Kennel Assistant

DoveLewis ER + Specialty Hospital • Portland, OR

72d • Onsite

About The Position

DoveLewis Veterinary Emergency and Specialty Hospital is seeking full-time Kennel Assistants to join our team. As a Kennel Assistant, you will be responsible for assisting the medical team by maintaining a clean and well stocked work environment and providing general care for patients while they are in the hospital.

Requirements

• A genuine love of and respect for all animals is required, as is an appreciation of the human-animal bond.
• Ability to communicate with co-workers, clients, and vendors in a courteous and professional manner both verbally and in writing.
• General understanding of animal behavior and knowledge of safe animal handling and transport practices, especially for cats and dogs.
• Ability to work the available schedule, including at least 1 weekend day per week, holidays, and on-call responsibilities is required.
• Experience or education equivalent to a High School diploma

Nice To Haves

• A driver's license in Oregon or Washington is highly preferred for this role and would be required before being eligible for future promotion.
• Knowledge of veterinary or other medical practice safety measures highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Laundry
• Garbage removal
• Kennel cleaning
• Exam room and isolation protocol cleaning
• Maintaining supply levels throughout the hospital
• Animal care for patients such as walking and providing clean water
• Assisting with animal restraint
• Transporting supplies and patients within the hospital, parking lots, and between buildings, including potentially driving the patient transport van
• Other similar tasks as needed

Benefits

• Student debt repayment assistance (qualify in your first month!)
• Equitable benefits, including medical, dental, vision, $0 mental health copays, preventative care, LGBTQIA-friendly providers, and options for families.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED