As a Clinic Animal Attendant, you will ensure high standards of animal wellbeing are maintained for all animals in the care of RSPCA NSW.

This role is responsible for ensuring that a range of animal care duties are undertaken and providing information to members of the public regarding animal care.

About RSPCA NSW

RSPCA NSW is Australia’s best known and most respected animal welfare organisation, working tirelessly to prevent animal cruelty, caring for over 15,000 animals in New South Wales, Australia every year.

We are animal protectors, carers, and advocates, and bring solace to the abandoned, surrendered and injured. We offer shelter, education, veterinary care and compassion, while helping animals in need find loving ‘furever’ homes.

Benefits and Perks

• Health & Lifestyle benefits – Access to WHEREFIT Discount Program (activewear, gyms, health supplements, meals and apparel)
• 40% Royal Canin Discount for your beloved pets
• Access to Converge Employee, Volunteer Assistance Program (EVAP)
• 12 weeks Paid Parental and Adoption Leave
• Paid Community Service leave with SES or Rural Fire Service
• Animal Compassionate Leave
• Generous training and education opportunities and leave
• Pathways to our Registered Training Organisation (RTO) courses

About the Role

• Ensuring the wellbeing of animals in the care of RSPCA NSW by proactively providing high quality care and managing their behaviour.
• Animal care duties including administering medication, providing enrichment and exercise, feeding, observing animals for injury and illness, assist with veterinary examinations, check animals for identification, grooming, assist with euthanasia, and assessment of animals upon intake
• Maintaining high standards of cleanliness and disease control
• Providing members of the public with accurate advice regarding animal care and wellbeing
• Actively participating in training and professional development programs
• Promoting a positive image of RSPCA NSW to internal and external stakeholders

About You

• Certificate II Animal Care or similar, essential
• Proven animal handling experience
• Previous experience working in a Veterinary Clinic or Shelter
• High level communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work and collaborate effectively within a team

Apply Now

If this sounds like the role for you, we would love to hear from you! Simply click ‘APPLY NOW’ to send in your resume.

RSPCA NSW is an equal opportunity employer that understands and values the importance of creating a diverse and inclusive work environment. We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a barrier-free recruitment process for people with a disability. If you require an adjustment or assistance during the recruitment process, please contact our Recruitment Team at [email protected], using the subject line: Animal Attendant Clinic - Hunter Veterinary Hospital enquiry via EthicalJobs, and identify the type of adjustment or assistance you are requesting. Our recruitment team will respond to your email promptly.