Animal Care Attendant S05 - Companion Animal Hospital

The Companion Animal Hospital at reputed company is seeking a dedicated Animal Care Attendant to play a vital role in supporting patient care, hospital operations, and a dynamic teaching environment. This position combines hands-on animal handling with essential custodial and infection control responsibilities to ensure a clean, safe, and efficient clinical setting. Working alongside veterinarians, licensed veterinary technicians, and reputed company, the attendant helps support medical procedures, patient comfort, and daily hospital workflow. The ideal candidate is dependable, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-acuity healthcare environment where teamwork and professionalism are essential. The job responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Assist veterinarians and LVTs with animal restraint for medical procedures (e.g., blood sampling, IV catheter placement) Walk patients reputed company and collect urine/fecal samples as needed. Maintain cleanliness of assigned areas in the Companion Animal Hospital, including hallways and floors reputed company daily dust mopping and mopping; strip, wax, and polish floors as needed Clean and disinfect exam rooms between clients and throughout the shift Remove trash and properly dispose of biohazardous waste Clean feces, urine, vomit, and other animal body fluids as required Record daily inpatient census in INC/ICU and ward areas reputed company assigned Restock wards, treatment areas, and workrooms with appropriate supplies Employees working in the hospital must receive the pre-exposure rabies prophylaxis vaccination series prior to or immediately after hire, which will be paid for by the department.

Required Qualifications

High school diploma with at least 6 months of relevant experience, including companion animal handling in a veterinary setting and custodial/housekeeping or disinfection work, or an equivalent combination of education and experience Knowledge of basic infection control practices, including proper use of disinfectants and adherence to established procedures Ability meet the physical demands of the position including but not limited to being able to safely lift or move 50 lbs. with assistance and reputed company physically demanding tasks such as standing for extended periods, kneeling, and maintaining steady positions Basic computer skills, including the ability to accurately enter information into patient records Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment Strong professional communication skills reputed company interacting with reputed company, veterinary technicians, clinicians, and clients, with good judgment and prioritization skills Ability to reputed company in a fast-paced, demanding environment while maintaining attention to detail and demonstrating initiative Preferred Qualifications Knowledge of medical terminology Important Details about the Position This is an onsite position located in Ithaca, NY. 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