Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

PetVet Care Centers' Sun Valley Animal Center is currently seeking a Animal Care Specialist to join their team!

At PetVet Care Centers, our mission is to improve the lives of animals and people — providing exceptional and compassionate care at every stage — for all the moments that matter.

Because life is better with pets.

We deliver the Ultimate Care Experience — every pet, every client, every time. That starts with a Culture of Care that supports our team members as much as the pets and clients we serve.

With more than 420 locally led hospitals and over 11,000 team members nationwide , we offer:

• Local autonomy with national support
• Career mobility and development opportunities
• A collaborative, inclusive environment where your wellbeing comes first

You care for pets. We care for you.

Position Overview

Join our team as an Animal Care Specialist who supports and adds value to an efficient organization dedicated to quality care and exceptional service. This position supports veterinarians and technicians in their daily tasks by cleaning and maintaining equipment; feeding, exercising, restraining and handling pets.

Sun Valley Animal Center in Ketchum, Idaho, is a collaborative group of veterinary hospitals located near the beautiful ski resort mountain town of Sun Valley, Idaho. Sun Valley Animal Center is one of the premier orthopedic veterinary hospitals in the Northwest. Our hospitals offer a supportive environment where every team member plays a vital role in delivering excellent patient care and client service. Our valley gives you access to a multitude of 4 season outdoor activities including skiing, boating, mountain biking, and hiking.

Key Responsibilities

• Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: personal attention to our pet guests, feeding and cleaning guests and daily cleaning and maintenance of the kennels and grounds.
• Baths, dog walking and hikes are also a part of the employee's daily routine.

Qualifications

• Candidates must also have a valid driver's
• Should be able to communicate in a professional manner with clients, including outstanding phone and computer skills.
• Some tasks involve the periodic performance of moderately physically demanding work, usually involving lifting or carrying moderately heavy animals (up to 50 pounds)

Schedule

• Four 10-hour days including weekends
• This position is full time, year-round and eligible candidates must be able to work weekends.

What We Offer
We care deeply about supporting our team members — professionally and personally. Benefits include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid Parental Leave (birth, adoption, foster)
• 401(k) with discretionary contribution
• Team Member Pet Discounts
• Emotional wellbeing support — including Calm app access and 24/7 EAP
• CE stipends and career development resources
• Grant Circle — a relief fund for team members facing personal hardship
• Local hospital culture backed by national resources

At PetVet Care Centers, we're committed to a Culture of Care — for pets, for the people who love them, and for the team members who make it all possible. With more than 420 hospitals across the U.S. and a team of over 11,000 dedicated professionals , including 1700+ veterinarians , we offer a unique blend of local leadership and national support that helps our hospitals thrive.

Our model is built on partnership, collaboration, and local medical autonomy , empowering each hospital to deliver high-quality care while benefiting from shared resources and a strong professional community. Whether you're providing care in a hospital or supporting operations behind the scenes, PetVet is a place where you can grow your career, stay connected to your purpose, and make a meaningful impact.

You care for pets. We care for you.

PetVet is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, religion, citizenship, national origin/ancestry, physical/mental disabilities, military status or any other basis prohibited by law. EOE, M/F/D/V

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