Animal Care Technician - Full-time / Part-time

Aerotek Scientific is currently seeking qualified candidates for an Animal Care Technician position. This will be a first shift contract to hire opportunity. All candidates must submit to a drug screen and background check.

Job Description:

- Compassionate care is the top priority for all animals.
- Keeps kennels clean, orderly and free of odors.
- Ensures that kennel areas are clean, orderly and safe for animals.
- Feeds animals as scheduled and according to guidelines and make sure that have water at all times.
- Complies with specific feeding programs related to behavioral enrichment for specific animals.
- Ensures that animals have socialization daily.
- Exercises/socializes animals daily and abides by exercise program in place for each dog/cat.
- Documents necessary animal information for management or veterinary staff. Ensures the comfort and cleanliness of all animals.
- Bathes or cleans animals immediately if they become soled with urine, blood, or feces.
- Takes inventory of stock supplies as needed.
- Cleans laundry as needed.
- Advises Supervisor of any conditions that are unsafe including unrecognized hazards or infractions of safety rules.
- ALL PPE and Weather gear is provided.

Qualifications:

- Bachelor's degree in animal science preferred but not required.
- Two or more years animal care experience in a veterinary environment; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
- Must be able to multitask and have strong team player mentality and exceptionally positive attitude.

About Aerotek:

Aerotek, headquartered in Hanover, Md., is a leading provider of technical, professional and industrial staffing services. Established in 1983, Aerotek is an operating company of Allegis Group, the largest provider of staffing services in the U.S. Aerotek operates a network of more than 200 non-franchised offices throughout the U.S., Canada and Europe. For more information, visit .