Small Animal ECC Animal Caretaker - Overnight

Position Title:

Small Animal ECC Animal Caretaker - Overnight

Job Group:

Merit

Required Minimum Qualifications:

Ability to read write and follow instructions. Possession of a valid state or commercial drivers license as required.

Preferred Qualifications:

Previous experience working in a veterinary hospital animal shelter or emergency care setting.

Experience handling and restraining small or large animals.

Experience with infection control and biosecurity protocols in clinical environments.

Job Description:

Come join our team as an Animal Caretaker!

At Iowa State University Lloyd Veterinary Medical Center (LVMC) you will collaborate with a team of experts and make a meaningful impact on the future of veterinary medicine. Under direct supervision the Animal Caretaker in the Small Animal Emergency and Critical Care Service (ECC) is responsible for ensuring the proper handling feeding and care of animals as well as maintaining the cleanliness and functionality of animal facilities in compliance with federal state and university regulations. This role supports animal health and welfare while assisting veterinary technicians in daily operations.

What Youll Do:

• Clean and disinfect animal enclosures isolation rooms and equipment following strict protocols to ensure pathogen-free environments and containment of infectious agents.
• Handle restrain and care for animals providing support during veterinary treatments and procedures.
• Feed and water patients based upon instruction from clinical staff.
• Observe and report animal health status including any signs of illness injury or stress to the clinical staff.
• Maintain patient cleanliness by keeping bedding clean and dry and perform bathing as instructed by clinical staff.
• Assist in facility upkeep by performing minor repairs and reporting significant malfunctions to the supervisor.
• Transport animals while adhering to safety protocols.

Job Details:

• Schedule:Full-time rotating schedule
• Shift:Overnights 8:30 PM 7:00 AM including weekends and holidays no on call.
• Location:Ames IA
• Work Environment:On-site hands-on role in a clinical veterinary hospital setting

About the Department:

TheSmall Animal Emergency & Critical Care (SA ECC)unit is a dynamic and collaborative environment where veterinary professionals provide life-saving care to small animal patients. Our team is committed to excellence in patient care education and service. As an Animal Caretaker youll be a vital part of this mission helping ensure our patients receive the best possible support during their stay.

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an on-going basis without sponsorship.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of standard operating procedures for laboratory animal care or livestock care as applicable.

Ability to learn and apply federal state and/or university regulations regarding animal care and use in research and teaching.

Ability to understand communicate and execute oral and written instructions.

Ability to keep accurate records.

Ability to recognize changes in conditions of animals and animal room environment malfunctioning equipment and unsafe conditions.

Ability to construct and maintain related equipment and facilities.

Ability to lift and/or move 50-100 pounds.

Ability to perform physical labor such as restraining animals loading and unloading supplies and animals and standing for prolonged periods of time.

Ability to work around noise dust odors fumes and extremes in temperature.

Appointment Type:

Regular

Number of Months Employed Per Year:

12 Month Work Period

Time Type:

Full time

Pay Grade:

7611a

Application Instructions:

To apply for this position please click on Apply and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following: 1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae 2) Letter of Application/Cover Letter If you have questions regarding this application process please email or call or Toll Free: 1-.Why Choose ISUIowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits including medical and dental; as well as: Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans Generous vacation holiday and sick time and leave plans Onsite childcare (Ames Iowa) Life insurance and long-term disability Flexible Spending Accounts Various voluntary benefits and discounts Employee Assistance Program Wellbeing program Iowa State offers WorkFlex options for some positions. WorkFlex offers flexibility on when where and how you do your work. For more information please speak with the Hiring Manager.

Original Posting Date:

September 3 2025

Posting Close Date:

September 16 2025

Job Requisition Number:

R17719