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MAMurray Animal Hospital
Murray Animal HospitalVeterinary Services

Animal Care Assistant

Location

Murray, Kentucky, United States

Work type

Onsite

Employment

Full Time

Experience

0-1 years

Compensation

Compensation not disclosed

Posted

4h ago

Summary and responsibilities

Role overview

Summary

Assist in the daily care and well-being of animals, ensuring a safe, clean, and nurturing environment. Responsibilities include feeding, cleaning, assisting with handling, and observing animal behavior, while maintaining safety and sanitation protocols.

Job Summary
We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Animal Care Assistant to join our team in Murray, KY. The ideal candidate will assist in the daily care and well-being of animals, ensuring a safe, clean, and nurturing environment. This role is perfect for individuals who love working with animals and want to contribute to their health and happiness.

Key Responsibilities

  • Feed, water, and monitor animals according to established schedules and dietary requirements.

  • Clean and maintain animal living areas, including cages, kennels, and common spaces.

  • Assist with animal handling during routine health checks, treatments, and grooming.

  • Observe and report any changes in animal behavior or health to supervisors or veterinary staff.

  • Support the team with daily operations, including inventory management of supplies and equipment.

  • Ensure compliance with all safety and sanitation protocols.

  • Provide compassionate care and attention to animals to promote their well-being.

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent.

  • Previous experience working with animals preferred but not required.

  • Ability to handle animals safely and with care.

  • Strong communication and teamwork skills.

  • Physical ability to perform tasks such as lifting, cleaning, and standing for extended periods.

  • Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays if needed.

Updated 4h ago

Candidate fit

Skills and qualifications

Additional skills

Animal handling • 1+ yrs
Communication • 1+ yrs
Teamwork • 1+ yrs
Inventory management • 1+ yrs
Safety protocols • 1+ yrs
Sanitation protocols • 1+ yrs
Compassionate care • 1+ yrs

Experience

0-1 years

How this role is positioned

Role classification

Job domains

Operations

Industries

Wildlife & Conservation
Healthcare & Pharma

Employment

Full Time

Contract duration

Permanent

Hiring type

Direct

Global hiring

Location specific

Offer details

Compensation and benefits

Compensation

Compensation not disclosed

VisibilityShared on listing
CurrencyUSD
PeriodYearly

Location, schedule, and role shape

Work setup

Work conditions

Primary locationMurray, Kentucky, United States
Work typeOnsite
Global hiringNo

Bandwidth profile

peopleMedium6/10
physicalHigh8/10
cognitiveMedium5/10
executionHigh8/10
creativityLow2/10
uncertaintyMedium5/10
communicationMedium6/10

Context on the employer

Company snapshot

Company

Murray Animal Hospital

Team size

Growing team

Location

Murray, Kentucky, United States

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Animal Care Assistant to join our team in Murray, KY. The ideal candidate will assist in the daily care and well-being of animals, ensuring a safe, clean, and nurturing environment. This role is perfect for individuals who love working with animals and want to contribute to their health and happiness.

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Animal Care Assistant

Murray, Kentucky, United StatesFull Time