housekeeping
About The Position
As a Housekeeping staff member, we are committed to maintaining a safe, clean, and supportive environment for our patients, clients, and associates. The Housekeeping staff plays a critical role in upholding disease control protocols and ensuring the hospital operates efficiently. This position is responsible for facility cleaning, laundry services, general maintenance, and inventory management, including receiving and stocking medical supplies. While this is a non-clinical role, Housekeeping is essential to supporting patient care through attention to detail and adherence to cleanliness and safety standards. The ideal candidate will demonstrate VCA’s commitment to high-quality patient care and exceptional client service, along with a positive attitude, strong work ethic, and ability to contribute to a collaborative team environment.
Requirements
- Compassion for pets and people
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to learn quickly
- Excellent communication, listening, and customer service skills
- Flexibility to work non-traditional hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays
- Ability to lift up to 40 lbs and work in an environment with potential hazards (allergens, noise, odors, animal waste, etc.)
- Physical ability to stand for extended periods and perform repetitive tasks (bending, lifting, pushing, pulling, scrubbing, sweeping, mopping)
- Attention to detail and ability to observe fine differences
- Ability to remain calm and effective under stressful conditions
- Strong organizational skills and ability to process information quickly and accurately
- Willingness to ask for help and work collaboratively
Responsibilities
- Perform daily cleaning and disinfection of kennels, cages, hospital, grounds, and public spaces following strict disease control protocols
- Maintain and restock cleaning and kennel supplies
- Receive, process, and stock incoming shipments
- Manage laundry, including washing, folding, and restocking throughout the hospital
- Maintain overall facility cleanliness and organization
- Ensure surgery areas are properly stocked for medical teams
- Perform additional duties as assigned
Benefits
- Free continuing education through WoofU
- Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
- Complimentary mental health support (Lyra) and wellness resources (Headspace)
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options
- Generous pet care discounts and partner brand discounts
- Company-paid life, long-term, and short-term disability insurance
- Paid parental leave
- 401(k) with company match
- Career growth opportunities within VCA and Mars Veterinary Health
- Structured onboarding and professional development support
- Associate-led diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives
- Community involvement through shelter partnerships and VCA Charities
- medical, dental, vision and paid vacation/sick days, 401(k), generous employee pet discounts and more!
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
