Kennel Assistant
About The Position
The Kennel Assistant provides patient care and client service in a fast-paced, multi-doctor animal hospital and is responsible for back-of-hospital duties. The role involves caring for boarding animals, following feeding schedules, providing prescribed medications, maintaining and cleaning the kennel area, bathing animals, and upholding a high standard of care for all pets. Additional duties may include general hospital cleaning and direct communication with clients. The position requires regular on-site presence to support patient care, respond to time-sensitive needs, collaborate with clinical teams, and help maintain the safety and well-being of patients, clients, and staff. The employer will consider reasonable accommodation requests in accordance with the ADA and applicable laws.
Requirements
- Must be able to lift 40 lbs.
- Prior customer service experience.
- Prior experience working with animals in a hospital setting.
- Ability to work in a wet environment.
- Professionalism, dependability, positive communication skills, and ability to multitask in a hands-on environment.
- Strong work ethic, social skills, and organizational skills.
- Compassion and care for animals.
- Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Self-starter who can complete daily tasks without constant direction.
- Regular on-site attendance is required.
Responsibilities
- Care for boarding animals.
- Maintain appropriate feeding schedules and provide prescribed medication to pets.
- Maintain the kennel area, including cleaning and mopping.
- Bathe animals and uphold a high level of care for all pets.
- Perform general cleaning of the hospital as needed.
- Communicate directly with clients as needed.
- Complete daily tasks independently and work collaboratively as part of a team.
Benefits
- Health care plan with medical, dental, and vision options
- 401k match
- Generous paid time off (PTO)
- Paid parental leave and paid maternity leave
- One Work/Life Balance day off
- Short-term and long-term disability options
- Supplemental insurance options
- Discounted veterinary care
- Scrub allowance
- Hands-on and e-training
- Professional growth opportunities
- Tuition assistance for prospective Veterinary Technician students
- Tuition reimbursement for Credentialed/Registered Veterinary Technicians
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
