Animal Care Specialist

3 weeks ago


Kansas City, United States Actalent Full time
Job DescriptionJob DescriptionAnimal Care Specialist

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Animal Care Specialist to join a small, family-owned animal clinic. In this role, you will provide essential care for animals by determining their requirements, assisting the veterinarian with examinations and diagnostic procedures, and supporting during operations. You will also be responsible for feeding, caring, and cleaning animals, maintaining records, and ensuring a safe and sterile environment.

Responsibilities
  • Determine animal requirements by conducting examinations and interviews.
  • Assist the veterinarian during examinations and diagnostic procedures.
  • Support surgical procedures by preparing the surgery table and instruments.
  • Feed and care for animals, ensuring their well-being.
  • Maintain records and document animal health and treatments.
  • Complete laboratory tests, studies, and diagnostic imaging.
  • Take vital signs and collect samples.
  • Administer medications, drugs, and vaccines.
  • Bandage and wrap wounds.
  • Place catheters and obtain blood gases as needed.
  • Maintain sterile conditions and ensure operating areas are sanitized.
  • Clean animal cages and equipment.
  • Enhance service reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
  • High School Diploma
  • Passion for animal wellness
  • Experience in animal health and veterinary care
Work Environment
  • The clinic operates Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:30 PM, with some Saturdays from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM, and is closed on Sundays.
  • Clinic Services/Procedures: biomedical testing, dental cleaning, orthopedic surgery, radiology, soft tissue surgery, wellness exams, vaccinations, and a variety of other services including artificial insemination, comprehensive sick exams, ear and eye care, microchipping, palliative care, and urgent care.
About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

  • Hiring diverse talent
  • Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
  • Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
  • Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.



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