Employment Application

We are an equal opportunity employer. It is our intent that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors without regard to race, color, age, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. Our practice does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national origin, color, sex, age, veteran status, disability, or any other status protected by applicable law or regulation.

Incomplete employment applications will not be considered. This application is null and void 30 days after receipt.

Work History

(Beginning with the most recent. List all past employers, including any pertinent military experience. If self-employed, provide the business name and business references. A job offer may be contingent upon acceptable references.)

Working Conditions

I understand that my position may involve the following, and I confirm I am psychologically and physically capable of fulfilling these responsibilities as a condition of employment:

• Lifting 30–50 lbs
• Restraining cats and dogs of all sizes
• Interacting with distressed, grieving, or angry clients
• Working after hours as needed for patient care
• Handling severely injured, distressed, or deceased animals
• Exposure to feces, urine, blood, and foul odors
• Exposure to drugs, chemicals, and radiation
• Exposure to weather conditions (e.g., rain, wind, heat)

Shaffer Animal Hospital is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to qualified individuals with disabilities in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). If you believe you may need a reasonable accommodation to perform the essential functions of the job, please let us know so that we may begin an interactive process to explore possible accommodations. Disclosure of such a need is voluntary and will not negatively impact your application.

Certification and Authorization Summary

I certify that all information in this application is true and complete. I understand that false statements may result in dismissal, even after hire. I authorize Shaffer Animal Hospital to verify this information and conduct an investigative consumer report, which may include personal and professional traits.

I authorize contact with schools, past employers (unless otherwise noted), and references, and I release them from liability. I understand I may be required to undergo drug/alcohol screening and physical examination as a condition of employment.

Employment is at-will and can be terminated at any time by either party, unless a written agreement is signed. I authorize a background check covering criminal, driving, financial, education, employment, volunteer, and reference records.