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Vet HQ Double Bay, Harbourside Eastern Sydney NSW (posted 18th April) Animal Attendant
Dog Day care
An exciting opportunity has become available for an animal attendant who also has great customer service skills, to join our dynamic team.
This role is full-time, Monday - Friday. You will be working in our day care which involves keeping our dogs occupied and includes walking them twice daily. You will also attend to our boarding cats.
We are a fast-paced practice with a great team culture, and we are looking for the right person that will fit into our dynamic team.
Your skills and experience:
- Intermediate computer skills
- Exceptional customer service skills
- Some animal handling skills would be an advantage
- Enrolled or planning to enroll in certificate 2 animal studies.
- Strong communication skills
- Possess excellent organisational and time management skills.
- Be a motivated and friendly team player
- Solutions focused
- Must be job fit
Key Responsibilities:
- Walking dogs
- Attending to our cattery
- Maintaining cleanliness of day care and cattery
- Answering phones
- Booking appointments
- Financial transactions
- Providing premium customer service during patient arrivals and departures.
What we can offer you:
- An opportunity to work with a fantastic high performing team.
- Continuing education
- A caring environment that focusses on wellness
- Discounted vet care for your pets
Please contact Kate at Vet HQ via email at kate@vethq.com.au if you are interested in this opportunity.
Cat Specialist Services, Underwood, City of Logan, QLD (posted 5th April) Animal Attendant / Housekeeper
Animal Attendant / Housekeeper - Part Time
Cat Specialist Services is a veterinary hospital just for cats with dedicated, highly skilled veterinarians and nurses providing world class cat care.
This is an outstanding opportunity for an energetic, and compassionate person to take on the role of Animal Attendant/Housekeeper, at our Underwood Cat Hospital.
The purpose of this part-time role is to provide general animal care and to clean all areas of the hospital to ensure high clinical hygiene standards are maintained.
Reporting to the Nurse Manager responsibilities include:
- Animal handling including grooming of patients, providing environmental enrichment and nutritional support with feeding.
- Assist with holding patients for procedures.
- Assist veterinarians and nurses with treatment of patients as directed.
- Assist with Equipment cleaning and sterilising.
- Maintain a high standard of cleanliness amongst the wards, patient cages and presentation of the hospital, both inside and out
- Unpack deliveries and restock veterinary consumables and equipment.
- Assist with laundry.
- General cleaning as required
- Some inventory tasks
The successful candidate will possess:
- Cert II in Animal Studies or equivalent (highly regarded)
- At least one year in the companion animal industry (Vet clinic and/or boarding facility)
- Ability to demonstrate experience in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to work independently and in a team
- A high level of attention to detail
- Ability to follow direction
- Possess a friendly, flexible, and approachable manner
- Be a cat lover
- Outstanding punctuality & reliability
- Excellent communication skills
- Excellent health for a highly physical task list
If this role sounds perfect for you then please contact us on the details below.
We welcome the opportunity to meet and discuss this role with you further.
Enquiries
Check out our website: https://www.catspecialists.com.au/
And our sister practices: http://vss.net.au/
Give us a call: 07 3841 7011
Send us an email: hr@vss.net.au
Animal Eye Care, Malvern East, South East Melbourne, VIC (posted 26th March) Animal Attendant
🐾 Join Our Compassionate Team at Animal Eye Care! 🐾
Are you passionate about animals and possess a keen interest in their well-being, particularly their eye health? Animal Eye Care, a leading veterinary clinic specializing in ophthalmology, is on the lookout for an enthusiastic and caring Animal Attendant to join our dedicated team.
About Us: Animal Eye Care is a state-of-the-art veterinary clinic dedicated to providing exceptional eye care for animals. Our team of highly skilled veterinarians and support staff are committed to improving the lives of pets through advanced ophthalmic care. We pride ourselves on a workplace environment that promotes compassion, integrity, and a deep-seated commitment to the animals we serve.
Position: Animal Attendant - Full Time
Location: Conveniently located with easy access to public transport and ample parking.
What We Offer:
- A supportive and nurturing work environment
- Opportunities for professional development and advancement
- Competitive salary package
- A role that offers variety and the opportunity to work with a wide range of animals
- The joy of making a real difference in the lives of pets and their owners
Key Responsibilities:
- Assisting veterinarians and veterinary nurses during examinations and procedures
- Providing basic care for animals, including feeding, bathing, and exercising
- Cleaning and maintaining animal housing and clinic facilities
- Administering medication as directed
- Comforting and providing emotional support to patients and their owners
- Contributing to the clinic's preventative health programs and initiatives
About You:
- A genuine love for animals and a commitment to their care and well-being
- Previous experience in a veterinary clinic or animal care setting is advantageous but not essential
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to work well within a team
- A proactive, positive attitude and the ability to handle a variety of tasks efficiently
- Flexibility to work a rotating roster, including some weekends and holidays
Qualifications:
- A high school diploma or equivalent; further education in animal science or veterinary assistance is a plus
- Basic understanding of animal behaviour and care
If you're looking for a fulfilling role where you can make a direct impact on the lives of animals and work with a team of passionate professionals, we'd love to hear from you!
To apply, please send your resume and a cover letter detailing your experience and why you're passionate about animal eye care to our HR department at: careers@animaleyecare.com
Join us at Animal Eye Care and be a part of a team that sees the beauty in every animal's eyes. 🐶🐱💕
VetPartners is an equal opportunity employer and recognises that diversity is crucial to our success. Whatever your identity and background, if this role sounds like you, then please 'Apply Now'
Macquarie Vet Hospital, North Ryde, North-West Sydney, NSW (posted 26th March) Doggy Daycare Host
Doggy Daycare Host
We are looking for a motivated, lovely doggy daycare host to join our team! We have two hosts that split the hours currently (Monday-Friday from 7:30-6pm) but we’re keen to get somebody on board to help with the load for 10-15 hours per week.
We cap the number of dogs to a maximum of 15 per day and all dogs are regulars visitors, so you get to know them and the owners really well. The owners are lovely and the staff up in the clinic are super helpful and there if you need.
If you have a background in nursing, dog training or animal behaviour then that’d be great too!
So, if you're ready to join a clinic striving for the best in pet and client care, then please send your application through to Matt at matt@macquarievets.com.au. We look forward to you joining the team!
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Brunswick Central Vet Clinic, Brunswick East, Inner North Melbourne, VIC (posted 22nd February) Cattery Attendant
Casual Cattery Attendant roles available
About our Practice
At Brunswick Central Vet Clinic, we aim to provide comprehensive, professional, and compassionate veterinary service. You would be working amongst a strong team who look out for each other and have a wealth of knowledge behind us to deliver a gold standard of care approach within the clinic. Our cattery is also a vital part of our clinic.
We are an odd bunch but a good bunch and we need another cattery attendant to support our great team and cat loving clients.
Our cattery currently runs during school holiday periods so we are seeking a star cat lover with the desire for a flexible schedule to compliment our team for the busy upcoming holiday period. This role involves availability Monday-Friday with rotating weekends.
What We Have to Offer:
- Flexible hours to enjoy a family-friendly work-life balance
- Encouragement to pursue your interests and career progression
- A great support network from the whole team
About You:
- A motivated and energetic person with great cat handling skills
- Is confident working autonomously and takes initiative
- Excellent patient care and passion for animal welfare
- A positive and honest attitude
- Great communication skills
- A reliable and hard-working nature with availability to match.
Apply now!
Please send your resume and cover letter to Elise at: manager@brunswickcentralvet.com.au
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