Kennel Assistant

About the role

The Veterinary Kennel Assistant is a key hospital team member who supports and assists the veterinarians and veterinary technicians. They ensure the safety of pets, clients, and other associates and the continuity of quality veterinary care.

Responsibilities

• Leverage the veterinary team
• Restrains pets for medical treatments and diagnostics according to doctor orders
• Ensures treatment areas, exam rooms, and labs are clean, stocked, and organized to ensure they are ready for incoming patients and emergency needs
• Aids with diagnostic imaging
• Disinfects pet cages after use
• Laundering and restocking patient bedding using proper cleaning protocols and maintaining hospital cleanliness
• Willing to cross-train in other areas when necessary

Requirements

• You must be authorized to work in the U.S. and over 18 years old
• Must be able to lift and restrain pets of at least 50 pounds and work on your feet most of the day
• Ability to learn various veterinary software programs effectively
• Ability to balance and prioritize multiple tasks appropriately
• Anticipate and be detail-oriented to provide high patient care
• Confidence in themselves, in their abilities, and in their team
• Excellent clear communication skills
• Must be professional, pleasant, and engaged
• Must be attentive and demonstrate a high level of respect to referring veterinarians, clients, and co-workers

Qualifications

• You must be authorized to work in the U.S. and over 18 years old
• Must be able to lift and restrain pets of at least 50 pounds and work on your feet most of the day
• Ability to learn various veterinary software programs effectively
• Ability to balance and prioritize multiple tasks appropriately
• Anticipate and be detail-oriented to provide high patient care
• Confidence in themselves, in their abilities, and in their team
• Excellent clear communication skills
• Must be professional, pleasant, and engaged
• Must be attentive and demonstrate a high level of respect to referring veterinarians, clients, and co-workers

Skills

• Ability to lift and restrain pets of at least 50 pounds
• Knowledge of various veterinary software programs
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks
• Attention to detail
• Effective communication skills

Benefits

• Paid PTO and holidays
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401K
• Uniform allowance
• Trupanion Pet Insurance with company paid premiums for two of the team member's pets
• Company Sponsored EAP

Pay

Salary range for this position is $17 to $21 hourly

Schedule

This is a full time role - includes days, nights, overnights and weekends. Part time is also available. The initial training schedule may differ. There is a holiday rotation. This is not a seasonal position.

Benefits

• Paid PTO and holidays
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401K
• Uniform allowance
• Trupanion Pet Insurance with company paid premiums for two of the team member's pets
• Company Sponsored EAP