Kennel Attendant

About the role

The Kennel Attendant position is a key role for our kennel that provides daily care for our boarded animals and assists with kennel maintenance. The position involves cleaning, bathing, grooming, exercising and feeding our boarded animals. The attendant is also responsible for cleaning cages, administering medication, and monitoring the behavior of our boarded dogs. The role interacts with the clinical team, clients and supports our customer focused environment. Both full-time and part-time positions are available.

Responsibilities

• Daily care for boarded animals
• Bathing, grooming, exercising, feeding, administering medication, and monitoring behavior
• Assist with kennel maintenance and cleaning
• Managing/Handling boarding pets when at capacity (30+ is capacity)
• Reporting changes in animal behavior, health or concerns to Vet or Hospital Manager
• Maintaining medical records, such as weight, physical condition, treatments received, medications given, and food intake and other potential data as needed
• Scheduling/Managing boarding reservations
• Proper phone etiquette
• Other duties as assigned by Doctor/Hospital Manager/Kennel Manager
• Washing, drying, and folding laundry

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or relevant education
• Relevant Experience Required
• Positive Customer service attitude
• Organizational skills
• Team oriented, enjoys working as part of team
• Solid communication skills
• Leadership Skills are a plus
• Must be able to lift 50lbs or more, stoop, bend and stand on feet for long periods
• Travel may be required
• Weekends/Holiday's Required

Benefits

• Best-in-class medical, vision, and dental insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Life insurance
• 401k with match
• Paid time off
• Free continuing education
• Mental health support
• And more!