Veterinary Assistant - Small Animal Clinic Environmental Services

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

Urbana, IL, USA

Posted on Aug 13, 2026
Duties Responsibilities Environmental Services and Animal Housing Maintenance Maintain a clean, safe, and sanitary environment throughout animal care and hospital facilities: Clean, disinfect, and sanitize animal cages, kennels, stalls, rooms, treatment areas, and support spaces Remove waste, soiled bedding, and debris while maintaining established sanitation standards Replace bedding, replenish water, and assist with feeding animals according to established protocols Transport animals between housing, treatment, and designated facility areas using approved handling procedures Clean and maintain animal care equipment, transport carriers, and work areas Follow infection prevention, biosecurity, and isolation protocols Observe and report facility, environmental, or animal welfare concerns to supervisory staff Assist with maintaining pest prevention and control measures Cleaning, Sanitation, and Facilities Operations Support hospital operations through environmental maintenance and regulatory compliance: Perform daily, weekly, and periodic cleaning assignments throughout clinical and non-clinical areas Clean, disinfect, and prepare rooms and animal housing areas for occupancy Clean and sterilize equipment, instruments, and reusable supplies according to established procedures Transport and dispose of biohazardous, medical, and general waste in accordance with regulations Ensure proper storage and handling of cleaning agents and facility supplies Maintain cleanliness of common areas, storage rooms, hallways, and support spaces Report maintenance, safety, or equipment concerns to appropriate personnel Operational and Logistics Support Provide logistical and departmental support to ensure efficient facility operations: Maintain inventory and stock supplies, feed, bedding, PPE, and cleaning materials Receive, unload, organize, and distribute deliveries and shipments Assist with animal intake, transfers, and movement throughout the facility Maintain departmental logs, inventory records, and other operational documentation Operate department equipment, including forklifts and carts, as authorized Transport supplies, equipment, animal remains, and regulated waste materials Assist with orientation and training of new employees and student workers on cleaning and operational procedures Troubleshoot and report equipment malfunctions or facility concerns Other Duties as Assigned Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned in support of departmental operations