Veterinary Hospital Day Porter, AVES

Veterinary Hospital Day Porter

Join our growing team at Austin Veterinary Emergency and Specialty Center! Austin Veterinary Emergency & Specialty (AVES) continues to growwelcoming new doctors, expanding services, and now operating in a cutting-edge 45,000 sq. ft. hospital!

As part of our continued growth, we're looking to add a dedicated Day Porter to ensure cleanliness, organization, and safety are upheld at our hospital.

Overview:

The Day Porter is responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, and sanitary environment throughout the veterinary hospital. This role supports the daily function and patient care efforts of the hospital by ensuring that all areas (including medical, administrative, and communal spaces) are consistently cleaned, disinfected, and well-maintained. The Day Porter plays an essential role in creating a professional and welcoming environment for clients, patients, and staff by performing a wide range of cleaning and facility upkeep duties.

Compensation:

$15-$17 hourly, based on experience

Anticipated Schedule:

Full Time

Monday - Friday

7/8am- 4/5:30pm

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure all client-facing spaces are consistently clean, well-organized, and welcoming for guests.
• Perform a daily facility walkthrough to identify and address any visible issues.
• Maintain cleanliness of all hospital areas including but not limited to exam rooms, treatment rooms, isolation areas, bathrooms, offices, reception, break rooms, and hallways.
• Disinfect and sterilize floors, counters, and surfaces to ensure a hygienic environment.
• Sweep, mop, and vacuum floors throughout the hospital as needed.
• Regularly empty and replace trash and recycling bins in all areas.
• Ensure restrooms are clean, stocked, and sanitized frequently.
• Maintain a neat and sanitary reception area for clients and visitors.

Other Skills and Abilities:

• Assist with laundry duties, including washing, drying, folding, and distributing clean linens and towels.
• Transport retail food to the reception area for stocking.
• Escort incoming pets to designated areas of the hospital when necessary.
• Assist with minor maintenance projects inside and occasionally outside the hospital.
• Perform other cleaning or support tasks as assigned to maintain overall hospital operations.
• Performs other job duties as assigned.

Core Competencies:

• Attention to Detail: Maintains high standards of cleanliness and identifies areas that need additional care or sanitation.
• Accountability: Takes ownership of assigned tasks and follows through to completion with minimal supervision.
• Dependability: Consistently arrives on time, meets scheduling commitments, and can be relied upon during high-volume or emergency situations.
• Flexibility: Adjusts quickly to changes in priorities, tasks, or schedules, and remains calm and productive in a fast-paced environment.
• Team Collaboration: Works well with all departments, supporting staff needs and contributing to a positive and cooperative work culture.
• Initiative: Proactively identifies cleanliness or maintenance issues and resolves them without needing to be asked.

Qualifications:

• Education and Experience: High school diploma or equivalent required. Experience in a clinical laboratory or veterinary setting preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining high cleanliness standards.
• Dependable, self-motivated, and able to work independently and within a team.
• Effective time management and prioritization skills.
• Ability to multitask and adjust to a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Good communication skills with coworkers and clients.
• Willingness to learn new tasks quickly and take direction.
• Positive attitude and professional demeanor.
• Professional appearance and adherence to hospital dress code.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Must be able to submit to drug screening as part of a drug-free workplace policy.
• Fluent English skills (speaking & reading) are required for the role; fluency in multiple languages a plus!

Benefits Include:

• 401(k) with matching
• Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) / Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Life and Disability insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program and Discounts (including Pet Discount)
• Professional development and tuition assistance
• Uniform stipend
• Retirement plan

Why AVES?

Austin Veterinary Emergency and Specialty Center (AVES) has proudly served the Austin pet community for 11 years, delivering exceptional, compassionate care when it matters most. As a thriving 24/7/365 veterinary hospital, we offer a comprehensive range of specialty services including Emergency & Critical Care, Internal Medicine, Surgery, Neurology, Cardiology, Diagnostic Imaging, Interventional Radiologyand now, an exciting addition: a fully integrated Oncology Cancer Center, providing both medical and radiation oncology.

AVES has officially relocated to a brand-new, 45,000 square foot, state-of-the-art facility just 2.6 miles from our original location. This expansion allows us to grow alongside our community, enhance our capabilities, and create even more opportunities for our team members to develop and thrive.

Our core valuesKindness, Integrity, Collaboration, and Consistencyare at the heart of everything we do, guiding us in delivering top-tier medical care and an exceptional client experience. We are also deeply committed to the growth of our team, offering a robust on-site Education Program designed to support ongoing learning and hands-on training for our support staff.

Come join us and be part of a hospital that's growing, evolving, and making a difference every single day.