VCA SylvaniaVET is looking for a motivated, client-focusing, pet-loving individual to join our animal caretaker team! We are looking for someone who can provide a safe and loving environment for our boarding guests while their parents are away. If you describe yourself as someone who loves to take care of animals, we would love for you to apply!

Primary Responsibilities:

• Care for all breeds and sizes of canines and felines

• Feeding, Watering and administering medications to feline and canine guests

• Supervise and walk all breeds of canines outside

• Engage in one-on-one enrichment time with pets

• Clean and monitor kennels, common areas and aisles including waste and litter

• Preform baths and toe nail trims

• Laundry and dishes

• Handle credit card machines and cash transactions

• Answering general calls and securing boarding reservations via email and telephone

• Scanning and uploading paperwork

• Checking in clients and recording all necessary information on paperwork, both on paper and in computer software

• Checking out clients and communicating general information

• Communicate effectively with peers and clients

• Learn and understand dog body language

• Ability to control all sizes of dogs on leash

A Strong Candidate Will Have:

• A love for animals

• Great communication via email, text message and phone

• Flexible availability

• At least 18 years of age or older

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

• Ability to work independently and as a team

• Time management skills

• Strong organizational skills

Schedule

• 6, 8 or 12 hour shifts

• Weekends and Holidays

• Mornings, Afternoons and Evenings

Job Type

• Full time (30+ hours)

• Part Time (29 hours or less)

Benefits

• Generous employee pet discount

• 401k

• Medical, vision and dental insurance

• Paid holidays

Compensation

• Starting at $15.00