Pet Care Assistant II
NVA General Practice · Midlothian, VA · 1 wk ago
OTHRFull-time
Responsibilities
- Provide daily care for pets such as, walking, cleaning cabins and runs,
- Ensure the safety and well-being of the pets during their stay including monitoring their behavior and health and communicating any changes to the Lead on shift.
- Maintain a clean environment.
- Communicate effectively with team members regarding the pet's needs and any concerns that may arise during their stay
- Perform basic cleaning tasks such as: Dishes, Landry, sweeping, mopping, trash collection, pooper scooping, lawn maintenance, cleaning kennel, etc.
- Handle any emergencies or unexpected situations with calmness and professionalism.
- Maintain accurate records of pet care activities, including feeding schedules and health observations and medicating
Requirements
- Previous experience in pet care, such as pet sitting, veterinary assistance, or animal handling, is preferred.
- Familiarity with animal restraint techniques to ensure safe handling of pets during care.
- Experience working in a kennel or veterinary setting is a plus.
- Able to lift heavy pets when required and manage multiple animals at once.