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VCA Animal Hospitals Animal Care Attendant, North End Animal Hospital in Halifax, Nova Scotia
Animal Care Attendant
Location: Halifax, NS
North End Animal Hospital welcomes a dependable and caring Animal Care Attendant to join our team this summer! This part-time or full-time opportunity includes a range of responsibilities which directly contribute to the efficient and effective daily operation of the hospital/clinic. In this role, you will help our clients and their pets feel welcomed and appreciated! Some of the attributes required and responsibilities include:
Caring for our patients; feeding, walking and offering a gentle voice of assurance
Ensure animal housing or enclosure is clean, sanitary and comfortable
Excellent customer service skills; a real aptitude for putting pets and pet parents at ease and creating a warm and welcoming environment
General housekeeping duties; pet holding areas and common areas when required
Willingness to learn more regarding; pet nutrition, veterinary services, updated medical office procedures and assisting the veterinary staff with various tasks and treatments
Capable of taking initiative and working both independently and collaboratively
A love of all companion animals!!
Schedule: This position will be a mix of days, evenings and weekends. Full-time or part-time option
What VCA Canada Offers
Join our team and you will make a huge difference in the lives of pets and their families! With an extensive network of hospitals across Canada, each location offers a diverse experience, a local community feel, and a caring culture of wellness and appreciation you can thrive in!
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Competitive wages and benefits!
Annual uniform allowance
Exceptional career development: there is room to grow here!
RRSP Employer 5 % Match Program – saving for your future just got easier!
Extensive online anytime-anywhere access to journals and textbooks
Employee Assistance Program to support your health and wellbeing
Referral Bonus Rewards
Opportunities to give back to your community through VCA initiatives
Generous personal pet care discounts
And extra perks like shopping discounts and cool wellness apps!
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