Animal Care Attendant jobs in Reading, PA
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Animal Care Specialist
- Petco Animal Supplies Stores, Inc.
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Pottstown, PA
PART_TIME
- Create a healthier, brighter future for pets, pet parents and people! If you want to make a real difference, create an exciting career path, feel welcome to be your whole self and nurture your wellbeing, Petco is the place for you. Our core values capture that spirit as we work to improve lives by doing what’s right for pets, people and our planet. We love all pets like our own We’re the future of the pet industry We’re here to improve lives We drive outstanding results together We’re welcome as we are Petco is a category-defining health and wellness company focused on improving the lives of pets, pet parents and Petco partners. We are 29,000 strong, working together across 1,500 pet care centers, 250 Vetco Total Care hospitals, hundreds of preventive care clinics, eight distribution centers and two support centers. Position Responsibilities To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. Have a strong interest in animal welfare and possess a high level of knowledge of our companion animal and aquatic care. Ensure that all companion animals and aquatic life in the PCC are receiving appropriate care. This includes ensuring that all companion animal and aquatic life maintenance, companion animal incident reports and hourly animal health checks are completed as required. Process register transactions in a way that creates a great experience for each guest. Be proficient within our selling model and support guest interactions as needed. Ensure merchandise is stocked, priced, and displayed to create a great presentation for our guests. Complete and apply training programs to maintain a high level of expertise of their role and educate other PCC partners in animal care and maintenance. Promote a positive culture of teamwork, inclusion, and collaboration. Adhere to established operational guidelines, policies, and procedures. Evaluate guest inquiries and refers to the Leader on Duty as needed. Act as primary resource for guests and other PCC partners regarding all animal education and care. Efficiently orders companion animals and aquatic life, supplies and merchandise in partnership with the sales team to maximize sales, margin, and inventory. Analyzes department inventory management data and recommends areas for improvement. Perform routine housekeeping tasks as required to maintain the professional image and appearance of the companion animal habitat and aquatic areas, to include sweeping/mopping the floors, dusting, cleaning the tanks, facing the merchandise on the shelves, etc. Ensures the proper handling and documentation for all relinquished and adoption animals. Verifies animal related maintenance tasks are being completed as outlined on the Maintenance Schedules. Participates in the completion of all animal and aquatic life related physical inventory counts. Adheres to and promotes established safety and loss prevention procedures. Performs additional duties and projects as required or assigned with or without regular supervision. Other Essential Duties UTILIZE SELLING BEHAVIORS. You’re the key to providing an amazing guest experience within our Pet Care Center locations. Utilizing the behaviors within our Sales Model is critical to being able to identify and solve for their needs both today and in the future. CONTRIBUTE TO A SAFE ENVIRONMENT. You’ll be empowered through our training programs to maintain our safety protocols. Bottom line, the safety of partners, guests and pets is our #1 priority. BE A PART OF A COLLABORATIVE CULTURE. Being a great teammate is key to creating a culture that is centered around solving for the health and wellness needs of pets. ENGAGE IN YOUR CAREER: As you develop your skills and knowledge, you will have the opportunity to participate in developmental programs to support your continued growth throughout your career. Basic Qualifications Minimum of one year of experience working with and/or caring for companion animals and aquatic aquatic life is required for this position. Qualified applicants will possess a high level of knowledge of companion animals and aquatic life and an aptitude for sales techniques. In addition to having a professional appearance and demeanor, applicants must also demonstrate a keen and genuine interest in animals and their care. Good interpersonal and verbal communication skills are necessary due to the nature of interaction with the public and other partners and leaders within the PCC as well as external veterinary partners. Certification Completing and maintaining of the Petco Animal Care Certification program is required in this role. Education/Skills In addition to a high school diploma or its equivalent (GED), an applicant must be able to demonstrate proficiency in the areas of mathematics and basic accounting relationships and exhibit exceptional communication skills. Supervisory Responsibility Ensures partners are providing quick and courteous service to all guests throughout the Pet Care Center. Ensures high merchandising standards are maintained throughout the Pet Care Center. Ensures that the Pet Care Center is opened and / or closed in accordance with established P&Ps as it applies to SFS operations. In partnership with the Pet Care Center leaders, ensure proper Pet Care Center attendance processes are being maintained. Adhere to and promote established safety procedures for partners, guests, and pets. Work Environment The majority of job duties are conducted indoors, although guest carryouts and veterinary visits will require that a partner leave the PCC briefly. Because this position requires bending, kneeling, moving merchandise (up to 50 pounds, as necessary) and standing for long periods of time, there may be risk of injury resulting from not following procedures. Ability and willingness to a flexible schedule including evenings and weekends to meet PCC needs. Equal Opportunity Employer Petco Health & Wellness, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or any other protected classification. Petco Animal Supplies, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or any other protected classification. To translate this webpage to Spanish or other languages on your internet browser click the translate button to the right of your browser address bar. Additional instruction can be found here: https://support.google.com/chrome/answer/173424?hl=en-GB&co=GENIE.Platform=Desktop Para traducir esta página web al español u otros idiomas en su navegador de Internet, haga clic en el botón de traducción a la derecha de la barra de direcciones de su navegador. Puede encontrar instrucciones adicionales aquí: https://support.google.com/chrome/answer/173424?hl=en-GB&co=GENIE.Platform=Desktop Our vision at Petco is Healthier Pets. Happier People. Better World. We’re making things better for pets, people and the planet through our Think Adoption First philosophy, the Petco Foundation and other important initiatives that focus on putting animals first, educating pet parents and reducing our carbon footprint. The journey starts with knowledgeable, passionately engaged associates who are proud to recommend Petco as a place to work, who believe in our Vision and who are committed to delivering a superior customer experience. From our retail stores and our network of Distribution Centers to our Corporate offices, you'll work with others who share your values and commitment. We seek individuals who are passionate about animal welfare, have great people skills and are driven to grow and advance in their careers with us. Our ongoing growth is creating exceptional opportunities for professional development and personal enrichment throughout our organization.
- 25 Days Ago
Animal Care Specialist
- Pennsylvania SPCA
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Chester Springs, PA
FULL_TIME
- SUMMARY: The Animal Care Specialist is primarily responsible for working to fulfill the Pennsylvania SPCA’s mission to protect animals, prevent cruelty and to improve the health and quality of life th...
- 2 Days Ago
Animal Care Specialist
- Petco
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Stowe, PA
PART_TIME
- Create a healthier, brighter future for pets, pet parents and people! If you want to make a real difference, create an exciting career path, feel welcome to be your whole self and nurture your wellbei...
- 1 Month Ago
Store Team Member (Cashier, Stocker, Animal Care)
- Pet Supplies Plus
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Shillington, PA
PART_TIME
- Overview Did you know bearded dragons grow up to 2 feet long? Or that the average life span for an umbrella cockatoo is 50 years? Our team members are pet lovers and like to know it all! Responsibilit...
- 3 Days Ago
Store Team Member (Cashier, Stocker, Animal Care)
- Pet Supplies Plus
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Hamburg, PA
PART_TIME
- Overview Did you know bearded dragons grow up to 2 feet long? Or that the average life span for an umbrella cockatoo is 50 years? Our team members are pet lovers and like to know it all! Responsibilit...
- 28 Days Ago
Veterinary Assistant/Receptionist
- Pottsgrove Animal Hospital
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Pottstown, PA
PART_TIME
- Part Time Veterinary Assistant / Receptionist wanted for single doctor practice. Evening hours and weekends needed. Duties include answering phones, making appointments, holding patients, lab work and...
- 2 Days Ago
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Animal Care Attendant (overnight)
- VCA Antech, Inc.
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Newtown Square, PA
- The successful candidate will share our commitment to delivering exceptional service to our loyal clientele and the high...
- 5/11/2024 12:00:00 AM
Doggie Daycare - Animal Care Attendant
- Playful Pups Retreat
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Elizabethtown, PA
- Playful Pups Retreat in Elizabethtown, PA is looking to hire a part-time or full-time Doggie Daycare - Animal Care Atten...
- 5/11/2024 12:00:00 AM
Animal Care Attendant *Up to $16/hr
- VCA Antech, Inc.
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Newtown Square, PA
- Full Job Description We are seeking an experienced Animal Care Attendant to join our team. The successful candidate will...
- 5/11/2024 12:00:00 AM
Animal Care Attendant *Up to $16/hr
- VCA Animal Hospitals
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Newtown Square, PA
- Full Job Description We are seeking an experienced Animal Care Attendant to join our team. The successful candidate will...
- 5/11/2024 12:00:00 AM
Full-time Animal Keeper
- Aza
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Norristown, PA
- Elmwood Park Zoo Full-time Animal Keeper Position: Full Time Animal Keeper Organizational Relationship: Reports to: Dire...
- 5/11/2024 12:00:00 AM
Animal Caretaker C-Grade 8 - Comparative Medicine
- Pennsylvania State University
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Hershey, PA
- APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: + CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to...
- 5/11/2024 12:00:00 AM
Animal Care Taker C-Grade 8 - Comparative Medicine
- Pennsylvania State University
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Hershey, PA
- APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: + CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to...
- 5/11/2024 12:00:00 AM
Veterinary Technician
- Patt Veterinary Hospital
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Gilbertsville, PA
- Job Description Job Description Benefits/Perks Flexible Scheduling Career Advancement Opportunities Competitive Compensa...
- 5/8/2024 12:00:00 AM
About Reading, Pennsylvania
Reading (/ˈrɛdɪŋ/ RED-ing; Pennsylvania German: Reddin) is a city in and the county seat of Berks County, Pennsylvania, United States. With a population of 87,575, it is the fifth-largest city in Pennsylvania. Located in the southeastern part of the state, it is the principal city of the Greater Reading Area, and is furthermore included in the Philadelphia-Reading-Camden PA-NJ-DE-MD Combined Statistical Area.
The city, which is approximately halfway between the state's most populous city, Philadelphia, and the state capital, Harrisburg (as well as about halfway between Allentown and Lancaster)...
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Income Estimation for Animal Care Attendant jobs
$28,156 to $51,131
Reading, Pennsylvania area prices
were up 1.5% from a year ago
were up 1.5% from a year ago
What does an Animal Care Attendant do?
Animal Care Attendant in Hilliard, OH
Follows proper safety protocols for people and animals and sets a high standard for quality animal handling.
December 06, 2022
Provides quality service to clients, partners, and staff recognizing their individual contribution to the success of our organization.
January 18, 2023
Assists with observing and documenting animal behavior and health that may inform euthanasia decisions as necessary.
January 25, 2023
Cleans, sanitizes, and disinfects animal living environments to ensure overall animal health and comfort.
April 21, 2023
Animal Care Attendant in Mount Laurel, NJ
Support the day-to-day care of hospitalized pets and for the cleanliness and sanitation of the Hospital.
January 26, 2023
Animal Care Attendant in Victoria, TX
Maintains the grounds of the property including waste disposal, light maintenance of landscape upkeep and general building maintenance.
April 06, 2023
Understands and carries out the weekly and monthly chore list to maintain the hospital cleanliness, the equipment, and overall appearance of the hospital.
May 04, 2023