Kennel Assistant
About The Position
WellHaven Pet Health is built on a foundation of "Well People, Well Pets, Well Practice, and Well Community" it's the heart of everything we do. With over 40 hospitals and growing, we are committed to supporting our teams with a positive culture, strong mentorship, and opportunities for growth. Our collaborative, team-centered approach ensures that both pets and people receive the care and support they deserve. Join us in shaping the future of veterinary medicine - Come Grow with Us! Job Summary The Kennel Assistant is responsible for maintaining the cleanliness and organization of the hospital. This includes cleaning kennels, floors, counters, and exam rooms. Additionally, the incumbent will assist in organizing the hospital by storing incoming orders and restocking supplies in cabinets, drawers, and the refrigerator.
Requirements
- Ability to: Takes own initiative
- Advocate for the success of the hospital
- Work independently and exercise good judgment
- Multi-task effectively
- Remain action-oriented and effectively set priorities
- Learn new computer software systems (EMR, Scheduling, etc.)
- Provide a high level of accountability
- Experience/Knowledge in: Handling and restraining dogs, cats, and exotic animals
- Providing basic animal care, such as feeding, bathing, grooming, and monitoring for signs of distress or illness
- Demonstrates: High level of accountability
- Strong organizational and efficiency skills
- Willing to adapt and learn new things
- High school diploma or equivalent
Nice To Haves
- Previous veterinary hospital experience is a plus!
Responsibilities
- Perform cleaning tasks, including kennels, floors, counters, and exam rooms
- Complete all assigned hospital duties before the end of the shift
- Organize the hospital, restock supplies in an orderly manner, and notify the team when supplies are running low or need to be reordered
- Contribute to the day-to-day flow and efficiency of the hospital
- Assist with patient restraint when needed
- Follow hospital protocols to maintain a sterile, clean, organized environment
- Consistently provide professional, efficient, and exceptional service
- Demonstrate excellent communication and organizational skills when interacting with the veterinary team and clients
- Adhere to OSHA standards and regulations as outlined in company policies
- Ability to perform other job duties as assigned
Benefits
- WellHaven offers competitive pay and a great benefits package.
- Please review our benefits package at: https://wellhaven.com/wellhaven-employment-benefits/
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
1-10 employees
