Animal Attendant

Animal Emergency Australia (AEA) is a network of emergency hospitals, general practices, veterinary support and education services across Australia.
At our core, we exist to help veterinary professionals do and be their best. We invest in our people through career development, wellbeing and opportunities to grow, while making a meaningful difference to the lives of animals and their families.
  
About Perth Vet Emergency
Perth Vet Emergency (PVE) Cannington is one of Perth’s leading 24-hour emergency animal hospitals, operating 365 days a year.
We’re a fast-paced team that takes pride in providing excellent patient care, supporting each other and continually looking for ways to improve. We work collaboratively, learn from one another and believe that enjoying what we do is an important part of being a great team.
  
About the Role
As an Animal Attendant, you’ll play an important role in keeping our hospital clean, safe and comfortable for our patients, clients and team.
You’ll work closely with our veterinary team to ensure patients are cared for and the hospital is maintained to a high standard.
  
Your responsibilities will include:

• Maintaining the cleanliness of animal enclosures, treatment areas and hospital facilities.
• Cleaning and maintaining equipment in line with hospital standards.
• Washing, drying and restocking patient bedding and towels.
• Following infection control, workplace health and safety and biological waste procedures.
• Safely handling and disposing of sharps, medical waste and other hazardous materials.
• Restocking hospital supplies and keeping areas organised.
• Assisting with the safe handling and restraint of animals when required.

  
About You
You’ll be someone who takes pride in their work and enjoys being part of a team. You’ll be happy to get stuck in, support your colleagues and do what’s needed to keep the hospital running smoothly.
We’re looking for someone who has:

• A strong work ethic and a positive, team-focused attitude.
• Good attention to detail and pride in maintaining a clean and safe environment.
• The resilience to work comfortably in a busy emergency hospital, including exposure to the sights, sounds and smells that come with veterinary medicine.
• A willingness to learn and follow established procedures.
• Good communication and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Availability to work 6am–12pm shifts across Monday to Sunday.

This is a great opportunity for someone looking to start or build their career in the veterinary industry and gain experience working in a busy emergency hospital environment.
  
Paws & Perks

• Casual hourly rate of $35 + super + 17.5% annual leave loading.
• Fitness Passport.
• Pet wellbeing discounts of up to 70% off treatments.
• Dedicated wellbeing committee supporting our people through initiatives including mental health first aid, flu vaccinations and wellbeing resources.
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program, including psychology, nutrition and sleep support.
• The opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of animals across Australia.

If you’re reliable, hardworking and excited to start your career in the veterinary industry, we’d love to hear from you.
  
Click apply today and join the Perth Vet Emergency team!