quality of life for animals in need.
Responsibilities
Text copied to clipboard!- Provide daily feeding, watering, and grooming of animals.
- Clean and sanitize animal housing areas regularly.
- Monitor animal health and behavior, reporting concerns promptly.
- Assist veterinary staff during examinations and treatments.
- Administer medications and treatments under supervision.
- Maintain accurate records of animal care activities.
- Provide exercise and enrichment activities for animals.
- Ensure compliance with animal welfare regulations and standards.
Requirements
Text copied to clipboard!- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Previous experience working with animals preferred.
- Strong observational and communication skills.
- Ability to handle animals safely and humanely.
- Physical stamina to perform tasks involving lifting and standing.
- Flexibility to work weekends, holidays, and occasional evenings.
- Knowledge of animal welfare standards and practices.
- Compassionate and patient demeanor towards animals.
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- Can you describe your previous experience working with animals?
- How do you handle stressful situations involving animals?
- What steps do you take to ensure animal welfare and safety?
- Are you comfortable working weekends and holidays?
- How would you respond if you noticed an animal showing signs of illness?
