LIFESAVING CARE TECH
$36,400,000–$36,400,000 year
On-siteDallas, Texas, United States
Job Summary
Conduct daily animal care and support at the Operation Kindness Lifesaving Partnerships Hub, including cleaning enclosures, feeding animals, administering medications, and providing enrichment. Monitor animal health and behavior, report welfare concerns immediately, and assist with intake processing, transport operations, and medical evaluations. Maintain accurate records in PetPoint, manage laundry and storage areas, and perform opening and closing security checks. Work Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday from 7am to 6pm with weekend and holiday availability required. This role serves as the foundation of the career ladder, preparing staff for advancement through required training and competency evaluations.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum of one (1) year of professional experience working in an animal shelter, veterinary clinic, animal hospital, rescue organization, boarding facility, or similar animal care environment
- Experience safely handling dogs and cats of varying sizes, temperaments, and medical needs
- Experience observing animal health and behavior and reporting concerns to supervisors or medical staff
- Both weekend days and holiday availability is required
- Ability to drive company vans/vehicles
- Background checks and drugs screens are part of the hiring process
Desired Qualifications
- High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent experience preferred
- Experience administering oral medications and following treatment instructions preferred
- Basic knowledge of disease prevention, sanitation, and biosecurity practices preferred
- Familiarity with veterinary medical terminology preferred
- Previous experience as a Veterinary Assistant, Animal Care Technician, Kennel Technician, Lifesaving Care Technician, or similar role preferred
- Experience assisting with vaccines, preventative care, medical treatments, or animal intake procedures preferred
- Experience working in a fast-paced, high-volume shelter or veterinary environment preferred
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