Are you a person of integrity and initiative? Do you have strong communication skills, an eagerness to learn, a "can do" attitude? Are you a team player, with the interpersonal skills to directly interact with clients, doctors, and colleagues with respect? Are you mature, patient, and compassionate? Do you have what it takes to learn how to engage with clients in the care and treatment of their pets through all stages of life, in sickness and in health? If you answered: "Yes," Arlington Dog and Cat Hospital is searching for you!
Our stellar team of veterinarians, veterinary technicians, and support staff enjoy working with colleagues who have a strong work ethic. We are reliable, responsible, thoughtful, kind, collaborative and detail oriented. We value working in a respectful, supportive, inclusive compassionate, "no drama" workplace. If these values resonate with you, please contact us.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to vigilant attention to animal safety; sanitizing kennel areas; mopping patient urine "spills;" picking up poop; maintaining cleanliness of the hospital; sanitizing work areas; and a willingness to participate in cross training to assist our team of veterinary assistants, client service representatives, technicians, and doctors.
Experience is preferred, but we are willing to train if you demonstrate the integrity, work ethic, and personality that our team is looking for in a colleague. Bilingual is a plus. Also, you must be 18 years of age; able to lift 40lbs; and able to move with speed, efficiency, and care throughout the hospital in the presence of animals; and be available to work a variety of shifts including most Saturdays and an occasional Sunday if needed.
Please note: Training may take up to 10-12 weeks. Your attendance during your entire training period is essential to your success as veterinary Assistant.
Please submit: (01) A cover letter that highlights your interest in veterinary medicine and why you you like to join our hard working, dedicated, compassionate veterinary team; (02) Your resume (03) A completed employment application found on our website under "contact us" @ www.arlingtondogandcat.com
Responsibilities include but are not limited to following any employee COVID-19 precautions including wearing a mask at all times in the building when advised and when interacting with clients outside of the building; vigilant attention to animal safety; sanitizing kennel areas; maintaining cleanliness of the hospital; and a willingness to participate in cross training to assist our client service representatives with our busy phone lines as needed.
Please email a cover letter that highlights why you are interested in joining our friendly, motivated, compassionate veterinary team along with your resume. Thank you!
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: From $16.75 per hour
Expected hours: 25 – 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Application Question(s):
- What do you know about Arlington Dog & Cat Hospital, and why are you interested in joining our dedicated , compassionate, hard working Team of veterinary professionals and paraprofessionals?
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Kearny, NJ 07032: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person