Hospital Support Assistant

.Fox Creek Veterinary Hospital in Wildwood MO is hiring a full-time Hospital Support Assistant to work alongside our team of experienced veterinarians skilled technicians and devoted support staff to ensure each animal receives the best possible care during their stay with us. If you are enthusiastic reliable and excited about helping us maintain our high standards of animal care and customer service we would love to hear from you!

What to Expect

As you join our mission expect to be supported in your work and home life with:

• Acomprehensive benefits package including medical dental and vision insurance
• Paid time off and a 401(k) plan for full-time employees
• Professional development opportunities
• Employee pet discount because we know your pets are family too.

Salary: $15.00 - $16.00 per hour determined by the candidates skills experience and qualifications.

Schedule: This is a full-time position. Our hospital operates 7 days a week 8:00 AM 8:00 PM. Candidates must have open availability including evenings weekends and holidays. Reliability and a team-oriented attitude are a must.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily care for pets staying in our hospital and lodge including feeding walking and monitoring comfort and well-being
• Maintain clean sanitary and organized kennels runs and lodging areas
• Clean and maintain grooming bathtubs grooming areas floors and kennels
• Perform routine cleaning and maintenance throughout the hospital including laundry disinfecting surfaces waste removal and restocking supplies
• Sterilize and maintain surgical instruments in accordance with hospital protocols
• Safely transport patients between departments as needed
• Assist with yard clean-up and maintain the exterior appearance of the hospital
• Assist other departments as needed including reception and grooming
• Help maintain an organized efficient flow throughout the hospital
• Observe and report any changes in patient behavior or condition

Work Environment

This is a hands-on physically active role with frequent movement throughout your shift. You will be cleaning frequently and maintaining high standards of sanitation and you will be exposed to animal waste odors and cleaning chemicals. The environment is fast-paced team-driven and constantly evolving. You will work with animals of all sizes temperaments and medical needs.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift carry and move 50 lbs or more (animals equipment and supplies) with or without assistance
• Ability to stand walk bend and lift for extended periods of time

Qualifications

• Genuine love for animals and a strong sense of compassion
• Dependability and a strong work ethic including a willingness to jump in and help wherever needed
• Ability to work in a fast-paced team-oriented environment
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to cleanliness and organization
• Interest in veterinary medicine or animal care is a plus but not required

About Fox Creek Veterinary Hospital in Wildwood MO

Fox Creek Veterinary Hospital was founded in October 2000 with the mission to provide the very best care combined with the latest and most up-to-date facilities and equipment. Our staff as a team is dedicated through continuing education and compassion to provide our patients with the level of care we would demand for our own pets.

As anAAHA-Accredited practice these principles are our passion and by fulfilling them we are living our dream of knowing that we make a difference by helping animals every day.

We are happy to see Canine Feline Equine and Pocket Pets!