animal care technician

Prairie Creek Animal Hospital

<p><b>Job Overview</b></p><p>Prairie Creek Animal Hospital is seeking a veterinary technician. Experience in animal handling is required but technician experience is only preferred. Pay commiserate with experience.</p><p><b>Responsibilities</b></p><ul><li>Assist veterinarians during examinations, surgeries, and procedures.</li><li>Perform diagnostic tests including X-rays and laboratory analyses.</li><li>Administer medications, vaccinations, and treatments as directed by the veterinarian.</li><li>Monitor animal patients' vital signs and overall health status.</li><li>Prepare animals for surgery, including anesthesia administration and catheterization.</li><li>Maintain accurate medical records and documentation of treatments provided.</li><li>Educate pet owners on proper pet care, nutrition, and preventive health measures.</li></ul><p><b>Requirements</b></p><ul><li>Experience as a veterinary technician preferred but not required</li><li>Proficiency in animal handling techniques</li><li>Familiarity with veterinary terminology and laboratory procedures.</li><li>Strong interpersonal skills to effectively communicate with pet owners and team members.</li><li>Commitment to providing high-quality patient care with compassion and empathy.</li><li>Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail.</li></ul><p>Job Types: Full-time, Part-time</p><p>Pay: $17.00 - $25.00 per hour</p><p>Benefits:</p><ul><li>401(k)</li><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Employee discount</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul><p>Work Location: In person</p>

Veterinary Technician

Advanced Pet Services

<p><b>Overview</b><br/>Join our dynamic veterinary team as a Veterinary Technician and become a part of providing exceptional animal care! In this energetic role, you will assist veterinarians in a clinic setting ensuring our animal patients receive top-quality treatment and comfort. Your expertise will support a wide range of procedures, from routine pet care to advanced veterinary critical care, all while fostering a compassionate environment for pets and their owners. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to grow your skills in a fast-paced, pet-focused setting dedicated to improving animal health and well-being.</p><p><b>Responsibilities</b></p><ul><li>Assist veterinarians with animal examinations, ensuring proper restraint and handling of animals including dogs, cats, and small birds.</li><li>Manage animal restraint during examinations or treatments using proper animal handling techniques to ensure safety for both pets and staff.</li><li>Support dental procedures by understanding dental terminology and assisting with pet dental care routines.</li><li>Maintain detailed records of treatments, laboratory results, and patient histories while adhering to veterinary terminology standards.</li></ul><p><b>Qualifications</b></p><ul><li>Proven kennel experience with a strong understanding of animal behavior and handling techniques.</li><li>Knowledge of veterinary terminology, animal anatomy, and physiology to effectively support clinical procedures.</li><li>Ability to handle dogs confidently through dog training skills and dog handling experience; comfortable working with various species.</li><li>Strong animal husbandry skills with an emphasis on pet care.</li><li>Excellent communication skills to collaborate effectively with team members and communicate clearly with pet owners about treatment plans. This position is paid and designed for motivated individuals eager to expand their veterinary technician experience while making a positive impact on animals&rsquo; lives!</li></ul><p>Pay: From $26.00 per hour</p><p>Benefits:</p><ul><li>Employee discount</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Uniform allowance</li></ul><p>Work Location: On the road</p>

Veterinary Assistant and Technician

Five Acres Animal Shelter

<p><b>Our shelter is looking for a motivated individual to join our team at Five Acres Animal Shelter! We are looking for someone who is comfortable handing both canines and felines.</b></p><p><b>JOB DESCRIPTION</b></p><p>Job Title: Animal Care Specialist</p><p>Reports To: Animal Care Manager</p><p>Status: Part-time Seasonal Employee</p><p>Position Summary: The Animal Care Specialist at Five Acres Animal Shelter is responsible for the wellness and care of the animals at the shelter including the completion of daily tasks such as feeding, cleaning, socialization and handling adoptions, as well as fosters. The ideal candidate should have experience with animal care, customer service, and working well within a team.</p><p>The work schedule may vary with at least one weekend day, and some holidays will be required.</p><p>Essential Duties and Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Counsel adopters on available pets (cats and dogs)</li><li>Work with staff and volunteers to ensure animal needs are met, including but not limited to: feeding, watering, enrichment, cleaning/sanitizing animal housing, and administering medications as necessary</li><li>Assist with data entry in ShelterLuv as needed</li><li>Abide by protocols of safe animal handling, disease control and prevention</li><li>Assist with shelter upkeep, including but not limited to laundry, dishes, organizational tasks, etc.</li></ul><p>Requirements</p><ul><li>Valid driver&rsquo;s license</li><li>Customer service experience</li><li>Knowledge of canine and feline body language and its interpretation</li><li>Experience with animal care in the professional setting is preferred</li></ul><p>Work Environment &amp; Physical Demands</p><p>Work is performed in an animal shelter environment. Exposure to various weather conditions while working can occur. Can lift or move up to 50 pounds on a regular basis. Must be able to sustain a full shift of walking, bending and lifting.</p><p>Job Types: Part-time, Temporary</p><p>Pay: From $15.00 per hour</p><p>Benefits:</p><ul><li>Employee assistance program</li><li>Employee discount</li><li>Flexible schedule</li></ul><p>Application Question(s):</p><ul><li>Are you familiar with Fear Free animal handling?</li><li>How would you describe your work ethic?</li></ul><p>Ability to Commute:</p><ul><li>Saint Charles, MO 63303 (Required)</li></ul><p>Work Location: In person</p>

Animal Care Specialist (SEASONAL)

Petco

<ul><div>Retail (Stores)
</div><div>R352728
</div><div>Part time
</div><div>Not Remote
</div><div>340 Grasmere Avenue, Fairfield, CT 06824 United States</div></ul>
<br><div><div><div>Want to help pets live their best lives?</div><div>
We&rsquo;re proud to be where the pets go and where the <i>pet people</i> go. If you want to make a real difference, create an exciting career path, feel welcome to be your whole self and nurture your wellbeing, <b>Petco is the place for you</b>.
</div><div>Our core values capture that spirit as we work to improve lives by doing what&rsquo;s right for pets and people.
</div><ul><li><b>Pet First &ndash; Protect &amp; Empower.</b> All pets should <b>Live their Best Life.</b> We put the needs of pets and pet parents at the center of everything we do.
</li><li><b>Foster the Fun &ndash; Connect &amp; Bond.</b> Our <b>Passion</b> for pets brings us together! We celebrate the journey of pet parenthood through district experiences, products, and services.
</li><li><b>Let&rsquo;s Go! Own &amp; Commit.</b> We are stronger as <b>One Petco team.</b> We bring our unique superpowers and champion authenticity in everyone to drive success.
</li></ul><div>About Petco:</div><div>
We&rsquo;re proud to be <b>&quot;where the pets go&quot;</b> to find everything they need to live their best lives for more than 60 years &mdash; from their favorite meals and toys, to trusted supplies and expert support from people who get it, because we live it. We believe in the universal truths of pet parenthood &mdash; the boundless boops, missing slippers, late night zoomies and everything in between. And we&rsquo;re here for it. Every tail wag, every vet visit, every step of the way. We are <b>29,000+</b> strong and together we nurture the pet-human bond in more than <b>1,500</b> Petco stores across the U.S., Mexico and Puerto Rico, <b>250+</b> Vetco Total Care hospitals, hundreds of preventive care clinics and eight distribution centers. In 1999, we founded Petco Love. Together, we support thousands of local animal welfare groups nationwide and have helped find homes for approximately <b>7 million animals</b> through in-store adoption events.
</div><div>As a <b>Companion Animal Specialist</b>, you are the primary expert and advocate for the health, welfare, and proper care of companion animals and aquatic life within the Pet Care Center (PCC).</div><div>
You ensure exceptional animal care and habitat maintenance while supporting sales, merchandising, and inventory execution. In close partnership with the sales team, you help deliver outstanding customer experience by combining deep animal-care knowledge with strong operational discipline. This role is ideal for someone passionate about animal welfare who enjoys teaching others and contributing to a collaborative team environment.</div><div><b>
What You&rsquo;ll Do</b></div><div><b>
Pet First</b></div><ul><li>
Ensure the health, safety, and proper care of all companion animals and aquatic life in accordance with Petco standards, policies, and procedures.</li><li>
Complete and verify required animal care tasks, including hourly animal health checks, wellness documentation, maintenance logs, and incident reports.</li><li>
Ensure proper handling, documentation, and care of relinquished and adoption animals.</li><li>
Serve as the primary resource for animal care education for customers and PCC partners.</li><li>
Adhere to and promote all safety, animal welfare, and loss prevention procedures.</li></ul><div><b>
Foster the Fun</b></div><ul><li>
Deliver knowledgeable, compassionate, and solution-focused service to customers.</li><li>
Actively support customer interactions using Petco&rsquo;s selling model.</li><li>
Promote a culture of teamwork, inclusion, and collaboration across the PCC.</li><li>
Mentor and educate partners on animal care standards, maintenance routines, and best practices.</li><li>
Maintain professional, clean, and well-presented animal habitats and aquatic areas.</li></ul><div><b>
Let&rsquo;s Go!</b></div><ul><li>
Support the achievement of department sales, margin, and shrink goals.</li><li>
Ensure merchandise is stocked, priced, and displayed to Petco standards, with a primary focus on companion animals and aquatics.</li><li>
Efficiently order live animals, supplies, and related merchandise in partnership with the sales team to support inventory integrity and business goals.</li><li>
Analyze inventory data and identify opportunities to improve in-stock levels, shrink, and operational efficiency.</li><li>
Participate in animal and aquatic-related physical inventory counts.</li><li>
Assist with opening and closing procedures as assigned.</li><li>
Perform additional duties and special projects as needed to support Pet Care Center operations.</li></ul><div><b>
Key Responsibilities</b></div><div><b>
Animal Care &amp; Maintenance</b></div><ul><li>
Verify all animal care and maintenance tasks are completed according to established schedules.</li><li>
Perform routine housekeeping duties, including cleaning habitats and tanks, sweeping and mopping floors, dusting, and facing merchandise.</li><li>
Ensure compliance with all regulatory, operational, and safety standards.</li></ul><div><b>
Customer Experience &amp; Sales Support</b></div><ul><li>
Process register transactions accurately and efficiently.</li><li>
Evaluate customer needs and escalate concerns to the Leader on Duty when appropriate.</li><li>
Support Omni-channel and in-store initiatives through consistent execution and customer engagement.</li></ul><div><b>
What Success Looks Like</b></div><ul><li>
Animals are healthy, safe, and cared for to Petco&rsquo;s highest standards.</li><li>
Customers trust the team&rsquo;s expertise and return for guidance and solutions.</li><li>
Animal habitats and aquatic areas are clean, compliant, and visually appealing.</li><li>
Inventory and merchandising support sales while minimizing shrink.</li><li>
Partners feel supported and informed through shared animal-care knowledge.</li></ul><div><b>
What You Bring</b></div><div><b>
Experience &amp; Skills</b></div><ul><li>
Minimum of 1 year of experience working with or caring for companion animals and aquatic life.</li><li>
Strong knowledge of animal care, husbandry, and maintenance practices.</li><li>
Demonstrated ability to educate others and communicate effectively.</li><li>
Strong customer service mindset with an aptitude for selling behaviors.</li><li>
Basic business, math, and inventory management skills.</li><li>
Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.</li></ul><ul><li>
High school diploma or GED preferred.</li><li>
Completion and ongoing maintenance of the Petco Animal Care Certification Program required.</li></ul><div><b>
Essential Functions &amp; Work Environment</b></div><div>
This role is performed in a <b>Pet Care Center retail environment</b> and requires active engagement on the sales floor.</div><ul><li>
The role requires frequent standing and walking, as well as bending, kneeling, reaching, and lifting.</li><li>
Ability to safely lift and move merchandise, supplies, or animals weighing up to 50 pounds.</li><li>
Regular engagement with customers on the sales floor, including providing customer assistance and performing cashiering and point-of-sale transactions.</li><li>
Must be able to work in proximity to animals, including exposure to animal dander, odors, noises, and cleaning chemicals.</li><li>
Flexible availability to support Pet Care Center operating hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.</li></ul><div>
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this role.</div><div><b>
Why You&rsquo;ll Love It Here</b></div><ul><li>
Purpose-driven work that makes a difference for pets and people.</li><li>
A welcoming, inclusive team environment.</li><li>
Opportunities to learn, grow, and explore career paths.</li><li>
A fun, fast-paced role where no two days are the same.</li></ul><div><b>
Start Rate: </b>$17.94</div><div>
For a more detailed overview of Petco Total Rewards, including health and financial benefits, 401K, incentives, and PTO - see https://careers.petco.com/us/en/key-benefits<div>
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Petco Animal Supplies, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or any other protected classification.</div><div><br>
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Animal Care Specialist

<ul><div>Vet Services
</div><div>R352762
</div><div>Full time
</div><div>Not Remote
</div><div>17930 Halsted St, Homewood, IL 60430 United States</div></ul>
<br><div><div><div>Want to help pets live their best lives?</div><div>
We&rsquo;re proud to be where the pets go and where the <i>pet people</i> go. If you want to make a real difference, create an exciting career path, feel welcome to be your whole self and nurture your wellbeing, <b>Petco is the place for you</b>.
</div><div>Our core values capture that spirit as we work to improve lives by doing what&rsquo;s right for pets and people.
</div><ul><li><b>Pet First &ndash; Protect &amp; Empower.</b> All pets should <b>Live their Best Life.</b> We put the needs of pets and pet parents at the center of everything we do.
</li><li><b>Foster the Fun &ndash; Connect &amp; Bond.</b> Our <b>Passion</b> for pets brings us together! We celebrate the journey of pet parenthood through district experiences, products, and services.
</li><li><b>Let&rsquo;s Go! Own &amp; Commit.</b> We are stronger as <b>One Petco team.</b> We bring our unique superpowers and champion authenticity in everyone to drive success.
</li></ul><div>About Petco:</div><div>
We&rsquo;re proud to be <b>&quot;where the pets go&quot;</b> to find everything they need to live their best lives for more than 60 years &mdash; from their favorite meals and toys, to trusted supplies and expert support from people who get it, because we live it. We believe in the universal truths of pet parenthood &mdash; the boundless boops, missing slippers, late night zoomies and everything in between. And we&rsquo;re here for it. Every tail wag, every vet visit, every step of the way. We are <b>29,000+</b> strong and together we nurture the pet-human bond in more than <b>1,500</b> Petco stores across the U.S., Mexico and Puerto Rico, <b>250+</b> Vetco Total Care hospitals, hundreds of preventive care clinics and eight distribution centers. In 1999, we founded Petco Love. Together, we support thousands of local animal welfare groups nationwide and have helped find homes for approximately <b>7 million animals</b> through in-store adoption events.
</div><div><b>Position Purpose:
</b></div><div>The purpose of this Veterinarian Technician position inherently involves providing excellent veterinary care to our Vetco Total Care full-service hospital patients and phenomenal customer care to their owners. The Veterinary Technician represents the mission and values to all clients and partners. Our Veterinary Technicians set the tone for the technical and customer support team in the hospital, and are responsible, like all team members, for fostering cohesion and motivation within the hospital partners.</div><div>
All hospital partners are responsible for performing duties in a way that creates an environment in which:</div><ul><li><div>
The patient&rsquo;s needs always come first.</div></li><li><div>
Every team member understands that they have the power to do what it takes to create an exceptional customer and patient experience.</div></li><li><div>
contentious issues are dealt with and resolved as they occur when possible, or as soon as is possible.</div></li><li><div>
exceptional teamwork and commitment to shared goals benefits the entire organization.</div></li></ul><div><b>
Essential Job Functions:</b></div><div>
The incumbent must be able to perform all the following duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation:
</div><ul><li><div>Greet clients and patients arriving for appointments or walk-ins and escort into an exam room, obtain weight and vital signs (temperature, pulse, respirations, pain score, body condition score), record all in the electronic medical record, and begin documentation of the patient visit in the electronic medical record by obtaining and recording a thorough patient history.</div></li><li><div>
Assist veterinarian with appointments (routine and emergency), surgery, dentistry, and euthanasia's, taking direct supervision from the veterinarian(s) and the Hospital Office Manager or Hospital Leader on Duty.</div></li><li><div>
Perform patient restraint, obtain and process laboratory samples, handle and dispense medications at the direction of the veterinarian, and maintain the electronic medical record.</div></li><li><div>
Schedule appointments, communicate with and educate clients, relay test results to doctor and clients, maintain and update inventory as well as client/patient records, and manage accounts receivable.</div></li><li><div>
Prepare patients for surgical and dental procedures, safely support induction and monitoring of anesthetized patients including checking and recording vital parameters (under direction of the veterinarian), monitor patients during recovery, and prepare them for discharge to owner or transfer to an overnight care facility as needed.</div></li></ul><ul><li><div>
Provide in-hospital treatments for sick patients including giving injectable and oral medications as well as intravenous therapies; keep patients clean, watered, and fed (when indicated and directed by veterinarian), and safely walk canine patients when necessary for elimination.</div></li><li><div>
Participate in the training of new staff members and general dissemination of knowledge as required.</div></li><li><div>
Keep hospital environment neat and clean; perform regular cleaning of environment based on necessity as well as based on a pre-determined maintenance schedule.</div></li></ul><div><b>
Other Duties and Responsibilities:</b></div><ul><li><div>
Perform additional duties as assigned.</div></li><li><div>
Provide backup phone and front desk support as needed.</div></li></ul><div><b>
Nature of Supervision:
</b></div><div>In all activities related to the care of patients, the Veterinary Technician will take direct supervision from the veterinarians as well as the Hospital Office Manager or Hospital Leader on Duty. For purposes of overall supervision, the Veterinary Technician takes direction from the Hospital Office Manager.</div><div><b>
Planning and Problem Solving:</b></div><div>
Like all team members, the Veterinary Technician plays a crucial role in ensuring that day-to-day operation of the hospital is efficient and provides an optimal experience for our patients and clients.</div><div><b>
Impact:
</b></div><div>This position will impact the organization by contributing to the growth of a productive practice while focusing on a high-quality standard of care. From an overall hospital organizational standpoint, this position in critical to ensuring that we have a cohesive, well-trained, and motivated technical team. The desired result is the creation of an optimal environment that ensures employee retention, patient well-being, and customer satisfaction.</div><div><b>
Supervisory Responsibility:</b></div><div>
This position has no immediate supervisory duties.</div><div><b>
Education/Experience:
</b></div><ul><li><div>College or college-equivalent education (completed) as required in becoming a Credentialed Veterinary Technician in the state in which the hospital is located.</div></li><li><div>
Must have at least 1-year previous experience as a Veterinary Technician or working in a veterinary practice.</div></li><li><div>
Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills.</div></li><li><div>
Must be compassionate and sympathetic and be able to maintain a professional attitude and demeanor during emotional and stressful situations.</div></li><li><div>
Must have telephone and computer skills.</div></li><li><div>
Must be a team player willing to learn new techniques and treatments, offer creative ideas, and accept change.</div></li></ul><div><b>
Work Environment:
</b></div><div>The majority of job duties are conducted in the Vetco Total Care full-service hospital. Position requires bending, kneeling, lifting (up to 30 pounds, as necessary) and standing for long periods of time. A large amount of this partner&rsquo;s time will be spent in direct contact with clients and their pets.</div><div><b>
Contacts:</b></div><div>
This position will regularly communicate with clients, veterinary specialists, and companies that provide products and/or services that the practice utilizes.</div><div>
The pay ranges outlined below are presented in accordance with state-specific regulations. These ranges may differ in other areas and could be subject to variation based on regulatory minimum wage requirements. Actual pay rates will depend on factors such as position, location, level of experience, and applicable state or local minimum wage laws. If the regulatory minimum wage exceeds the minimum indicated in the pay range below, the regulatory minimum wage will be the minimum rate applied.</div><div><b>
Salary Range: </b>$18.00 - $28.50</div><div>
Hourly or Salary Range will be reflected above. For a more detailed overview of Petco Total Rewards, including health and financial benefits, 401K, incentives, and PTO - see https://careers.petco.com/us/en/key-benefits<div>
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Petco Animal Supplies, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or any other protected classification.</div><div><br>
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Certified Veterinary Technician

Mercer University

<div><h1 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Application Instructions:</b></h1><p></p><p><b>
External Applicants:</b> Please upload your <b>resume</b> on the<b> Apply</b> screen. Your application will automatically populate your resume details, and you may verify and update data on the <b>My Information</b> page.</p><p></p><p><br>
IMPORTANT: Please review the job posting and load <b>ALL</b><b> </b>documents required in the job posting to the Resume/CV document upload section at the bottom of the <b>My Experience</b> application page. Use the <b>Select Files</b> button to add multiple documents including your Resume/CV, references, cover letter, and any other supporting documents required in the job posting. The &quot;<b>My Experience&quot;</b> page is the only opportunity to add your required supporting document attachments. <b><i>You will not be able to modify your application after you submit it</i></b><b>.</b></p><p><br>
</p><p><b>Current Mercer University Employees</b><b>:</b> Apply from your existing <b>Workday</b> account. <b>Do not apply from the external careers website</b>. Log in to <b>Workday </b>and type <b>Jobs Hub</b> in the search bar. Locate the position and click <b>Apply</b>.</p><p></p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Job Title:</b></h2>
Animal Caretaker/Laboratory Assistant<p></p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b><br>
Department:</b></h2>
Biomedical Sciences<p></p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b><br>
College/Division:</b></h2>
School Of Medicine<p></p><p><b><br>
Primary Job Posting Location:</b></p>
Columbus, GA 31901<p></p><p><b>
Additional Job Posting Locations:</b></p><p><i>
(Other locations that this position could be based)</i></p><p></p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Job Details:</b></h2>
Mercer University School of Medicine is seeking a highly qualified Animal Caretaker/Laboratory Assistant on the Columbus, GA campus.<p></p><p><b><br>
Responsibilities</b>:</p><p>
The Animal Caretaker and Laboratory Assistant (ACLA) provides daily care for laboratory animals and maintains animal care facilities at the Mercer University School of Medicine according to USDA, PHS, and OLAW standards. Under direct supervision, the ACLA will carry out duties in the research laboratories to include oversight of laboratory coats and animal care uniforms. The ACLA works closely with the other animal care staff, but not in a supervised capacity.</p><p></p><p><b>
Qualifications</b>:</p><p>
A high school diploma or GED is required. Prior animal care experience is preferred.</p><p></p><p><b>
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:</b></p><ul><li><p>
Must be able to learn and apply basic principles and practices of laboratory animal care and facility maintenance.</p></li><li><p>
Must be able to keep written records of animal health, daily tasks, and facility conditions.</p></li><li><p>
Must be able to use e-mail.</p></li><li><p>
With or without reasonable accommodations, must be able to lift 20 pounds from the squat position to shoulder height, and 50 pounds to the waist height.</p></li><li><p>
Must be able to work with disinfectants, germicides, and cleaning agents commonly used in the animal care facility.</p></li><li><p>
Must be able to work on weekends and holidays in the animal care facility on a regular basis. Weekend and holiday hours are not shared with other MUSM employees and are the sole responsibility of the caretaker.</p></li></ul><p></p><div><b><br>
Background Check Contingencies</b>:<br>
<ul><li>Criminal History Check</li></ul></div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p><b><br>
Document Attachments</b>:</p><ul><li>Resume</li><li>Cover Letter</li><li>List of three professional references with contact information</li></ul></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div><p></p><p><b><br>
About Mercer University</b></p><p>
Founded in 1833, Mercer University is a distinguished private institution recognized for its commitment to academic excellence, leadership development, and community engagement. With campuses across Georgia, Mercer&rsquo;s twelve schools and colleges offer a wide range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs. The university cultivates a close-knit, student-centered environment where innovation, service, and personal growth are deeply valued. Mercer&rsquo;s employees are at the heart of its mission, dedicated to advancing innovation, supporting student success, and strengthening both our local and global communities through service. At Mercer, we believe in the power of relationships and the importance of in-person collaboration. Accordingly, our employees are expected to serve in-person as it fosters real-time problem solving, mentoring, and the meaningful connections that strengthen both our work and service to our students and the broader university community.</p><p></p><p><b>
Why Work at Mercer University</b></p><p>
Mercer University offers a variety of benefits for eligible employees including <b>comprehensive health insurance</b> (for self and dependents), <b>generous retirement contributions</b>, <b>tuition waivers</b>, <b>paid vacation and sick leave</b>, <b>technology discounts, s</b><b>chedules that allow for work-life balance, </b>and so much more!</p><p></p><p>
At Mercer University, a Bear is more than a mascot: it's a frame of mind that begins with a strong desire to make the most out of your career. Mercer Bears do not settle for mediocrity or the status quo. If you're seeking an environment where your passion and determination are embraced, then you want to work at Mercer University.
</p><p></p><div><div><div><div><div><div><p>For more information, please visit: https://hr.mercer.edu/prospective/</p></div></div></div></div></div></div><p></p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Scheduled Weekly Hours:</b></h2>
40<p></p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b><br>
Job Family:</b></h2>
Staff Research and Lab Services Non-exempt<p></p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b><br>
EEO Statement:</b></h2><p>
EEO/Veteran/Disability</p></div><p></p>

Animal Caretaker/Laboratory Assistant

<ul><div>In Store Jobs
</div><div>R356603
</div><div>Part time
</div><div>Not Remote
</div><div>825 Hartford Road, Waterford, CT 06385 United States</div></ul>
<br><div><div><div>Want to help pets live their best lives?</div><div>
We&rsquo;re proud to be where the pets go and where the <i>pet people</i> go. If you want to make a real difference, create an exciting career path, feel welcome to be your whole self and nurture your wellbeing, <b>Petco is the place for you</b>.
</div><div>Our core values capture that spirit as we work to improve lives by doing what&rsquo;s right for pets and people.
</div><ul><li><b>Pet First &ndash; Protect &amp; Empower.</b> All pets should <b>Live their Best Life.</b> We put the needs of pets and pet parents at the center of everything we do.
</li><li><b>Foster the Fun &ndash; Connect &amp; Bond.</b> Our <b>Passion</b> for pets brings us together! We celebrate the journey of pet parenthood through district experiences, products, and services.
</li><li><b>Let&rsquo;s Go! Own &amp; Commit.</b> We are stronger as <b>One Petco team.</b> We bring our unique superpowers and champion authenticity in everyone to drive success.
</li></ul><div>About Petco:</div><div>
We&rsquo;re proud to be <b>&quot;where the pets go&quot;</b> to find everything they need to live their best lives for more than 60 years &mdash; from their favorite meals and toys, to trusted supplies and expert support from people who get it, because we live it. We believe in the universal truths of pet parenthood &mdash; the boundless boops, missing slippers, late night zoomies and everything in between. And we&rsquo;re here for it. Every tail wag, every vet visit, every step of the way. We are <b>29,000+</b> strong and together we nurture the pet-human bond in more than <b>1,500</b> Petco stores across the U.S., Mexico and Puerto Rico, <b>250+</b> Vetco Total Care hospitals, hundreds of preventive care clinics and eight distribution centers. In 1999, we founded Petco Love. Together, we support thousands of local animal welfare groups nationwide and have helped find homes for approximately <b>7 million animals</b> through in-store adoption events.
</div><div>As a <b>Companion Animal Specialist</b>, you are the primary expert and advocate for the health, welfare, and proper care of companion animals and aquatic life within the Pet Care Center (PCC).</div><div>
You ensure exceptional animal care and habitat maintenance while supporting sales, merchandising, and inventory execution. In close partnership with the sales team, you help deliver outstanding customer experience by combining deep animal-care knowledge with strong operational discipline. This role is ideal for someone passionate about animal welfare who enjoys teaching others and contributing to a collaborative team environment.</div><div><b>
What You&rsquo;ll Do</b></div><div><b>
Pet First</b></div><ul><li>
Ensure the health, safety, and proper care of all companion animals and aquatic life in accordance with Petco standards, policies, and procedures.</li><li>
Complete and verify required animal care tasks, including hourly animal health checks, wellness documentation, maintenance logs, and incident reports.</li><li>
Ensure proper handling, documentation, and care of relinquished and adoption animals.</li><li>
Serve as the primary resource for animal care education for customers and PCC partners.</li><li>
Adhere to and promote all safety, animal welfare, and loss prevention procedures.</li></ul><div><b>
Foster the Fun</b></div><ul><li>
Deliver knowledgeable, compassionate, and solution-focused service to customers.</li><li>
Actively support customer interactions using Petco&rsquo;s selling model.</li><li>
Promote a culture of teamwork, inclusion, and collaboration across the PCC.</li><li>
Mentor and educate partners on animal care standards, maintenance routines, and best practices.</li><li>
Maintain professional, clean, and well-presented animal habitats and aquatic areas.</li></ul><div><b>
Let&rsquo;s Go!</b></div><ul><li>
Support the achievement of department sales, margin, and shrink goals.</li><li>
Ensure merchandise is stocked, priced, and displayed to Petco standards, with a primary focus on companion animals and aquatics.</li><li>
Efficiently order live animals, supplies, and related merchandise in partnership with the sales team to support inventory integrity and business goals.</li><li>
Analyze inventory data and identify opportunities to improve in-stock levels, shrink, and operational efficiency.</li><li>
Participate in animal and aquatic-related physical inventory counts.</li><li>
Assist with opening and closing procedures as assigned.</li><li>
Perform additional duties and special projects as needed to support Pet Care Center operations.</li></ul><div><b>
Key Responsibilities</b></div><div><b>
Animal Care &amp; Maintenance</b></div><ul><li>
Verify all animal care and maintenance tasks are completed according to established schedules.</li><li>
Perform routine housekeeping duties, including cleaning habitats and tanks, sweeping and mopping floors, dusting, and facing merchandise.</li><li>
Ensure compliance with all regulatory, operational, and safety standards.</li></ul><div><b>
Customer Experience &amp; Sales Support</b></div><ul><li>
Process register transactions accurately and efficiently.</li><li>
Evaluate customer needs and escalate concerns to the Leader on Duty when appropriate.</li><li>
Support Omni-channel and in-store initiatives through consistent execution and customer engagement.</li></ul><div><b>
What Success Looks Like</b></div><ul><li>
Animals are healthy, safe, and cared for to Petco&rsquo;s highest standards.</li><li>
Customers trust the team&rsquo;s expertise and return for guidance and solutions.</li><li>
Animal habitats and aquatic areas are clean, compliant, and visually appealing.</li><li>
Inventory and merchandising support sales while minimizing shrink.</li><li>
Partners feel supported and informed through shared animal-care knowledge.</li></ul><div><b>
What You Bring</b></div><div><b>
Experience &amp; Skills</b></div><ul><li>
Minimum of 1 year of experience working with or caring for companion animals and aquatic life.</li><li>
Strong knowledge of animal care, husbandry, and maintenance practices.</li><li>
Demonstrated ability to educate others and communicate effectively.</li><li>
Strong customer service mindset with an aptitude for selling behaviors.</li><li>
Basic business, math, and inventory management skills.</li><li>
Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.</li></ul><ul><li>
High school diploma or GED preferred.</li><li>
Completion and ongoing maintenance of the Petco Animal Care Certification Program required.</li></ul><div><b>
Essential Functions &amp; Work Environment</b></div><div>
This role is performed in a <b>Pet Care Center retail environment</b> and requires active engagement on the sales floor.</div><ul><li>
The role requires frequent standing and walking, as well as bending, kneeling, reaching, and lifting.</li><li>
Ability to safely lift and move merchandise, supplies, or animals weighing up to 50 pounds.</li><li>
Regular engagement with customers on the sales floor, including providing customer assistance and performing cashiering and point-of-sale transactions.</li><li>
Must be able to work in proximity to animals, including exposure to animal dander, odors, noises, and cleaning chemicals.</li><li>
Flexible availability to support Pet Care Center operating hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.</li></ul><div>
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this role.</div><div><b>
Why You&rsquo;ll Love It Here</b></div><ul><li>
Purpose-driven work that makes a difference for pets and people.</li><li>
A welcoming, inclusive team environment.</li><li>
Opportunities to learn, grow, and explore career paths.</li><li>
A fun, fast-paced role where no two days are the same.</li></ul><div><b>
Start Rate: </b>$17.94</div><div>
For a more detailed overview of Petco Total Rewards, including health and financial benefits, 401K, incentives, and PTO - see https://careers.petco.com/us/en/key-benefits<div>
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Petco Animal Supplies, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or any other protected classification.</div><div><br>
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