Pet Care Specialist

Fox Creek Veterinary Hospital in Wildwood, MO is hiring full-time or part-time Pet Care Specialists to work alongside our team of experienced veterinarians, skilled technicians, and devoted support staff to ensure each animal receives the best possible care during their stay with us. If you are enthusiastic, reliable, and excited about helping us maintain our high standards of animal care and customer service, we would love to hear from you! What to Expect As you join our mission, expect to be supported in your work and home life with: A comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance for full time employees Paid time off for full-time employees 401(k) plan Professional development opportunities Employee pet discount because we know your pets are family, too. Salary: $15.00 - $18.00 per hour, determined by the candidate's skills, experience, and qualifications. Schedule: Full time and part time hours available. Our hospital operates 7 days a week, 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM. Candidates must have open availability, including evenings, weekends, and holidays. Reliability and a team-oriented attitude are a must. Key Responsibilities: Monitor the health and comfort of animals, recognize and respond to emergency situations, and report health concerns. Document treatments, activities, and observations. Walk dogs in all weather conditions. Feed and provide scheduled fresh water to dogs and cats. Maintain cleanliness by washing dishes, bowls, litter boxes, kennels, and cages. Change and replace soiled bedding and manage laundry tasks. Bathe animals as necessary before discharge. Perform general housekeeping duties in animal housing, food preparation, and laundry areas. Administer oral and topical medications, including flea and tick treatments. Assist with checking in and out boarding patients, ensuring proper labeling and ID collars. Identify and alleviate stress in boarding animals through interactive play and mental stimulation. Qualifications: Passion for animals and their well-being Ability to multi-task efficiently in a fast-paced environment Strong organizational skills and attention to detail About Fox Creek Veterinary Hospital in Wildwood, MO Fox Creek Veterinary Hospital was founded in October 2000 with the mission to provide the very best care combined with the latest and most up-to-date facilities and equipment. Our staff, as a team, is dedicated through continuing education and compassion to provide our patients with the level of care we would demand for our own pets. As an AAHA-Accredited practice, these principles are our passion and by fulfilling them, we are living our dream of knowing that we make a difference by helping animals every day. We are happy to see Canine, Feline, Equine, and Pocket Pets!