Animal Attendant
Description
North Shore Veterinary Hospital is seeking a compassionate and reliable Full-Time Animal Attendant to join our team. Situated on Sydney's Lower North Shore, we are near the beautiful Sydney Harbour and have excellent access to Sydney's Public Transport network (Trains & Buses). At NSVH, we pride ourselves on our friendly, sociable teams and strong support network within the VetPartners community, offering opportunities for career development and progression.
About the role:
- Prepare the hospital and wards for incoming patients
- Clean cages, bedding, and patients as needed throughout the day, ensuring the hospital remains tidy and hygienic.
- Feed patients according to specific instructions.
- Walk hospital patients at the required times.
- Assist veterinary nurses with their duties.
- Monitor patients for any unusual or concerning behavior, communicating with fellow staff members when necessary.
About you:
The successful applicant will be someone who can:
- Take direction and work with initiative, adaptability, and the ability to work autonomously.
- Communicate effectively, both in writing and verbally.
- Be reliable, confident, and compassionate.
- Exhibit good organizational and time management skills.
- Show a caring and respectful approach toward all animals.
- Have a strong desire to learn new skills.
- Preferably be studying for a Cert II or III in Animal Studies, although all applicants are welcome to apply.
Why join us?
VetPartners is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity as a key element of our success. No matter your identity or background, if this role sounds like a good fit, we encourage you to ‘Apply Now’ or contact Victoria Nguyen on 0422882885 or [email protected].