Animal Care Attendant jobs in Tuscaloosa, AL
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Animal Care Technician
- Tuscaloosa Metro Animal Shelter
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Tuscaloosa, AL
FULL_TIME
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This job is for 20-35 hours per week.
JOB SUMMARY
Responsible for maintaining proper disease control protocols, including cleaning of kennels/facility, laundry, providing care to the animals, and general maintenance of the facility. Essential jobs functions include, but aren’t limited to the following:
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
- Thorough cleaning of all areas including dog kennels, cat areas, dishes, laundry, floors, etc., each day (following all disease control and safety protocols). Spot cleaning of all areas will be required throughout the day.
- Monitor the health of the animals daily, report health problems or conditions.
- Restock supplies when needed.
- Walk dogs.
- Maintain cleanliness of overall organization (keep yard scooped, take out trash, and spot clean throughout the day).
- Animal feeding, bathing, general care.
- Engagement and assistance to the public.
- Transport animals to vet appointments, events, or help on rescue transports.
- Socialize animals and assess general temperament of animals as we engage playgroups.
- Other duties assigned.
- Will be cross trained to fill in in different areas as needed such as events, office areas, medical/behavior team, adoption office, etc.
- Treat all animals and people humanely and compassionately, regardless of the situation.
- Help ensure we always provide a safe environment for all the animals and members of the public.
- Vehicle maintenance and yard maintenance.
- Vet trips when assigned.
EDUCATION, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES
- Will be asked to communicate with the public daily in a professional manner. Good, clear communication, and customer services through both verbal and non-verbal forms. Must have ability to read and write (communication via email).
- Must be able to learn basic veterinary concepts such as vaccine protocols, deworming protocols, and information about diseases prevalent in animals.
- Must be able to stand or sit for 8 or more hours.
- Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds repeatedly throughout the day.
- Must be able to bend and kneel repeatedly.
- Must be able to work in potentially extreme environmental temperatures (we work inside and out).
- Must have good range of motion, have good vision, and possess good hand-eye coordination.
- Must be able to work under stressful situations and work efficiently and effectively under those conditions.
- Must be able to cope with varying degrees of injured animals and with euthanasia.
- Ability to cope with frustrating situations and remain calm.
- There can be frequent interruptions and changing priorities based on incoming animals and general need.
- Ability to rapidly and accurately process information.
- Ability to recognize the need for assistance and ask for help.
- Ability to work independently and work as a team.
- Affection and compassion for animals, concern for their welfare, be comfortable working with animals of unknown disposition (health or behavior). Treat people with dignity and respect, contribute to effective teamwork.
- Ability to work with limited supervision, take initiative.
- Foster public relations beneficial to the shelter and its programs.
- Must have a valid Alabama Driver's License and must be able to be insured by our insurance carrier.
Animals need daily care, so applicant is required to work weekends and holidays (If needed). Do not apply if this is a problem. Can give up to 30 hours per week. Must be able to consistently arrive on time and work slated hours. Availability must be flexible.
POTENTIAL FOR PROLONGED EXPOSURE
- Prolonged exposure to various aqueous solutions, including but not limited to, dish soaps, laundry detergents, bleach, etc.
- Prolonged exposure to hydrogen peroxide.
- Prolonged exposure to various zoonotic diseases.
PREFERRED
Experience working in an animal shelter environment or veterinary clinic preferred. Customer service experience a plus. Candidate should be a highly motivated, enthusiastic self-starter with a positive professional attitude.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The offices and operations of an animal shelter can be high stress and very busy at times. This position can have a changing schedule based upon need. The schedule may require evening, weekend, holiday, and over-time work if necessary. Candidate must be flexible with schedule changes and short notice requests. Animals need daily care, so applicant is required to work weekends and holidays (If needed). Do not apply if this is a problem. Must be able to consistently arrive on time and work slated hours. Availability must be flexible. - Just Posted
Volunteer Coordinator
- Tuscaloosa Metro Animal Shelter
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Tuscaloosa, AL
VOLUNTEER
- JOB SUMMARY The Volunteer Coordinator will be responsible for coordination and scheduling of volunteers at the shelter and events. This position will also be responsible for the recruitment, selection...
- 2 Days Ago
Cashier/Customer Service Agent
- LifeLearn Animal Health
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Tuscaloosa, AL
FULL_TIME
- Company DescriptionLifeLearn empowers veterinary practices to optimize the way they do business, attract more clients, and improve profitability with a suite of customizable online solutions, includin...
- 23 Days Ago
Facilities and Lawn Care Generalist
- Cahaba Medical Care Foundation
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Centreville, AL
FULL_TIME
- Cahaba Medical Care FoundationPosition: Facilities Maintenance GeneralistSupervised by: Facilities DirectorESSENTIAL DUTIES & ACCOUNTABILITIESHealthcare Facility Maintenance & Upkeep:● Diagnose situat...
- 20 Days Ago
Patient care technician
- DaVita Kidney Care
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Tuscaloosa, AL
FULL_TIME
- 2401 Hospital Drive, Northport, Alabama, 35476, United States of America DaVita is seeking a Patient Care Technician who is looking to give life in an outpatient dialysis center. You can make an excep...
- 1 Month Ago
American Family Care - Physician
- American Family Care
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Tuscaloosa, AL
FULL_TIME
- American Family Care presents an outstanding opportunity for full-time physicians to become part of our exceptional Family of Providers at our state-of-the-art clinic! One of the most significant achi...
- 2 Months Ago
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Bakery Associate
- Walmart
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Tuscaloosa, AL
- **Job Title: Bakery Associate** **Job Summary:** As a Bakery Associate at Walmart, you play a vital role in providing cu...
- 4/26/2024 12:00:00 AM
Sales Representative - Remote
- InsuraTec Services Group
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Tuscaloosa, AL
- Sales Representative - Remote Company: InsuraTec Services Group Location: Remote About Us: InsuraTec Services Group is a...
- 4/26/2024 12:00:00 AM
Sales Associate LensCrafters
- EssilorLuxottica
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Tuscaloosa, AL
- Requisition ID: 842294 Store #: 000768 LensCrafters Position:Part-Time Total Rewards: Benefits/Incentive Information At ...
- 4/26/2024 12:00:00 AM
Pet Supplies Plus Groomer (2600 McFarland, Blvd, Tuscaloosa)
- USR Holdings, Inc dba Pet Supplies Plus
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Tuscaloosa, AL
- GROOMER Overview/Description: A Groomer contributes to Pet Supplies Plus' vision of America's Favorite Neighborhood Pet ...
- 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
Animal Care Technician
- Tuscaloosa Metro Animal Shelter
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Tuscaloosa, AL
- Job Description Job Description This job is for 20-35 hours per week. JOB SUMMARY Responsible for maintaining proper dis...
- 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
Sales Associate
- Pet Supermarket
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Northport, AL
- Location: Northport, Alabama Are you unable to resist looking at a funny cat meme while you are at work? Do you like to ...
- 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
Sleep Expert - Sales
- Mattress Firm
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Tuscaloosa, AL
- Now Hiring! Sleep Expert – Sales Is your current job a nightmare? Make it a dream! Mattress Firm The most trusted author...
- 4/16/2024 12:00:00 AM
Bather / Groomer Trainee
- PetSmart
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Bessemer, AL
- YOUR GROOMING CAREER: Start your career in grooming as a Groomer Trainee! As a Groomer Trainee in our Grooming Salon, yo...
- 12/29/2017 12:00:00 AM
About Tuscaloosa, Alabama
Tuscaloosa (/tʌskəˈluːsə/ TUS-kə-LOO-sə) is a city in and the seat of Tuscaloosa County in west central Alabama (in the southeastern United States). Located on the Black Warrior River at the Atlantic Seaboard fall line of the Piedmont, it is the fifth-largest city in Alabama, with an estimated population of 100,287 in 2017. The city was originally known as Tuskaloosa until the early 20th century.
Incorporated as a town on December 13, 1819, it was named after Tuskaloosa, the chief of a band of Muskogean-speaking people. They battled and were defeated by forces of Spanish explorer Hernando de S...
Source: Wikipedia (as of 04/11/2019). Read more from Wikipedia
Income Estimation for Animal Care Attendant jobs
$26,464 to $48,058
Tuscaloosa, Alabama area prices
were up 1.3% from a year ago
were up 1.3% 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